Practical Internship: Simulation and Validation of Wave Loads on Monopiles using OpenFAST

Practical Internship: Simulation and Validation of Wave Loads on Monopiles using OpenFAST

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• Contributing to one of a kind projects
• Plenty of room for personal development
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What do we ask of you?

• Problem solving
• Analytical thinking
• Communication

How you can make your mark

Make your mark as intern at Boskalis! How? By adding value for Boskalis and its clients. Because that's what you do when you work on one of our projects around the world!

Internship project proposal: Simulation and Validation of Wave Loads on Monopiles during Upending Operations using OpenFAST.
The primary objective of this internship project is to investigate the feasibility and methodology of calculating wave loads on Monopile structures during upending operations using OpenFast. Monopiles are often transported horizontally and then upended to a vertical position on a heavy lift vessel. During this process, part of the longer Monopiles are submerged in water, but they do not touch the seabed. Understanding the wave loads on these structures during upending is crucial for safe and efficient operations.

Your responsibilities as intern
The research will focus on the following key areas:

1. Literature Review:
   • Conduct a comprehensive review of existing studies and methodologies for calculating wave loads on Monopile structures during upending operations.
   • Explore the capabilities and limitations of OpenFast in modeling wave loads on submerged and angled Monopiles during this specific scenario.
2. Simulation Setup:
   • Develop a simulation model in OpenFast for a Monopile structure subjected to wave loads during upending operations.
   • Define the parameters for wave conditions, Monopile geometry, and material properties.
   • Ensure that vessel dynamics are excluded from the simulation (for simplicity).
3. Simulation Execution:
   • Run simulations to analyze the wave loads on the Monopile structure during the upending process under various conditions.
   • Investigate the impact of different wave angles and submersion depths on the wave loads.
4. Data Analysis:
   • Analyze the simulation results to identify trends and patterns in the wave loads.
   • Compare the results with Marine OrcaFlex simulation results based on the diffraction model (Marine department to assist with this).
5. Feasibility Assessment:
   • Assess the feasibility of using OpenFast for calculating wave loads on Monopile structures during upending operations.
   • Identify any limitations or challenges encountered during the simulations.

Your qualities and experience
You can make your mark as intern if:

• You are currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Marine Engineering, or a related field.
• You have a basic knowledge of fluid mechanics and structural dynamics.
• Proficiency in Python programming.
• Familiarity with numerical methods and simulation techniques.
• Prior experience or willingness to learn OpenFast software.

The following competencies are also important for the role of function:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Good communication skills for reporting and presenting findings.

During the job interviews, we challenge you to demonstrate with concrete examples why you possess these competencies.

We offer

What you can expect

• Internship guidance: We offer you the opportunity to get the most out of your internship by giving you the right guidance.
• Warm welcome: You can count on a warm welcome so that you quickly feel at home at Boskalis.
• Salary and more: As an intern, you will receive an internship allowance. In addition, we offer a fun work environment with lots of challenges.
• A dynamic work environment: An internship where you can learn a lot from a leading company and where you will be part of a diverse team of experts.
• Young Boskalis: Are you younger than 36? Then join Young Boskalis! Monthly social and sporting activities ranging from pub quizzes, yoga, bootcamps and an annual sailboat race. Networking and knowledge sharing are also an important part of Young Boskalis.

Extra information

• Your team: You will be part of the Structural Engineering team of Offshore Heavy Lifting and will work closely with Structural and Marine Engineers form Global Engineering.
• Where you will work: For office-based roles, in consultation with your supervisor, you work partly at home and partly in the office.

About Boskalis

Working at Boskalis is about creating new horizons and sustainable solutions. In a world where population growth, increase of global trade, demand for (new) energy and climate change are driving forces, we challenge you to make your mark in finding innovative and relevant solutions for complex infrastructural and marine projects.

Boskalis has one of the largest global fleets of specialized offshore vessels, allowing us to carry out a broad range of offshore activities. We provide innovative and sustainable all-round solutions to tackle major worldwide maritime challenges. Our Offshore Energy division supports sustainable energy solutions such as wind energy as well as traditional fossil facilities. We’re involved in the entire journey from developing and transporting to maintaining and decommissioning these facilities.

Within a vibrant company culture you will be working as part of a diverse, international team of experts. We offer you the opportunity to realize your full personal potential and expand your professional career by creating new horizons. Together.

Interested?

We’ll be happy to answer your questions about this practical internship position. Please contact Tim Gouweleeuw, corporate recruiter, via tim.gouweleeuw@boskalis.com

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