Simulation Engineer Intern: Engine Modeling & Analysis

LiquidPiston, Inc.; Suffield (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

LiquidPiston, Inc. is seeking a Simulation Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 in Suffield, CT. You will build and run engine simulations, analyze results, and help translate data into engineering decisions, supporting models from computation to hardware testing.

You'll collaborate with mechanical, combustion, controls, and test engineers while learning how simulation guides real-world propulsion development.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Strong interest in simulation, modeling, and engineering analysis.
• Solid fundamentals in thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven mindset.
• Detail-oriented with ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and modify simulation models to evaluate engine behavior.
• Model performance across operating conditions and configurations.
• Run simulations, evaluate outputs, and identify trends.
• Analyze datasets and compare predictions with test results.
• Document modeling approaches and present findings to engineers.

Skills

Simulation

Modeling

Engineering analysis

Python

MATLAB

C++

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

MATLAB/Simulink

GT-Power

COMSOL

Abaqus

STAR-CCM+

Fluent

Job description

LiquidPiston, Inc. is seeking a Simulation Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 in Suffield, CT. You will build and run engine simulations, analyze results, and help translate data into engineering decisions, supporting models from computation to hardware testing.

You'll collaborate with mechanical, combustion, controls, and test engineers while learning how simulation guides real-world propulsion development.