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Job title:
CFD Simulation Research Intern (12 months) – Starting Summer 2025
Company
SLB
Job description
Cambridge – United KingdomJob title:Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Simulation Research Intern (12 months)Project: Fluid Flow and Heat Transfer in Geothermal SystemsAbout SLB:We are a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. Together, we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all.At SLB, we recognize that our innovation, creativity, and success stem from our differences. We actively recruit people with a diverse range of backgrounds and cultivate a culture of inclusion that unlocks the benefits of our diversity. We want to ensure that everyone feels a sense of belonging here and we encourage, enable, and empower our people to foster inclusivity, build trust, and demonstrate respect for all across the organization.Global in outlook, local in practice – and with a united, shared passion for discovering solutions, we hire talented, driven people and support them to succeed, personally and professionally.Location:Cambridge, UKSLB Cambridge Research (SCR) is part of SLB’s global network of research and engineering centres. SCR is a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment with state-of-the-art research and computing facilities. We work on applied research projects in the physical sciences to meet the current and future challenges of the industry.Description & ScopeJoin our team at the Cambridge Research, working on novel solutions for deep geothermal energy extraction. In this internship, you will work on advanced computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations to explore the details of fluid flow and heat transfer processes subsurface.Your work will contribute to research aimed at improving system components to optimise overall performance, and enhancing simplified models that capture the essential physics for large-scale simulations and early design assessments, maintaining accuracy while reducing computational requirements.Deliverables
- Conduct and validate CFD simulations to analyse heat transfer and fluid dynamics in geothermal applications
- Improve simplified models to enable more accurate large-scale simulations
- Participate in regular team meetings to discuss project progress and share findings
- Prepare technical reports and present your results to peers and stakeholders
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Master Degree – (Penultimate or Final year) in Applied Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering or related disciplines in maths, engineering or physical sciences or a related discipline
- Strong foundation in Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer
- Prior research experience with CFD
Preferred Skills:
- CFD Software Proficiency (ANSYS Fluent, COMSOL, Multiphysics or OpenFOAM)
- Experience in turbulent heat transfer in closed flows
- Programming skills in at least one of the following: Python, MATLAB or C++
SLB is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.
Expected salary
Location
Cambridge
Job date
Wed, 09 Oct 2024 07:40:48 GMT
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