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Thomas Berthoud

Thomas Berthoud

Loos

Summary

Junior Engineer with experience at Decathlon's cycling division. Applied FEA simulation and advanced CAD modeling to assess technical feasibility and enhance the manufacturability of new components. Responsible for the design and prototyping of innovative cycling solutions, collaborating closely with manufacturing and product teams.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Component and Tech Engineer Intern

Decathlon
Lille
01.2025 - Current
  • Led technical feasibility studies on bicycle cockpit components, combining CAD surface modeling, FEA simulation, and regulatory compliance (ISO 4210).
  • Designed and prototyped mechanical parts for child and urban bikes, including aluminium and plastic components in collaboration with international suppliers.
  • Improved manufacturability of plastic parts for steering systems, working closely with tooling and method engineers.
  • Created a structured technical portfolio to support product managers in their component selection process.
  • Conducted experimental thickness measurements and process analysis to support supplier qualification in a European sourcing strategy.
  • Tools & skills: NX Siemens (surface modeling), Ansys Discovery, ultrasonic measurement, technical reporting, cross-functional communication.

Bike Sales Assistant

Decathlon
Ecully
12.2023 - 12.2024
  • Part-time Bike Sales Assistant – 15 hours/week

Engineering Intern

Alienor ARA
Lyon
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Structural analysis and footing dimensioning for multiple construction projects, in support of the lead engineer and design team. Assisted in project management tasks.
  • Design and sizing of foundations (footings) for various buildings. Provided technical assistance to the lead engineer and support to project supervision.

Worker Intern

Leroy Somer
Saint Symphorien d'Ozon
06.2021 - 07.2021
  • Industrial Internship – Hands-on Experience in Electric Motor Assembly.

Education

Higher School Preparatory Classes - Engineering

Les Lazaristes De Lyon
Lyon
07-2022

5th Year of Engineering Studies of The Arts Et Métier Program - Ingénierie

ECAM LaSalle Lyon
Lyon

Exchange Study Program -

University of South Eastern Norway
Porsgrunn

English for University Study Program -

Cardiff University
Cardiff

Lycée Jean Perrin, Lyon -

Baccalauréat

Skills

  • FEA simulation (Ansys)
  • CAD modeling (Creo, SolidWorks, NX Siemens, Dassault)
  • Pack Office
  • AutoCAD

Additional Information

  • Competitive triathlete (2023-Present) or (for the past two years)
  • High-level/Elite Rower (2016-2023)

Languages

French
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Italian
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

Timeline

Component and Tech Engineer Intern

Decathlon
01.2025 - Current

Engineering Intern

Alienor ARA
06.2024 - 08.2024

Bike Sales Assistant

Decathlon
12.2023 - 12.2024

Worker Intern

Leroy Somer
06.2021 - 07.2021

Higher School Preparatory Classes - Engineering

Les Lazaristes De Lyon

5th Year of Engineering Studies of The Arts Et Métier Program - Ingénierie

ECAM LaSalle Lyon

Exchange Study Program -

University of South Eastern Norway

English for University Study Program -

Cardiff University

Lycée Jean Perrin, Lyon -

Baccalauréat

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