Simulation Internship - Fall 2026

About the role

LiquidPiston, Inc. (LPI) is an advanced technology company developing compact, high-performance rotary engines based on a novel thermodynamic cycle. Our propulsion systems are enabling new capabilities across defense, aerospace, and commercial applications. Through innovative engine architecture and cutting-edge engineering, LiquidPiston is redefining what is possible in power generation and propulsion.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing simulation models to support engine, thermal, structural, fluid, and system-level analyses
• Support the validation of simulation results through comparison with experimental and test data
• Collaborate with mechanical, combustion, controls, and test engineers to evaluate design concepts and optimize performance
• Analyze and interpret simulation results, identifying trends and providing engineering recommendations
• Assist with automation of simulation workflows, data processing, and reporting
• Document methodologies, assumptions, results, and conclusions in technical reports and presentations
• Support design reviews and engineering decision-making through analytical insights

Requirements

• Experience with simulation and analysis tools such as ANSYS, MATLAB/Simulink, GT-Power, COMSOL, Abaqus, STAR-CCM+, Fluent, or similar software
• Familiarity with Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), thermal analysis, or system modeling
• Programming experience in Python, MATLAB, C++, or similar languages
• Understanding of heat transfer, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and structural mechanics
• Experience processing and analyzing large datasets
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and technical communication skills

Qualifications

• Previous internship, research, Formula SAE, Baja SAE, rocketry, UAV, or other hands-on engineering project experience is a plus

Skills

• Passionate about solving complex engineering problems
• Eager to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world challenges
• Thrives in a fast-paced R&D environment
• Detail-oriented
• Enjoy collaborating across multiple engineering disciplines

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

Paid

Schedule

Full-time Internship (Fall 2026)