Hydraulic Modelling and Simulation Intern (m/f/d

Ultra-Pure Water+ division of Ecolab (former Ovivo Electronics), is a global provider of advanced equipment, technology, and systems to produce ultrapure water (UPW). We are dedicated to innovation, offering energy-efficient and environmentally sustainable solutions to the world’s most challenging water and wastewater issues.

As a Hydraulic Modelling and Simulation Intern, you will develop a dynamic hydraulic model of a water treatment system and connect it to a PLC and SCADA simulation platform for process validation.

Joining Ecolab means being part of a global team of innovative and passionate professionals who are committed to preserving water, our planet's most critical resource. It also means combining our efforts and talents towards a more sustainable future - together.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

· Hydraulic modelling: Develop a representative dynamic model of a water treatment system, including key hydraulic behavior and process constraints.

· Real-time deployment: Prepare the model for real-time or near-real-time execution within the simulation environment.

· PLC and SCADA connectivity: Implement communication interfaces between the hydraulic model, PLC application, and SCADA application.

· Process validation: Use the integrated platform to validate process sequences, operating scenarios, alarms, and control responses.

· Optimization and analysis: Analyze model results and support optimization of simulation performance, stability, and usability.

· Documentation and collaboration: Document model assumptions, interfaces, test scenarios, and results while working with automation and process engineers.

Qualifications:

· You are completing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in automation, industrial computing, electrical engineering, computer science, robotics, or a related field.

· Knowledge of modelling, real-time simulation, optimization, communication protocols, and software programming is expected.

· Experience with hydraulic modelling tools, Python, MATLAB/Simulink, Modelica, OPC UA, or industrial APIs is an advantage.

· You enjoy diversified tasks and hands-on work in technical workshops and on industrial systems.

· You show initiative and creativity, and you are flexible, structured, and able to work independently with guidance from experienced engineers.

· You have strong team-working and communication skills and can collaborate with international departments, suppliers, and customers.

· You have English skills suitable for daily business use. German, French, or other languages are an advantage.

What we offer:

· Working in our young and international Automation Team, with new challenges to solve every day.

· An opportunity to contribute widely and develop your skills in an agile company.

· Dealing with the cutting edge in ultrapure water technology in the electronic industry.

· Technical training in the position related field as well as the possibility for professional development in Switzerland.

· Expected start date: March 2027, or by mutual agreement.

· A modern workplace in Witterswil.

· At Ecolab we are committed to providing working environments where everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect

About Ecolab:

At Ecolab, we prioritize our talent-first philosophy by creating the most capable and diverse team to excel at our nearly three million customer sites. Building on a century of innovation, our 48,000 associates help deliver comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world. Our solutions not only enhance operational efficiency but also contribute to sustainability and public health, making a positive impact on the world. We are committed to eliminating unnecessary complexities and embracing a beginner's mindset, continuously seeking new perspectives and innovative solutions to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.

Ecolab’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) reflects our longstanding value of working together to integrate diverse perspectives to challenge ourselves, reach our goals and do what’s right.

Apply today and join one of the most ethical companies with over a hundred years of history.

Join Ecolab and help us protect what’s vital.