Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Engineer Intern

Intern Job Code/ Requisition ID NIL1 Location Gurgaon (Udhyog Vihar) Travel Required Department / Function R&D Position Name CFD Intern Designation Intern Role Individual Team Reporting To Sagar R Solanki Jo b Specification The CFD Engineer Intern will support the Simulation Team in performing Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analyses for thermal management, airflow optimization, and cooling performance evaluation of power electronics, batteries, inverters, and energy storage products. The intern will work closely with simulation and design engineers to improve product performance and reliability through virtual prototyping. Qualification/ Personal Attributes Education : Bachelor’s degree (B.Tech/B.E.) in Mechanical Engineering or related field. Master’s degree (M.E./M.Tech) in Mechanical or Thermal Engineering is preferred. Experience : Not Required. Technical Knowledge : Proficiency in fluid flow and heat transfer principles. Familiarity with Li-ion battery technology and thermal management. Experience using simulation tools such as Ansys Fluent, ICEPAK, MATLAB, and CREO. Simulation Workflow : Understanding of industry-standard simulation analysis workflows and testing standards. Knowledge in CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) Analysis using Ansys Fluent software, specifically related to Power Electronics/Li Ion Battery thermal management. Ability to apply thermal design standards effectively. Specific Skills : Expertise in heat sink design, fan selection, and power electronics heat generation. Proficient in basic thermal calculations for preliminary concept design validation. Hands-on experience in pre- and post-processing of CFD analyses, including model preparation, meshing, graphing, contour visualization, and animation creation. Knowledge of thermal interface materials (TIM) used in the power electronics industry, including proper selection to meet thermal requirements while considering cost-effectiveness and environmental impact. Optimization and Communication : Analytical skills to optimize thermal solutions by selecting appropriate heat sinks, power electronics devices, vent locations, and TIM. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills for negotiation and conflict resolution. Organizational skills and attention to detail. Problem-Solving : Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address thermal challenges effectively. Job Description Key Responsibilities Thermal Analysis: analytical, numerical and experimental methods to perform electro-thermal analysis of power electronics/Li Ion Battery solutions. Stay informed about industry trends and advancements in thermal management and high-speed design evaluation. Inverter Thermal Solutions: Design and develop thermal solutions for extremely compact, high-power density inverters. Create predictive thermal designs with over 90% accuracy by using analytical and/or numerical modelling methodology Advanced Ansys Modelling: Enhance the existing simulation methodology to reduce turnaround time and/or improve accuracy. Develop simulation methodologies to replicate product performance in industrial environments like high dust/humidity scenarios and provide feasible design inputs to reduce their impact on the performance. Electro-Thermal Modelling: Perform 0D/1D electro-thermal modelling for power electronics devices such as MOSFETs, IGBTs, and diodes. Conduct Multiphysics simulations using MATLAB and Ansys to understand the thermal effects on device performance and lifespan. IP-Rated Enclosure Design: Design and validate thermal solutions for IP-rated enclosures, ensuring efficient heat dissipation and protection. Battery Thermal Management: Simulate battery thermal behaviour, including thermal runaway and gas venting, using abusive battery models. Development/enhancement of simulation methodology for large scale BESS thermal simulations. Calculate and select pressure relief valves for Li-ion battery packs to ensure safety during thermal events. Predict battery life span, state of charge (SoC), and state of health (SoH) degradation based on temperature variations using simulation models. Active Cooling Optimization: Provide thermal array inputs for fan pulse-width modulation (PWM) control to optimize active cooling system power consumption. Documentation and Support: Create and maintain accurate documentation, including design specifications, CFD analysis reports, and thermal test data. Offer technical guidance and support to junior engineers when needed. Supplier Collaboration: Visit and collaborate with suppliers related to thermal insulation, thermal interface materials (TIM), heat sinks, and other thermal design components. Continuous Learning: Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies related to thermal solutions and simulation models. About Luminous Luminous Power Technologies, a leader in energy solutions, is a 35-year-old company which started as a small venture. Now on its brand transformation journey, its mission is to become a name synonymous with all-encompassing home electrical, power backup and residential solar solutions and create millions of happy homes in India. Today, Luminous is already a powerful, trustworthy brand name in 100 million Indian homes. During this successful journey, it has embraced the core values of reliability, consistency, longevity and the highest standards of integrity along with dynamic ideas and innovation. Its consumer-centric focus has led Luminous into new categories to deliver excellence in every product and home solution it offers. With 7 manufacturing units, more than 28 sales offices in India and presence in over 36 countries our 6000 employees serve more than 60,000 channel partners and millions of customers. Our motto has always been Customer Delight through Innovation & Passion with focus on Execution & Team-work. At Luminous, we passionately innovate to make life comfortable and efficient. Luminous is a group company of Schneider Electric , a global leader in energy management with presence in over 100 countries, 1.5 lakh people and a revenue of Rs. 2 lakh crore. Career Page- http://joinus.luminousindia.com/ LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/luminous-power-technologies-p-ltd/ Home Page- https://www.luminousindia.com/about-us Glassdoor - https://www.glassdoor.co.in/Overview/Working-at-Luminous-Power-Technologies-P- EI_IE519545.11,40.htm Experience Level Entry Level