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Aerodynamics Engineer

Aerodynamics Engineer

As an Aerodynamics Engineer, you’ll help define the solar car’s shape end-to-end: research, modeling, CAD, meshing and CFD — then validate on track. You’ll balance drag, robustness, safety and manufacturability within regulations, and collaborate tightly with other technical teams to deliver a race-ready model.

Aerodynamics Engineer

Own aero performance from concept to validation.

Highlights

  • Research → CAD → meshing → CFD → test
  • Balance drag, robustness, safety & manufacturability
  • Cross-team collaboration to deliver a race-ready model
What you willl do
  • Explore aero concepts; turn theory into performance via modeling and simulation
  • Set up CAD, meshing strategies and CFD studies; run parametric/sensitivity sweeps
  • Build and refine the exterior for minimum drag with required robustness and manufacturability
  • Plan and support on-track/wind tests; analyze results and iterate
  • Work closely with other technical teams to integrate aero with the vehicle design
Are you...
  • Eager to learn?
  • Creative, communicative and a team player?
  • Passionate?
  • Not scared of a bit of research?
  • Familliar with Python or other programming languages?
  • Interested in fluid dynamics or subsonic aerodynamics?
  • Familliar with CAD software, CFD simulations and Panel Codes (XFoil, XFLR5,...)?
  • Proficient in English
We offer...
  • A spot in an incredibly motivated and multidisciplinary team.
  • An open and transparent work environment that appreciates your creative input and feedback.
  • Real-life implementation of your ideas.
  • Participation in Solar Challenges, including the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge Australia 2027!
CAD modellingMeshingCFD simulationsProgramming (Python)XFoil/XFLR5Fluid DynamicsSubsonic Aerodynamics
Commitment: Full-time (~1.5 years). Typically no courses during the project; may combine with internship/minor with school approval.

These skills are great to have, but can and will also be developed during the project. The following are an indication of which programs provide you with skills suitable for an aerodynamic engineer in Top Dutch; (Applied) Mathematics, (Applied) Physics, Astronomy, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering.

Have questions or curious about this position? Reach out at egbert.kuipers@solarracinggroningen.nl.
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Timeline

  1. ✓

    Applications open

    November 2025 - 1st March 2026

    CV + motivation (portfolio if relevant).

  2. ✓

    Interview Round 1

    January - March, 2026

    Talk about who you are.

  3. ✓

    Interview Round 2

    February - April, 2026

    Discuss your assignment approach and your qualifications. It depends on when the first interview is.

  4. ✓

    Selection

    end of April, 2026

    Panel & culture fit.

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