Rondo Energy
Process and Thermal Performance Intern
Alameda, CA or Orlando, FL · Intern · Internship
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 6 days ago
MATLABFEACFDMechanical DesignTime ManagementWritingAspen HYSYSAspen PlusThermodynamics
About the role
- This is an opportunity to work alongside an outstanding, multidisciplinary engineering team in a fast-paced startup environment.
Responsibilities
- Support thermal and fluid performance analyses using 1D simulation tools (e.g., AFT, Ebsilon, Aspen, or equivalent) and first-principles hand calculations to characterize system behavior across operating conditions.
- Develop and validate steady-state and transient thermal models for energy storage and heat transfer systems, comparing simulation outputs against test data and analytical predictions.
- Perform pressure drop, flow distribution, and energy balance calculations for ducting networks, piping systems, and process loops.
- Apply fundamental thermodynamic and fluid mechanics principles to evaluate system efficiency, identify performance bottlenecks, and support design improvements.
- Assist in developing and maintaining engineering calculation packages, spreadsheets, and simulation scripts used for design verification and performance tracking.
- Support test planning and data reduction: process raw test data, produce performance plots, and compare results against model predictions.
- Participate in design reviews and technical discussions; prepare concise technical memos and summaries as needed.
Requirements
- Hands-on coursework or project experience with heat exchanger design, pump/fan system analysis, or duct/air system sizing.
Nice to have
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline
- completion of core coursework in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer required.
- Master's degree is preferred.
- Foundational understanding of energy systems, including thermal cycles, heat exchangers, pumps, blowers, fans, and air-handling equipment.
- Exposure to at least one simulation or calculation tool such as AFT, Ebsilon, MATLAB, Aspen Plus/HYSYS, or equivalent
- willingness to learn new tools quickly.
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