INTERNSHIP - Intelligence Engineer: AI Innovation for Product Structural Analysis (M/F)

Hungry for challenges? Join a group with innovation at its heart and contribute to the automotive revolution!

OPmobility is a world-leading provider of innovative solutions for a unique, safer and more sustainable mobility experience. Innovation-driven since its creation, the Group develops and produces intelligent exterior systems, customized complex modules, lighting systems, clean energy systems and electrification solutions for all mobility companies. With a €11.4 billion economic revenue in 2023, a global network of 152 plants and 40 R&D centers, OPmobility relies on its 40,300 employees to meet the challenges of transforming mobility.

By adding intelligent functions, lighting & sensors etc and by extending the scope of what is possible in terms of design, OPmobility is making cars safer, smarter and more stylish. Body panels are now packed with technologies that improve the driver experience, safety and vehicle appearance. The result? An elegant car that will, in time, be made largely from bio-sourced or recycled materials.

Our ambition? Provide automakers with cutting-edge equipment and solutions to develop tomorrow’s clean and connected car.

About the Role

Within the Engineering Product Validation department, your mission will be to assess and implement artificial intelligence approaches applied to structural analysis, with the goal of improving the efficiency and reliability of digital validations for Tailgate and Bumper products.

Start date: March 2026 
Duration: 6 months 

Your Main Responsibilities

• Define and create a database suited to the needs of the study
• Perform static simulations (Abaqus) or crash simulations (Radioss) to generate training cases
• Train 3D geodesic convolution models based on artificial intelligence
• Deploy these models and evaluate their performance within the application intended for end users

About You

• You are preparing a Master’s degree (Bac+5) in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Modelling and Applications
• You have an advanced level of English (B2/C1)
• You have intermediate to advanced skills in mechanics; knowledge in plastics engineering would be a plus
• You have strong knowledge in CAE and Deep Learning
• You have an excellent command of Python
• You are comfortable with Abaqus, Radioss, and Hypermesh
• You demonstrate initiative, have strong communication and synthesis skills, and adopt a proactive approach in carrying out your tasks

Location

Sigmatech – Avenue du Bois des Vergnes, 01150 Sainte-Julie (30 km from Lyon, carpooling available)

What We Offer

• Transportation allowance

• Competitive internship stipend (based on education level)

• Access to the company restaurant

• On-site gym and concierge services within the R&D center

As a responsible company, Plastic Omnium pays particular attention to diversity and equality within its teams and the Group commits to treat all job applications equally.