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Median Salary
$118k
$85.0k – $168k
Demand Score
96/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
8.4K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+22%
rolling 12 months
Hiring context
Demand for solar engineers in the global energy market is exceptionally strong. Oil & gas operators, renewables developers, utilities, EPC contractors, mining companies, and energy software firms report a 22% year-on-year increase in Solar Engineer mandates, driven by the global energy transition, utility-scale solar and wind buildouts, BESS rollouts, hydrogen programmes, and corporate PPA demand.
Compensation context
Solar Engineer compensation typically falls between $85.0k and $168k, with experienced solar engs in the global energy market commanding $168k+ at leading operators, IPPs, utilities, and EPC majors. Total compensation often includes shift premiums, offshore or remote allowances, performance bonuses, and equity where applicable.
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Oil & Gas Operators hiring Solar Engineers
National and international oil companies operating upstream, midstream, and downstream assets across the globe
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Solar, wind, storage, and hybrid renewables developers building utility-scale and C&I projects worldwide
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Solar Engineer in the global energy market is around $118k, typically ranging from $85.0k to $168k based on experience, asset class, and the energy employer.