Explore Energy Engineer Jobs

Energy engineers help organizations produce, distribute, and use energy more efficiently. They apply engineering expertise to improve systems, evaluate energy performance, support reliable power delivery, and advance renewable and lower-carbon technologies. Explore vetted Energy Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Energy Engineers Do

Responsibilities vary by employer and specialization. Energy engineers may assess facilities and equipment, model energy use, recommend efficiency improvements, support renewable energy projects, and help design or optimize power systems. They can also analyze technical and financial trade-offs, coordinate with project teams, and monitor performance against operational or sustainability goals.

Common Energy Engineering Specialties

Career paths may focus on renewable energy, energy efficiency, power generation, transmission and distribution, building systems, industrial energy use, storage, or energy management. Some roles emphasize design and engineering, while others concentrate on project development, operations, consulting, or technical strategy.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a relevant engineering degree and experience with energy systems, data analysis, technical modeling, project coordination, or efficiency assessments. Depending on the position, useful qualifications may include knowledge of electrical or mechanical systems, renewable technologies, building performance, energy regulations, and industry-specific software. Requirements differ by role and seniority.

Find Energy Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Energy Engineer openings on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by specialization, experience level, location, and employer to find a position that aligns with your expertise and career goals.

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$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of nuclear engineering by leading pipe stress analysis and design efforts. Drive project success, mentor engineers, and enhance client relationships while ensurin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$99K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative civil engineering solutions. You'll lead medium to large projects, ensuring compliance with regulations while utilizing your expertise in AutoCAD...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Oversee a dynamic team in nuclear pipe stress analysis, ensuring quality and project success. Lead design approvals, mentor engineers, and foster client relationships while driving professional growth...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in providing technical oversight for EPC and Design-Build projects, ensuring optimal engineering solutions and project execution. Collaborate with teams to navigate challenges and deli...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role blending sales expertise and technical acumen, as you guide clients through implementing advanced build and remote execution solutions while shaping customer succe...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the development and scale-up of innovative manufacturing processes for Gas Diffusion Electrodes, collaborating across disciplines to drive quality and performance in advanc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Empower your career by tackling complex challenges in product engineering. Join a dynamic team where your innovative solutions will shape the future of recruiting technology and drive impactful outcom...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$135K - $200K *

Pioneer innovative engineering solutions, ensuring high-quality product development and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers to deliver advanced designs and improvements...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $175K *

Elevate your career by applying advanced engineering techniques to design and coordinate mechanical systems for energy and infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency while collaborati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $158K *

Drive innovative mechanical designs for energy and infrastructure projects. Lead project segments, ensuring compliance and efficiency while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-p...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$116K - $175K *

Grow your career with us to lead mechanical systems design for energy and infrastructure projects. Collaborate across teams, solve complex challenges, and deliver high-performance, reliable systems wh...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$92K - $110K *

Shape the future of plant operations by providing engineering expertise, troubleshooting complex systems, and driving reliability improvements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance safet...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Contribute to the design and prototyping of advanced lithographic tools, collaborating with senior engineers to enhance mechanical and optical systems. This hands-on role fosters growth in a fast-pace...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Optimize manufacturing systems for avionics hardware, enhancing production efficiency and scalability. Collaborate cross-functionally to translate data into actionable insights, ensuring smooth transi...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of energy storage by leading mechanical design of hydrogen systems, ensuring safety and optimization for high-volume manufacturing. Collaborate cross-functionally and guide junior eng...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $140K *

Join us to lead innovative construction projects focusing on energy efficiency in complex buildings. Utilize your engineering expertise and project management skills to ensure successful delivery whil...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$104K - $146K *

Join our dynamic team as you develop innovative solutions in utility operations, collaborating across functions to enhance energy distribution and system resilience, while driving projects that optimi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$104K - $146K *

Champion the future of electrical distribution by providing engineering support, leading strategic initiatives, and enhancing system reliability and efficiency in utility projects...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$83K - $91K *

Oversee and innovate engineering solutions for site development projects. Lead dynamic teams in analysis, design, and client presentations, while mentoring staff to achieve excellence and maintain reg...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$101K - $152K *

Unlock potential by applying fundamental engineering principles to design and support mechanical systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on HVAC and energy system projects, ensuring complian...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$101K - $152K *

Advance mechanical engineering design and analysis for energy projects, ensuring compliance and performance. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative HVAC and energy systems, while managing projec...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $135K *

Lead capital construction and sustainability projects, providing technical support and project management expertise. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance with specifications and regulat...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Engage with our dynamic engineering team as you design and model innovative refrigerant and water piping systems using Solidworks, ensuring precision in product documentation and lifecycle management...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $120K *

Innovate compliance strategies and environmental practices at our mill, ensuring adherence to regulations, permitting processes, and sustainability initiatives while fostering community awareness and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine the future of energy systems by developing essential low-level firmware for advanced hardware, ensuring reliability and precision in a dynamic startup environment that values innovation and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an energy engineer do?question toggle

    An energy engineer develops, evaluates, or improves systems for generating, distributing, storing, and using energy. Work may include energy assessments, efficiency projects, renewable energy, power systems, and performance analysis.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for energy engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many positions ask for a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field, along with relevant technical experience. Specific requirements vary and may include expertise in electrical or mechanical systems, energy modeling, renewable technologies, or project delivery.

  • Where do energy engineers work?question toggle

    Energy engineers work across utilities, engineering and consulting firms, manufacturers, construction and building services, renewable energy companies, government organizations, and other industries with significant energy needs.

  • What kinds of energy engineer roles can I find on Ladders?question toggle

    Openings may span energy efficiency, renewable energy, power generation, energy storage, building systems, industrial energy, and energy project management. Available roles depend on current employer hiring needs.

  • Does Ladders list Energy Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compensation and eligibility details vary by listing, so review each job posting for specifics.