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Master Thesis Work - Rapid CFD predictions using rCFD

Thesis Worker at Volvo Cars
Welcome to explore the world of Volvo Cars by writing your thesis with us! As a thesis worker in our organization you are supported by a supervisor who follows you during your project. Through your thesis work you will be able to contribute to our company purpose – providing freedom to move in a safe, sustainable and personal way – from day one! 

About this opportunity - Background

At Vehicle Engineering, our responsibility spans the entire chassis, interior, climate, body & exterior functions, mechanical Integration, and a range of vehicle attributes with impact on design and customer experience of our complete product. Across these domains and all development cycles, we will lead an effective delivery operation on a complete level in close sync with other Engineering units, functions, and stakeholders across the company.

 

This thesis work is within the area of Contamination at Vehicle Attributes.

 

In a currently ongoing research project, Volvo Cars, together with Chalmers, is investigating the potential of using recurrent CFD (rCFD) to speed up simulations where physical processes having vastly different time scales are present. In this work, OpenFOAM is used as a base for the research. However, the method has not been tested in a commercial CFD-solver; hence, the potential for implementation and usage of rCFD in StarCCM+, needs to be assessed and evaluated.


Objective:


Evaluate rCFD method for rapid aerodynamic flow predictions for contamination topics within StarCCM+.
1. Evaluate the best options for data handling in StarCCM+
2. Run DES simulation(s) of a simple geometry
3. Apply the rCFD methodology to the process
4. Assess accuracy and time savings

Scope of the thesis work

To investigate the prerequisites for implementation, and to implement rCFD in the framework of StarCCM+.

What you'll bring

Preferably some experience within Fluid dynamics and CFD.

 

Programming skills are required. Knowledge of JAVA is meritorious.


We are looking for students who can be on site at Volvo Cars Torslanda from any suitable master's program within the area, such as applied mechanics or similar. 

Duration

•    Tentative proposed thesis work period: 19th January 2026 to 26th of June 2026 (dates can be flexible with +/- 7 days)
•    Academic credits: equivalent to 30 ECTS 
•    Number of students: 1-2 students per project (1 preferred)


Volvo Cars. For Life.
For nearly a century, Volvo Cars has empowered people to move freely in a personal, sustainable and safe way. Today, we are driving bold advancements in electrification, sustainability and automotive safety. To realise our ambitious vision, we are seeking innovative minds who are ready to tackle the challenges of tomorrow – today.

At Volvo Cars, we believe extraordinary things are achieved by ordinary people with a passion for making a difference. If you’re inspired by the opportunity to help redefine the future of mobility, we invite you to be part of our journey.

Ready to take the next step?

Applications should include your CV and a brief personal letter stating your interests within the given area and your thoughts and credentials. Submit your CV in English. If you are 2 students submitting as a pair, you can combine your CVs into one PDF and submit a joint Cover Letter. 

 

Applications must be received no later than 30th October, 2025. We are prioritising direct applications to ensure a fair and efficient application process.
 

For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Siddhant Gupta at siddhant.gupta@volvocars.com

For specific questions about the position, please reach out to Hiring Manager Jacob Vikström at jacob.vikstrom@volvocars.com.


As part of the recruitment process, the final candidates might undergo a background check.

Welcome with your application!

Gothenburg, SE, 40531

Job requisition ID:  77787

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