Science, Engineering, Agriculture & Math
Perform site-specific engineering analysis or evaluation of energy efficiency and solar projects involving residential, commercial, or industrial customers.
Science, Engineering, Agriculture & Math Field of Interest
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Contact an Advisor for more information on this career!Solar Energy Systems Engineers
Average
$117,480
ANNUAL
$56.48
HOURLY
Entry Level
$60,750
ANNUAL
$29.21
HOURLY
Mid Level
$101,120
ANNUAL
$48.61
HOURLY
Expert Level
$195,640
ANNUAL
$94.06
HOURLY
Solar Energy Systems Engineers
3,640
Projected job openings through 2032
Solar Energy Systems Engineers
Supporting Programs
Solar Energy Systems Engineers
Solar Energy Systems Engineers
01
Create plans for solar energy system development, monitoring, and evaluation activities.
02
Conduct engineering site audits to collect structural, electrical, and related site information for use in the design of residential or commercial solar power systems.
03
Design or coordinate design of photovoltaic (PV) or solar thermal systems, including system components, for residential and commercial buildings.
04
Create electrical single-line diagrams, panel schedules, or connection diagrams for solar electric systems, using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
05
Review specifications and recommend engineering or manufacturing changes to achieve solar design objectives.
06
Develop design specifications and functional requirements for residential, commercial, or industrial solar energy systems or components.
07
Provide technical direction or support to installation teams during installation, start-up, testing, system commissioning, or performance monitoring.
08
Perform computer simulation of solar photovoltaic (PV) generation system performance or energy production to optimize efficiency.
09
Develop standard operation procedures and quality or safety standards for solar installation work.
10
Create checklists for review or inspection of completed solar installation projects.
Solar Energy Systems Engineers
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Engineering and Technology
KNOWLEDGE
Design
KNOWLEDGE
Mathematics
KNOWLEDGE
Building and Construction
KNOWLEDGE
Physics
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Judgment and Decision Making
SKILL
Writing
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Deductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Written Expression
Science, Engineering, Agriculture & Math
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