Placement Student – Electro Thermal Modelling
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 4, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 7, 2026.
Cummins
Placement Student - Electro Thermal Modelling
PlacementSouth EastPosted October, 6, 2026
Placement Student- Electro Thermal Modelling
Applications Close: 13th November 2026
Job Description
We are looking for an enthusiastic Thermal Modelling Engineer student to join our team specializing in Li-ion battery packs for our simulation-based product development (SBPD) in Milton Keynes.
During your placement with us, you will learn how a major global organization operates, gaining the tools and exposure you will need to become an expert in the industry.
This role is available to candidates who qualify for a placement year and will commence Summer of 2027.
The requirements are to be onsite for part of the week so you will need to be able to travel or relocate to the location on your own behalf.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Develop a strong understanding of Li-ion cell behavior and characterize their dynamic responses under various conditions.
- Explore the factors influencing Li-ion cell performance and the critical role of thermal management in ensuring safety and efficiency.
- Gain hands-on experience with commercial simulation tools, including 3D CFD platforms (Ansys Fluent, FloEFD) and 1D system-level tools (GT-Suite, MATLAB/Simulink), for modeling battery pack behavior.
- Learn the Virtual Product Integration (VPI) process and understand how simulation informs design decisions across different development phases.
- Collaborate with cross-functional technical experts and senior engineers to provide input and negotiate design solutions.
- Document technical findings, best practices, and present results in technical forums. Work collaboratively within a team to explore the challenges and opportunities of Li-ion technology in the electrification of commercial vehicles.
External Qualifications and Competencies
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
- Interest in Thermal management, modelling, and Li-ion Batteries.
- Studying for a degree in Mechanical, thermal, or electrical engineering.
- Good team player and knowledge transfer skills.
- Strong work ethics. Sense of ownership and responsibility, good organizational and time management skills.
Additional Responsibilities Unique to this Position
CLOSING DATE: Thursday, 12th November 2026 11:59PM
About Us
Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.
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