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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$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by providing essential process engineering support to optimize plant operations, manage projects, and enhance safety protocols in gas processing facilities. Collaborate with teams to...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$109K - $139K *

Engage in the maintenance and inspection of steam turbines, ensuring safety and operational excellence. Lead outage planning and vendor management while developing effective maintenance strategies to...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$86K - $136K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of mining infrastructure. Contribute to innovative electrical engineering projects, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance surface and underground systems ac...

Sudbury, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$77K - $111K *

Optimize solar operations by inspecting, troubleshooting, and maintaining commercial solar facilities. Collaborate with a skilled team to ensure safety and efficiency while training apprentices and do...

Illinois, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $115K *

Lead complex biomedical equipment projects, ensuring effective lifecycle management, regulatory compliance, and technical support to enhance patient safety and operational efficiency in healthcare set...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$82K - $85K *

Grow your career with our dynamic Power Delivery team, where you'll tackle exciting projects in transmission engineering, collaborate with talented professionals, and contribute to the reliability and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$82K - $85K *

Join a dynamic team to support power generation projects, focusing on design, analysis, and inspection of transmission systems. Enhance power delivery solutions while collaborating with industry exper...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$83K - $110K *

Innovate electrical engineering solutions by managing diverse projects, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to design efficient electrical systems, including EV...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$83K - $110K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team as you lead electrical design projects, mentor engineers, and innovate solutions for building systems, including EV charging infrastructure. Collaborate across dis...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing environmental compliance initiatives, leading a team of professionals, and ensuring adherence to regulations while supporting operations and engineering efforts across...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Engage as a Design Engineer, bridging design and engineering to create user-centric interfaces. Architect smooth interactions within our platform while implementing a robust design system that enhance...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative electrical engineering solutions. Lead projects from concept to construction, coordinating multidisciplinary teams while ensuring quality and clie...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative electrical engineering solutions for complex industrial projects. Lead multidisciplinary teams from concept to construction, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while fostering b...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to lead electrical engineering projects from concept to completion, ensuring quality and innovation in design for industrial facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of aerospace by innovating electrical designs and solutions that enhance safety and efficiency in multidisciplinary programs. Be a part of impactful projects in a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$75K - $90K *

Drive capital project management initiatives, overseeing scope development, cost estimating, and contractor supervision for projects ranging from small site improvements to multi-million-dollar expans...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$201K - $231K *

Advance your career by leading technical and commercial due diligence for thermal power projects. Engage in all project lifecycle stages, provide engineering support, and drive business development wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$77K - $93K *

Champion the design and development of large-scale solar PV systems, creating detailed construction documents and specifications while collaborating with clients and stakeholders to ensure successful...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $165K *

Unlock potential by leading electrical engineering for feasibility studies, overseeing power distribution, infrastructure design, and ensuring optimal solutions while collaborating across disciplines...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$119K - $202K *

Lead and optimize utility program delivery in the Pacific Northwest, driving energy efficiency and electrification initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage complex projects, ensu...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $111K *

Champion the optimization of electric distribution systems by supporting modeling tools and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance grid operations and implement innovative technologies...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $111K *

Shape the future of energy by optimizing electric distribution systems. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to enhance modeling tools, drive modernization efforts, and ensure reliable energy d...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$74K - $113K *

Innovate HVAC design solutions by tackling complex engineering challenges, collaborating on integrated systems, and ensuring compliance with industry standards to enhance facility performance and sust...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$74K - $113K *

Champion innovative HVAC design solutions while collaborating on complex projects. Leverage your expertise in system design, troubleshooting, and compliance to enhance facility engineering and support...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $120K *

Lead the charge in EHS compliance and performance management, collaborating with experts to ensure regulatory adherence and drive sustainable practices while mentoring junior staff and managing comple...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.