Research and Development Intern - Thermal Simulation

Valeo India Private Limited; Chennai; On-site; INR 167,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

VALEO INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED is seeking a highly motivated Intern to join our R&D team, focusing on thermal simulation in Chennai. You will apply advanced thermal analysis techniques to automotive components and systems, gaining hands-on experience.

You will work on developing thermal models, conducting simulations, analyzing results, and preparing reports while collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance thermal performance and reliability.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering.
• Solid understanding of heat transfer and thermodynamics.
• Familiar with CFD/FEA concepts.
• Basic experience with thermal simulation software is a plus.
• Programming in Python or MATLAB for data analysis is desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and validating thermal models for automotive components and systems using simulation software.
• Conduct thermal simulations to predict temperature distribution, heat transfer, and thermal stress under various conditions.
• Analyze results and provide insights to optimize product design for thermal performance.
• Support experimental validation of models through laboratory testing.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations summarizing methodologies and results.
• Collaborate with design, engineering, and testing teams to integrate thermal considerations.
• Stay updated on advancements in thermal management technologies.

Skills

Heat transfer principles

CFD/FEA concepts

Python

MATLAB

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical/Automotive Eng

Tools

ANSYS Fluent

Star-CCM+

COMSOL

Job description

Job Summary

VALEO INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED is seeking a highly motivated Intern to join our Research & Development team, focusing on thermal simulation. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in applying advanced thermal analysis techniques to automotive components and systems.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and validating thermal models for various automotive components and systems using simulation software (e.g., ANSYS, Star-CCM+).
• Conduct thermal simulations to predict temperature distribution, heat transfer, and thermal stress under different operating conditions.
• Analyze simulation results and provide insights to optimize product design for thermal performance and reliability.
• Support the R&D team in experimental validation of simulation models through laboratory testing.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations summarizing simulation methodologies, results, and recommendations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design, engineering, and testing, to integrate thermal considerations into the product development lifecycle.
• Research and stay updated on the latest advancements in thermal management technologies and simulation techniques.

Job Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of heat transfer principles (conduction, convection, radiation) and thermodynamics.
• Familiarity with CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) and FEA (Finite Element Analysis) concepts.
• Basic experience with thermal simulation software (e.g., ANSYS Fluent/Icepack, Star-CCM+, COMSOL) is a plus.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or MATLAB for data analysis and scripting is desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Job: R&D Trainee/Apprentice/VIE

Organization: Mechanical

Schedule: Full time

Employee Status: Trainee (Fixed Term)

Job Type: Trainee / Internship

Job Posting Date: 2026-10-29

Experience Level Entry Level

Join Us !

Being part of our team, you will join:

• one of the largest global innovative companies, with more than 20,000 engineers working in Research & Development
• a multi-cultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration
• more than 100,000 colleagues in 31 countries... which make a lot of opportunity for career growth
• a business highly committed to limiting the environmental impact if its activities and ranked by Corporate Knights as the number one company in the automotive sector in terms of sustainable development

More information on Valeo: https://www.valeo.com

Experience Level Entry Level