CFD Hydrodynamics Engineer, Internship

Bureau Veritas Group

. Implement a new implicit relaxation method for the incident wave field in foamStar .

Posted 11/10/2026internshipSaint-Herblain • FranceEntry Level💰 €1,300 - €1,600 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in implementing computational methods for fluid mechanics, with a strong focus on programming in Python or C++ within a Linux environment. Proficient in scientific computing practices and familiar with CFD tools like OpenFOAM.

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Python ProgrammingC++ ProgrammingOpenFOAM ExperienceScientific Computing Best PracticesLinux Environment Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Implicit Relaxation Method ImplementationWave Propagation AnalysisWave-Structure Interaction AnalysisComputational Code DevelopmentValidation Campaign Execution

Soft Skills

RigorCuriosityAutonomyEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

SlurmGitCFD Code

Industry Keywords

Fluid MechanicsOcean EngineeringHydrodynamicsMetocean

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Implement a new implicit relaxation method for the incident wave field in foamStar
Run a validation campaign covering pure wave propagation and wave-structure interaction cases
Analyze the results obtained with the new tool
Apply best practices in scientific computing and software development, including Slurm, Git, and testing
Depending on progress, investigate the relevance of focused waves for computing added resistance in waves
Work within the Hydrodynamics and Metocean team of the Marine & Offshore Research department

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's student in engineering or equivalent, ideally specializing in fluid mechanics or ocean engineering
Interest in programming and developing computational codes
Rigor, curiosity, and autonomy
Good command of English, both written and spoken, in an international working environment
Hands-on experience with Python or C++ in a Linux environment (preferred)
Initial experience with OpenFOAM or another CFD code (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

50% reimbursement of your public transport pass
Works Council (CSE): subsidy for leisure and cultural activities
An international, ambitious, and open-minded team
A work environment built on trust, collaboration, and talent development
Equal opportunity and diversity initiatives
Support for the professional integration, access, and retention of people with disabilities