Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar

Job Zone 4 - Considerable preparation needed

Design, develop, or evaluate energy-related projects or programs to reduce energy costs or improve energy efficiency during the designing, building, or remodeling stages of construction. May specialize in electrical systems; heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems; green buildings; lighting; air quality; or energy procurement.

Pay & job outlook

Median pay: $122,930/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)

$66,810$189,950

Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.

Job outlook: +2.1% projected growth, 2024–2034 — about as fast as average.

About 9,300 openings per year, on average, over the decade.

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.

Top skills

Reading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingComplex Problem SolvingActive ListeningWritingSystems AnalysisMonitoringSpeakingActive LearningMathematics

Top knowledge areas

Engineering and TechnologyMathematicsBuilding and ConstructionCustomer and Personal ServiceMechanicalEnglish LanguageDesignAdministration and Management

Core tasks

• Identify and recommend energy savings strategies to achieve more energy-efficient operation.

• Conduct energy audits to evaluate energy use and to identify conservation and cost reduction measures.

• Monitor and analyze energy consumption.

• Monitor energy related design or construction issues, such as energy engineering, energy management, or sustainable design.

• Inspect or monitor energy systems, including heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) or daylighting systems to determine energy use or potential energy savings.

• Advise clients or colleagues on topics such as climate control systems, energy modeling, data logging, sustainable design, or energy auditing.

• Analyze, interpret, or create graphical representations of energy data, using engineering software.

• Verify energy bills and meter readings.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median pay for Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar?

The median pay for Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar is $122,930 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

What's the job outlook for Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar?

Employment for Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar is projected to change +2.1% from 2024 to 2034 - about as fast as average.

What education is typically required for Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.

How many job openings are there each year for Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar?

About 9,300 openings per year, on average, over the decade.