hydropower technician

Description

Hydropower technicians install and maintain systems in hydropower plants. They perform inspections, analyse problems and carry out repairs. They ensure the turbines operate in compliance with regulations, and assist the hydropower engineers in the construction of turbines.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

environmental engineering oceanography marine energy energy energy micro-generation technologies engineering processes electric generators energy efficiency technical drawings energy performance of buildings electricity renewable energy hydroelectricity electrical power safety regulations energy transformation alternative energy sensors data storage cloud technologies ICT software specifications scientific research methodology business intelligence statistical analysis system software information structure 3D printing process maintenance of printing machines CAD software maintenance operations automation technology information extraction printing on large scale machines control engineering power engineering visual presentation techniques data mining printing materials robotics robotic components energy conservation mechatronics printing techniques 3D modelling mechanical engineering unstructured data

Practical Skills

adjust engineering designs perform risk analysis apply health and safety standards promote innovative infrastructure design troubleshoot maintain electrical equipment monitor electric generators design electric power systems manage engineering project operate scientific measuring equipment use technical drawing software use specific data analysis software install mechatronic equipment resolve equipment malfunctions coordinate electricity generation conduct engineering site audits test mechatronic units determine suitability of materials install automation components manage quantitative data operate 3D computer graphics software assemble mechatronic units promote sustainability utilise machine learning perform project management use CAD software draw blueprints design prototypes maintain robotic equipment replace large components perform minor repairs to equipment wear appropriate protective gear assemble sensors research ocean energy projects operate printing machinery manage data promote environmental awareness ensure safety in electrical power operations test sensors promote sustainable energy perform scientific research perform data mining analyse test data inspect facility sites maintain records of maintenance interventions analyse big data