Energy Engineers, Except Wind and Solar
Design, develop, or evaluate energy-related projects or programs to reduce energy costs or improve energy efficiency during the designing, building, or remodeling stages of construction. May specialize in electrical systems; heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems; green buildings; lighting; air quality; or energy procurement.
- Tasks
- 21 tasks20 core, 1 supplemental
- Family
- Architecture & EngineeringOne of its 59 occupations
- Code
- 17-2199.03SOC 2018: 17-2199
What the work is made of
20 core tasks and 1 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.
Core: central to the jobSupplemental: done by some, not all
- Task 1. Identify and recommend energy savings strategies to achieve more energy-efficient operation.Core taskTask 20854Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016
- Task 2. Conduct energy audits to evaluate energy use and to identify conservation and cost reduction measures.Core taskTask 20855Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016
- Task 3. Monitor and analyze energy consumption.Core taskTask 18156Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016
- Task 4. Monitor energy related design or construction issues, such as energy engineering, energy management, or sustainable design.Core taskTask 20856Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016
- Task 5. Inspect or monitor energy systems, including heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) or daylighting systems to determine energy use or potential energy savings.Core taskTask 18150Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016
- Task 6. Advise clients or colleagues on topics such as climate control systems, energy modeling, data logging, sustainable design, or energy auditing.Core taskTask 20857Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016
- Task 7. Analyze, interpret, or create graphical representations of energy data, using engineering software.Core taskTask 18159Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016
- Task 8. Verify energy bills and meter readings.Core taskTask 20858Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016
- Task 9. Collect data for energy conservation analyses, using jobsite observation, field inspections, or sub-metering.Core taskTask 20859Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016
- Task 10. Manage the development, design, or construction of energy conservation projects to ensure acceptability of budgets and time lines, conformance to federal and state laws, or adherence to approved specifications.Core taskTask 18151Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016
- Task 11. Perform energy modeling, measurement, verification, commissioning, or retro-commissioning.Core taskTask 18148Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016
- Task 12. Review architectural, mechanical, or electrical plans or specifications to evaluate energy efficiency.Core taskTask 20860Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016
- Task 13. Prepare energy-related project reports or related documentation.Core taskTask 20861Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016
- Task 14. Review or negotiate energy purchase agreements.Core taskTask 18165Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016
- Task 15. Train personnel or clients on topics such as energy management.Core taskTask 18166Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016
- Task 16. Direct the implementation of energy management projects.Core taskTask 20862Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016
- Task 17. Research renewable or alternative energy systems or technologies, such as solar thermal or photovoltaic energy.Core taskTask 20863Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016
- Task 18. Promote awareness or use of alternative or renewable energy sources.Core taskTask 18157Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016
- Task 19. Write or install energy management routines for building automation systems.Core taskTask 19648Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016
- Task 20. Recommend best fuel for specific sites or circumstances.Core taskTask 20864Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016
- Task 21. Consult with construction or renovation clients or other engineers on topics such as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) or Green Buildings.Supplemental taskTask 18149Rated by 22 occupational experts, July 2016
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How we copy and credit sources- Published byO*NET 29.0, U.S. Department of LaborEmployment and Training Administration
- ClassificationStandard Occupational Classification 2018, 17-2199
- LicenseCC BY 4.0Free to copy and reuse, with credit
- Changed by usNothing.
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