Faculty-mentored Intensive Internship Programme (FIIP) -260220

Introduction

Due to environmental conditions prevailing in Oman and similar regions, the performance of Solar Photovoltaics (PV) panels tend to experience degradation in efficiency caused by accumulation of dust and other particles.

At the German University of Technology in Oman (GUtech), a solution is being investigated to increase the efficiency of Solar Photovoltaics (PV) panels and particularly their operation in Oman and regions with similar environmental conditions.

In order to increase the efficiency of PV panels, we are investigating and analysing the Soiling and High-Temperature effects on different types of PV panels in Oman. One method for increasing efficiency is by reducing the effect of soiling (i.e. dust covering the panel) through routine cleaning of dust and other particles off PV panels. In this solution, weather parameters and the physical location of PV panels are also considered.

For this project, we are offering a ‘Faculty-mentored Intensive internships Programme (FIIP) for two Interns (engineering discipline) and subject to a promising start of the programme, there shall be a scenario to have one separate legal entity to be formed. This requires commitment of the two interns as being the shareholders.

The FIIP programme is sponsored by BP Oman and will be implemented in co-operation with Sultan Qaboos University (SQU) and Hussam Technology Company (HTC).

Requirements

We are looking for persons (Omanis only) who are motivated to learn and develop their professionalism, to work as Interns in the above-mentioned programme.

The normal working hours are 5 days/40 hours per week. The normal working hours may change occasionally, whenever deemed necessary.

No annual Leave is embedded in the contract as it is an ‘Internship Programme’ and does not hold any employer/ employee relationship. More so, we intend to incorporate a separate legal entity keeping the two interns (Engineers) as stakeholders. The type of entity and its modus operandi shall be decided prior to induction of the interns.

• The agreement shall commence latest by 31.05.2020 and will run for 13 months.
• The intern will receive a monthly stipend
• Special training will be provided to the two interns (engineers) in Solar PV systems from international specialist experts.
• The training is approved by the DCRP, Oman and SEI, USA.
• The training is worth OMR 2500 per person
• The shortlisted interns, at the time of signing the internship agreement with GUtech, shall be required to provide an external guarantor for disbursement of released stipends, in the event the interns decides to discontinue the contract, prior to completion of internship programme. This is primarily to safeguard the utilisation of limited funds available under the programme.

Experience Required: (for 2 Intern positions)

1. Degree in Mechanical or Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering.
2. Programming skills in C/C++.
3. Experiences with Arduino and/or Raspberry Pi or equivalent.
4. Good knowledge of spoken and written English. IELTS 6.0 or equivalent would be added advantages.
5. Ability to adapt to and support new technology.
6. Excellent interpersonal skills. Good time management and presentation skills.
7. Ability to work under pressure.
8. Leadership and Entrepreneur Skills are highly recommended.
9. Solar PV systems would be added advantages.
10. Professional IT and computer skills.

Tasks

1. To carry out the applied research (Solar Panel Efficiency in Oman) as a part of a team or individually.
2. Analysing the PV Solar Panels parameters.
3. Designing and implementing a cleaning tool for PV Panels. (Design, develop and maintain the tool which are developed in-house and outsourced. (e.g. data modelling, coding, integration, testing, debugging, maintenance, documentation code libraries and reporting).
4. Work collaboratively with the Principle Investigator (PI), Co-PI and the Technical Supervisor to maximize the productivity.
5. Create specifics strategies for easier and effective execution of projects.
6. Provide periodic reports on project progress or key issues and finding verbally and in written form to PI and Co-PI before 48 hours from the weekly meetings.
7. Organize and monitor schedules and see that deadlines are met.
8. Complete any necessary administrative tasks.
9. Prepare, proofread and edit written work, summaries of proposals and publication.
10. To pass the technical Solar training course with at least 70 %.
11. To contribute to the analysis and writing up of research projects done as a team or individually.
12. To prepare ad present findings of research activity when requested.
13. To contribute to the preparation and drafting of research proposals.
14. Establish workflow in order to analyse priorities and problems and evaluate their impact on services and time-lines;
15. Monitor and analyse related cleaning tool for PV Panels; identify trends in the nature, frequency, and types of cleaning requested, and use this data to continually improve content and quality of services;
16. Responsible for submitting organized final reports, and other documents as required.

We require the following documents to be submitted:

1. Resume (CV)
2. Motivation Letter written by the applicant
3. At least two recommendation letters.
4. Transcript.

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