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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$110K - $130K *

Lead transformative generation and transmission projects from inception to completion, ensuring quality, budget, and client satisfaction while overseeing all phases of project management in a dynamic...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer engineering excellence by leading site operations, ensuring safety, reliability, and efficiency in a mission-critical environment. Drive startup, commissioning, and sustaining engineering init...

1 week ago

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

$84K - $124K *

Lead the charge in continuous improvement initiatives across the organization, focusing on cost-saving projects, automation, and equipment reliability to enhance safety, quality, and sustainability...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Join our dynamic team to support electrical design for specialized systems, enhancing your skills through mentorship. Contribute to innovative solutions addressing environmental challenges across the...

Richmond, BCIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $125K *

Transform mechanical systems design through innovative engineering solutions, collaborating across sectors like healthcare and education. Enjoy hybrid work flexibility while delivering quality project...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team where you'll support innovative mechanical systems design, contributing to healthcare facilities and ensuring high-quality project delivery while enhancing your engineering experti...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Champion engineering excellence by leading distribution projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with teams to ensure safe, high-quality deliverables that meet project requirements while manag...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Elevate the future of energy by analyzing and designing interconnections for distributed energy resources. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance system performance and drive innovative solutions i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$168K - $241K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the future of environmental compliance programs, ensuring adherence to regulations across multiple facilities while fostering collaboration and innovation in sustainabilit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate business growth by developing strategies and building client relationships in the Nuclear and Environment sectors across Canada, focusing on Ontario. Lead a dynamic team to drive revenue an...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $150K *

Elevate mechanical system designs for healthcare and complex facilities. Drive project delivery through engineering management, team coordination, and innovative problem-solving to ensure high-quality...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$103K - $181K *

Transform project execution by integrating engineering, procurement, and construction aspects. Oversee technical excellence, manage budgets, and ensure quality while mentoring personnel to achieve pro...

2 days ago

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

$103K - $181K *

Empower project success by integrating engineering, procurement, and construction aspects. Oversee technical excellence, manage budgets, and ensure quality while coordinating interdisciplinary teams f...

3 days ago

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

$103K - $181K *

Unlock your potential by integrating engineering, budget, and scheduling for medium-sized projects. Lead technical excellence, manage procurement, and ensure quality while mentoring personnel to achie...

3 days ago

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

$103K - $181K *

Transform project execution by integrating engineering, procurement, and construction aspects to ensure technical excellence and adherence to budget and schedule requirements. Lead teams and manage pr...

3 days ago

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

$103K - $181K *

Champion the integration of engineering, procurement, and construction for medium-sized projects, ensuring technical excellence, budget adherence, and timely delivery while coordinating interdisciplin...

3 days ago

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

$103K - $181K *

Join a team that's dedicated to integrating engineering, budget, and scheduling for medium-sized projects. Contribute to technical excellence and ensure quality while managing project scopes and procu...

3 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform energy management for commercial and industrial clients by leveraging your HVAC expertise and customer engagement skills to drive operational improvements and sustainable energy solutions ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$86K - $129K *

Drive the design and troubleshooting of electrical control systems for Modular Data Centers, ensuring compliance and integration across projects. Collaborate with teams to deliver accurate documentati...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $129K *

Transform electrical and control systems for Modular Data Centers, ensuring compliance and integration throughout the project lifecycle. Collaborate with teams to deliver accurate documentation and ha...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $129K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and troubleshooting electrical control systems for innovative Modular Data Center solutions, ensuring compliance and supporting integration throughout the pro...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $102K *

Join a dynamic team to design and troubleshoot electrical control systems for innovative Modular Data Center solutions, ensuring compliance and integration throughout the project lifecycle while enhan...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $102K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and troubleshooting electrical control systems for innovative Modular Data Center solutions, ensuring compliance and supporting integration throughout the pro...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $102K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of electrical and control systems for Modular Data Centers. Contribute to design, integration, and troubleshooting across project lifecycles, ensuring compliance...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate project management and environmental science skills by overseeing investigation and remediation projects, delivering exceptional results, managing a team, and engaging with clients on exciting...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.