Thermal-Fluid System Engineering Intern

SoftInWay Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

SoftInWay invites a motivated Mechanical Engineering graduate student to join a 6-month internship in Kansas City, exploring turbomachinery design and analysis. You will apply thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and mechanical design principles to real-world energy challenges alongside experienced engineers.

The role offers hands-on work with AxSTREAM to design and optimize turbomachinery components, contribute to clean energy projects, and support studies and simulations related to

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Master’s or PhD Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Strong foundation in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and mechanical design principles.
• Familiarity with engineering analysis or design software; training on AxSTREAM will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Clean Energy Projects: Contribute to engineering projects focused on improving energy efficiency and reducing environmental impact.
• Turbomachinery Design and Analysis: Use AxSTREAM to design, analyze, and optimize turbomachinery components and systems.
• Research and Development Support: Assist with studies and simulations involving the aero‑thermodynamic and mechanical aspects of turbomachinery systems.
• Engineering Analysis: Evaluate designs and performance results to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Documentation and Reporting: Prepare technical reports, presentations, and other materials to communicate findings and recommendations.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Fluid mechanics

Mechanical design

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Master’s or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AxSTREAM

Job description

SoftInWay is dedicated to driving innovation and improving the safety, performance, and lifespan of the systems powering our world. Through our industry-leading software, expert consulting services, and comprehensive training programs, we provide organizations with the tools and support needed to push technology to the next level.

Internship Overview:

We are seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineering graduate student for a 6 months 2026/2027 internship. This position offers hands‑on experience in turbomachinery design and analysis, with opportunities to contribute to clean energy and advanced engineering projects.

The intern will work alongside experienced engineers and gain practical experience applying thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and mechanical design principles to real‑world engineering challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clean Energy Projects: Contribute to engineering projects focused on improving energy efficiency and reducing environmental impact.
• Turbomachinery Design and Analysis: Use AxSTREAM® to design, analyze, and optimize turbomachinery components and systems.
• Research and Development Support: Assist with studies and simulations involving the aero‑thermodynamic and mechanical aspects of turbomachinery systems.
• Engineering Analysis: Evaluate designs and performance results to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Documentation and Reporting: Prepare technical reports, presentations, and other materials to communicate findings and recommendations.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Master’s or PhD Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Strong foundation in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and mechanical design principles.
• Familiarity with engineering analysis or design software. Experience with turbomachinery software is a plus but not required. Training on AxSTREAM® will be provided.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an engineering team.

Impact on Clean Energy Footprint:

Depending on project needs and the intern’s interests, work may support a range of applications, including:

• Enhance fuel efficiency, leading to reduced emissions and conservation of resources for propulsion systems.
• Advance carbon capture technologies, mitigating the impact of industrial processes on climate change.
• Optimize turbomachinery for CAES systems, promoting the use of renewable energy storage solutions.

Why Join SoftInWay:

Gain practical experience in turbomachinery design for cutting‑edge clean energy applications.

Work alongside experienced professionals in the field of turbomachinery.

Contribute to meaningful projects that have a positive environmental impact.

Potential for future career opportunities within SoftInWay.