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Renewable Energy Engineer

Design and implement innovative renewable energy solutions while ensuring compliance with environmental standards and project budgets.

60 000 – 130 000 USD ($)
Average salary / year
Bachelor's degree
Education level
00
Automation level
Low
Difficulty
Positive
Employability
4 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Possible
Automation level
Low
Difficulty
Positive
Employability
4 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Possible

Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
60 000 – 75 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
75 000 – 95 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
95 000 – 130 000 USD/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — United States

Entry is generally through university degrees in engineering fields, internships, and sometimes direct recruitment from specialized training programs.

Training — United States

Renewable Energy Engineers usually complete a bachelor's degree in engineering with a focus on renewable energy technologies.

Specialized certifications can enhance employability.

The job market — United States

The job market includes renewable energy firms, utilities, and environmental consultancies, with growing demand due to increasing focus on sustainable energy.

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