Wind Energy Engineers
Design underground or overhead wind farm collector systems and prepare and develop site specifications.
SOC: 17-2199.10
Common Job Titles
EngineerProject EngineerUtility EngineerWind Energy Consultant
What You'll Need to Succeed
AI-generatedKey competencies for this occupation at a glance
- KnowledgeDesign underground and overhead electrical collector systems for wind farms applying engineering principles, physics, and mathematics while using AutoCAD and power system analysis tools.Advanced
- KnowledgeFormulate technical strategies and design solutions for complex wind energy systems synthesizing data from multiple engineering disciplines under project constraints and timelines.Advanced
- KnowledgeEvaluate wind farm collector system designs for technical and regulatory compliance using advanced engineering analysis and power system modeling software in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.Proficient
- KnowledgeAnalyze wind resource data from meteorological stations and LIDAR systems using computational fluid dynamics software and GIS tools to determine optimal turbine placement.Proficient
- KnowledgeCalculate energy production estimates and system performance parameters using MATLAB, WindPRO, and mathematical modeling to support feasibility studies.Proficient
- KnowledgeAssess site specifications and environmental constraints integrating geographic, geotechnical, and regulatory data for wind farm development projects.Proficient
- KnowledgeInterpret electrical system simulations and power flow analysis results using PSCAD, PowerFactory, and other simulation tools to identify design improvements.Proficient
- MindsetAdvocate renewable energy best practices and technical standards when communicating with external stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and client organizations.Proficient
- MindsetIntegrate client needs with technical feasibility and environmental considerations through collaborative consultation and project coordination activities.Proficient
- Hands-onOperate wind measurement equipment and data acquisition systems including anemometers, SODAR, and dataloggers in field environments to collect meteorological data.Developing
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Wind Energy Engineers (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
150,750
Wage Distribution by Percentile
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $62,840 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $183,510 |
| Workers on average earn | $121,720 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Engineering and Technology4.8/5
- Mathematics4.4/5
- Design4.4/5
- Physics4.2/5
- English Language4.1/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
Amazon Web Services AWS softwareApache Subversion SVNAutodesk AutoCADBentley MicroStationC#C++Dassault Systemes SolidWorksESRI ArcGIS softwareExtensible markup language XMLGitJUnitLinuxMicrosoft .NET FrameworkMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft ProjectMicrosoft SQL ServerMicrosoft VisioMicrosoft Visual BasicMicrosoft Visual StudioMicrosoft WordOracle JavaPythonStructured query language SQLTableauThe MathWorks MATLABUNIX
Technology Skills
ANSYS simulation softwareApache AntComputational fluid dynamics CFD softwareDIgSILENT PowerFactoryEMD International WindPROESRI ArcGIS Spatial AnalystESRI ArcInfoEnterprise resource planning ERP software
Tools & Equipment
Barometric pressure sensorsCup anemometersDataloggersDesktop computersDigital still camerasDigital video camerasElectronic temperature sensorsHandheld global positioning system GPS units