Technical Internship

Situated in Marsabit County, Kenya, The Lake Turkana Wind Power (LTWP) Project is a wind farm that supplies renewable energy to Kenya’s national grid. The project is committed to the sustainable application of all resources to the benefit of the environment.

TECHNICAL INTERN

The purposes of the internship are:

• Gain practical/field knowledge of the operations and maintenance of plant systems and equipment.
• Develop troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Understand the principles of preventive/corrective maintenance and how they are applied in practical engineering scenarios.
• Learn about safety regulations, procedures, processes and compliance standards in the O&M field.
• Develop skills by working alongside experienced engineers and technicians to understand the day-to-day operations within a team.

Key Activities and Accountabilities

1. Equipment Inspection and Maintenance.
2. Troubleshooting and Problem Solving.
3. Preventive and Corrective Maintenance.
4. Power Dispatch operations
5. Safety processes and compliance.
6. Compliance documentation and Reporting.
7. Project execution and monitoring framework

What we offer & what you’ll gain

• Learning and skill development – Acquire hands on experience in renewable energy systems, general wind turbine knowledge, OHL system, DRPC systems, grid integration and substation management.
• Supporting windfarm operation – Participate in maintenance and operation activities as directed by the respective supervisors.
• Safety and compliance – Learning and adhering to LTWP safety standards and procedures, participate in safety drills and assessments as well as ensuring compliance regulations and policies.
• Professional growth – Building foundation for career in renewable energy by working closely with experienced engineers and technicians, by developing problem solving, technical and teamwork skills.
• Data collection and analysis – Use SCADA systems to monitor and analyze turbine performance data, identifying trends and anomalies.

NOTE: This internship is exclusively for candidates from Laisamis Constituency