Solar Energy Systems Engineers
Perform site-specific engineering analysis or evaluation of energy efficiency and solar projects involving residential, commercial, or industrial customers. Design solar domestic hot water and space heating systems for new and existing structures, applying knowledge of structural energy requirements, local climates, solar technology, and thermodynamics.
Common Job Titles
- Power Systems Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Solar Design Engineer
- Solar Designer
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Solar Energy Systems Engineers (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
150,750
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $62,840. 25th percentile: U.S. $85,750. 50th percentile: U.S. $117,750. 75th percentile: U.S. $152,670. 90th percentile: U.S. $183,510. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
- U.S.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $62,840 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $183,510 |
| Workers on average earn | $121,720 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Engineering and Technology4.3/5
- Design4.1/5
- Building and Construction3.9/5
- Mathematics3.8/5
- Mechanical3.6/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Autodesk Revit
- Bash
- C++
- Dassault Systemes SolidWorks
- Google Workspace software
- JavaScript
- Linux
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Visio
- Microsoft Visual Basic
- Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications VBA
- Microsoft Word
- Python
- R
- Salesforce software
- Structured query language SQL
- The MathWorks MATLAB
- Trimble SketchUp Pro
Technology Skills
- Ansys Fluent
- Aurora HelioScope
- Autodesk AutoCAD LT
- Computer aided design and drafting CADD software
- Data acquisition software
- Data visualization software
- Database software
- Debugging software
Tools & Equipment
- Abrasion testers
- Accelerated weathering machines
- Adhesion testers
- Apparent power meters
- Atomic absorption spectrometers
- Auger electron spectrometers
- Bench ovens
- Chronopotentiometers