Energy Engineer

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Drive innovation in sustainable energy solutions for a greener future.
Make a significant impact by reducing energy costs and improving efficiency.
Explore diverse fields like HVAC, green buildings, and energy audits.

💰 Earn $99K-$165K

📚 Bachelor Degree

⏱️ 24–48 MONTH TRAINING

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What You’ll Do

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.

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.

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Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Career Prospects

Steady (Staying constant (within 1%))

Training Time

2 to 4 years

Median Earnings

$128,620 in California

$111,970 Nationally

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Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

Thinking and problem solving
Working with my hands

You are skilled in 💫

Systems Analysis
Active Learning
Complex Problem Solving
Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension
Writing

You value 🙏

Accomplishing things
Having freedom
Job security

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Energy Engineer

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Bachelor's Degree

A bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.

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⏱️ FINISH IN 4-5+ years

Hybrid College

A hybrid college combines online learning with the student support typically offered on college campuses, giving students flexibility and accessibility while still providing a comprehensive educational experience.

🎓 College

⏱️ FINISH IN 2-5 years