Renewable Energy
Solar Engineer — Global Hiring Overview
Solar Engineers design utility-scale, C&I, and rooftop solar PV systems — from feasibility and yield modelling to BoS design, electrical layout, and grid interconnection.
Median Salary
$118k
$85.0k – $168k
Demand Score
96/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
8.4K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+22%
rolling 12 months
Market Outlook
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.
Salary Trend
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.
Career Path
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.
Key Responsibilities
- •Design solar PV systems and BoS
- •Run yield analysis (PVsyst / Helioscope)
- •Coordinate civil, electrical, and grid design
- •Support tender, EPC, and commissioning
Qualifications
- •BSc electrical engineering
- •PVsyst / PV design experience
- •2+ years solar projects
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Solar Engineer jobs by city
Solar Engineer jobs in Houston
17.6K openings · $139k
Solar Engineer jobs in Dallas
13.0K openings · $135k
Solar Engineer jobs in Midland
13.4K openings · $130k
Solar Engineer jobs in Denver
10.9K openings · $139k
Solar Engineer jobs in Pittsburgh
10.1K openings · $124k
Solar Engineer jobs in New Orleans
10.5K openings · $118k
Solar Engineer jobs in Bakersfield
10.1K openings · $124k
Solar Engineer jobs in Calgary
15.5K openings · $139k
Solar Engineer jobs in Edmonton
12.2K openings · $132k
Solar Engineer salary insights
Solar Engineer salary in Houston
$139k
Solar Engineer salary in Dallas
$135k
Solar Engineer salary in Midland
$130k
Solar Engineer salary in Denver
$139k
Solar Engineer salary in Pittsburgh
$124k
Solar Engineer salary in New Orleans
$118k
Solar Engineer salary in Bakersfield
$124k
Solar Engineer salary in Calgary
$139k
Solar Engineer salary in Edmonton
$132k
Hiring by energy industry
Oil & Gas Operators hiring Solar Engineers
National and international oil companies operating upstream, midstream, and downstream assets across the globe
Renewable Energy Developers hiring Solar Engineers
Solar, wind, storage, and hybrid renewables developers building utility-scale and C&I projects worldwide
Power Generation Companies hiring Solar Engineers
Independent power producers and utilities operating thermal, hydro, nuclear, and renewable generation portfolios
Nuclear Power Operators hiring Solar Engineers
Nuclear utilities and SMR developers operating existing fleets and building new-generation reactors
Solar Developers hiring Solar Engineers
Utility-scale and distributed solar developers, IPPs, and asset owners across global solar markets
Wind Farm Operators hiring Solar Engineers
Onshore and offshore wind farm developers, owners, and O&M operators worldwide
Utility Companies hiring Solar Engineers
Electric, gas, and water utilities operating generation, T&D, and customer-facing operations
Transmission System Operators hiring Solar Engineers
TSOs operating high-voltage transmission networks, interconnectors, and balancing markets
Distribution Utilities hiring Solar Engineers
DSOs and distribution companies operating MV/LV networks, smart meters, and customer connections
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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.