Energy engineer

Energy engineers design new, efficient and clean ways to produce, transform, and distribute energy to improve environmental sustainability and energy efficiency. They extract energy through natural resources, such as oil or gas, or renewable and sustainable sources, such as wind or solar power.  The following job titles also refer to energy engineer: energy technology engineering consultant energy engineering specialist energy technology engineering specialist energy engineering expert energy efficiency engineer power engineer energy engineering consultant energy technology engineering expert energies engineer energy engineering adviser energy technology engineering adviser energy technology engineer Bachelor’s degree is generally required to work as energy engineer. However, this requirement may differ in some countries. ISCO skill level is defined as a function of the complexity and range of tasks and duties to be performed in an occupation. It is measured on a scale from 1 to 4, with 1 the lowest level and 4 the highest, by considering:

• the nature of the work performed in an occupation in relation to the characteristic tasks and duties
• the level of formal education required for competent performance of the tasks and duties involved and
• the amount of informal on-the-job training and/or previous experience in a related occupation required for competent performance of these tasks and duties.

Energy engineer is a Skill level 4 occupation. These occupations, although different, require a lot of knowledge and skills similar to energy engineer. electric power generation engineer energy systems engineer gas distribution engineer power distribution engineer solar energy engineer These occupations require some skills and knowledge of energy engineer. They also require other skills and knowledge, but at a higher ISCO skill level, meaning these occupations are accessible from a position of energy engineer with a significant experience and/or extensive training. This knowledge should be acquired through learning to fulfill the role of energy engineer. Energy market Energy Engineering principles Technical drawings Engineering processes These skills are necessary for the role of energy engineer. Adjust engineering designs Perform scientific research Use technical drawing software Approve engineering design This knowledge is sometimes, but not always, required for the role of energy engineer. However, mastering this knowledge allows you to have more opportunities for career development. Solar energy Refrigerants Energy transformation Gas market Electricity consumption Security requirements of goods transported via pipelines Transmission towers Gas consumption Wire harnesses Design drawings Electrical engineering Electricity market Zero-energy building design Design principles Energy performance of buildings Pollution legislation Electrical discharge Electric current Natural gas Electrical power safety regulations Types of wind turbines Hydraulics Fuel distribution systems Environmental legislation Pollution prevention Fuel gas Types of photovoltaic panels Thermodynamics Fluid mechanics Quality standards Pipeline transport regulations; Mechanical engineering CAD software Heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration parts Environmental engineering Waste and scrap products Types of pipelines Industrial heating systems Fossil fuels Electricity Electric generators Heat transfer processes Power engineering Automation technology Renewable energy technologies Manufacturing of steam generators These skills and competences are sometimes, but not always, required for the role of energy engineer. However, mastering these skills and competences allows you to have more opportunities for career development. Develop energy saving concepts Ensure compliance with environmental legislation Conduct engineering site audits Operate automated process control Monitor utility equipment Test procedures in electricity transmission Develop waste management processes Manage electricity transmission system Promote sustainable energy Perform risk analysis Resolve equipment malfunctions Ensure regulatory compliance in pipeline infrastructures Inspect overhead power lines Ensure compliance with safety legislation Ensure compliance with waste legislative regulations Liaise with local authorities Analyse energy market trends Analyse energy consumption Ensure safety in electrical power operations Develop hazardous waste management strategies Report on fuel distribution incidents Troubleshoot Maintain photovoltaic systems Maintain electrical equipment Design utility equipment Inspect facility sites Advise on pollution prevention Design solar energy systems Use personal protection equipment Manage gas transmission system Report test findings Mitigate environmental impact of pipeline projects Calculate solar panel orientation Oversee quality control Use thermal analysis Wear appropriate protective gear Make electrical calculations Respond to electrical power contingencies Identify customer’s needs Ensure compliance with electricity distribution schedule Test gas purity Test pipeline infrastructure operations Manage engineering project Inspect underground power cables Supervise electricity distribution operations Use testing equipment Operate steam turbine Document analysis results Create AutoCAD drawings Provide information on solar panels Perform maintenance on installed equipment Monitor automated machines Manage workflow processes Provide information on wind turbines Test samples for pollutants Maintain concentrated solar power systems Advise on heating systems energy efficiency Carry out energy management of facilities Inspect building systems Promote environmental awareness Examine engineering principles Monitor legislation developments Ensure correct gas pressure Inspect industrial equipment Develop strategies for electricity contingencies Supervise crew Identify energy needs Create designs for pipeline engineering Adjust voltage Monitor nuclear power plant systems Design electric power systems Maintain solar energy systems Advise on environmental risk management systems Run simulations Analyse experimental laboratory data Read engineering drawings Promote innovative infrastructure design Monitor waste treatment equipment Use CAD software Advise on environmental remediation Coordinate electricity generation Operate hydraulic machinery controls Draw blueprints Shift energy demands Ensure equipment maintenance Develop non-hazardous waste management strategies Supervise gas distribution operations Perform project management Develop gas distribution schedule Manage environmental impact of operations Change power distribution systems Develop environmental remediation strategies Assess environmental impact Develop electricity distribution schedule Ensure compliance with gas distribution schedule Assess financial viability Adapt energy distribution schedules Design thermal equipment Monitor electric generators Advise on waste management procedures Design automation components 2149 – Engineering professionals not elsewhere classified    

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ESCO U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics