Solar Engineer jobs — apply across leading energy employers

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.

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.

Solar Engineers typically progress to Solar Project Manager, Renewable Energy Engineer roles, or into renewables director, project portfolio lead, and head of development tracks at IPPs and developers across the global hiring energy market.