All 31 energy & utilities roles
Energy & Utilities Roles
These are the 31 energy and utilities role types GlobalCybers places. Trade worker roles (electricians, linemen) are under Skilled Trades. All salary figures from BLS OEWS May 2025.
RoleKey credentialsMedian salaryReq. cert
Power Systems Engineer
Electrical grid management systems planning
PMP required 10+ yrs exp
$102,500
PMP
Substation Technician
Substation equipment maintenance and repair
NABCEP preferred field experience
$84,320
NABCEP
Pipeline Inspector
Pipeline inspection safety compliance
API 1169 required 5+ yrs exp
$90,780
API 1169
Plant Operator
Power plant operations process monitoring
PE preferred 8+ yrs exp
$99,640
PE
Transmission Line Worker
Installation and maintenance of power lines
Journeyman Lineman field experience
$85,000
Journeyman
Renewable Energy Consultant
Renewable energy project consulting
LEED AP preferred project experience
$92,000
LEED AP
Utility Manager
Utility management operations oversight
MBA preferred utility experience
$110,000
MBA
Energy Analyst
Energy usage analysis and efficiency
CEM preferred 5+ yrs exp
$88,200
CEM
Showing 15 of 31 energy roles. Salary data: BLS OEWS May 2025, SOC 17-2081 (Energy Engineers). Role-level medians vary by specialization. View all open energy & utilities jobs →
Salary data — BLS OEWS May 2025
Energy & Utilities Salary by Role
All salary data from BLS OEWS, May 2025 reference period. Energy Engineer (SOC 17-2081) is the primary BLS code for this industry group.
Power Systems Engineer
SOC 17-2081 national BLS 2025
$102,500
Median annual $49.28/hr
$60K (P10)$165K+ (P90)
Substation Technician Top States
BLS state data SOC 17-2081
California$120,000
Texas$115,000
New York$110,000
Florida$108,000
Illinois$105,000
Certifications — what each energy & utilities role needs
Energy & Utilities Certifications GlobalCybers Verifies
These are the certifications most commonly required for energy and utilities roles. GlobalCybers verifies all of these against the issuing body before a candidate appears on your shortlist.
PMP Project Management Professional
Project Management Institute (PMI)
Required for most project management roles in energy. 36 months of project lead experience required. $555 non-member exam. 60 PDUs per 3-year cycle for renewal.
Full PMP guide CEM Certified Energy Manager
Association of Energy Engineers (AEE)
Standard for energy efficiency roles. Requires 3 years of energy-related experience. $400 exam fee. 3-year renewal cycle.
Full CEM guide NABCEP Solar PV Installer
North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners
Credential for solar energy professionals. Requires experience in solar installation and design. $500 exam fee. 3-year renewal.
Full NABCEP guide API 1169 Pipeline Construction Inspector
American Petroleum Institute
Certification for pipeline inspection. Requires knowledge of pipeline construction and safety standards. $375 exam fee. 3-year renewal.
Full API 1169 guide Energy & Utilities jobs by city
Top US Energy & Utilities Markets Jobs & Salary
These cities have the highest energy employment and the strongest demand for experienced energy engineers, plant operators, and technicians.
Houston, TX
Texas Harris County
$98K$132K
Engineer range oil & gas + renewables
Dallas / Fort Worth, TX
Texas DFW Metroplex
$92K$125K
Engineer range power grid + renewables
Chicago, IL
Illinois Cook County
$105K$140K
Engineer range utilities + renewables
New York City, NY
New York 5 boroughs
$120K$155K
Engineer range grid modernization
Los Angeles, CA
California LA County
$115K$150K
Engineer range renewables + grid
Atlanta, GA
Georgia Fulton County
$90K$120K
Engineer range growing market
GlobalCybers staffs energy & utilities roles in all 50 states. View all energy & utilities staffing agency locations →
Market context — 2026
The US Energy & Utilities Labor Market in 2026
The BLS projects energy and utilities employment to grow 11% from 2024 to 2034 faster than the national average of 4%.
Renewable energy & grid modernization
The expansion of renewable energy projects, grid modernization, and energy efficiency upgrades are driving demand for experienced Power Systems Engineers and Plant Operators with technical backgrounds.
Utility-scale renewables
Utility-scale solar and wind projects are experiencing a boom, particularly in California and Texas, absorbing experienced Substation Technicians and Pipeline Inspectors in markets with a focus on sustainability.
Energy management & sustainability mandates
Energy efficiency and management mandates are expanding in public-sector contracts. Energy Analysts and Utility Managers with active CEM credentials are commanding 1220% salary premiums in commercial markets.
For companies trying to hire in this environment, the credential verification step is the bottleneck not the candidate sourcing. GlobalCybers resolves this by verifying PMP, CEM, NABCEP, API 1169, and PE credentials against their issuing bodies before the candidate name reaches the employer.
Frequently asked questions
Energy & Utilities Industry FAQs
What is the difference between the Energy & Utilities industry and Skilled Trades on GlobalCybers?
On GlobalCybers, Energy & Utilities covers engineering and technical roles Power Systems Engineers, Substation Technicians, Pipeline Inspectors, Plant Operators, Utility Managers, and Energy Analysts. Skilled Trades covers the licensed trade workers who work in these industries Electricians, Linemen, Welders.
What does a Power Systems Engineer earn in 2026?
The BLS median annual wage for Energy Engineers (SOC 17-2081) is $102,500 nationally per BLS OEWS May 2025. In the highest-paying states: California ($120,000), Texas ($115,000), New York ($110,000), Florida ($108,000). In Illinois, experienced Engineers often earn $105,000$140,000.
Does PMP certification expire?
At the federal level, the PMP certification does not expire. However, most energy employers and project owners require credential renewal every 3 years as a condition of continued employment. GlobalCybers always confirms PMP recency as well as certification validity when screening energy candidates.
How does GlobalCybers place energy roles differently from a traditional agency?
Three key differences: (1) Credential verification before shortlist every PMP, CEM, NABCEP, API 1169, and PE is confirmed against the issuing body before you see the candidate. (2) Flat $2,999/month retainer no per-hire fee. (3) 90-day written replacement guarantee included in your retainer, not an add-on.
What trends are impacting the energy and utilities job market?
The energy and utilities industry is experiencing a significant shift towards renewable sources such as solar and wind, alongside grid modernization efforts. This transition is creating new opportunities and increasing demand for engineers and technicians equipped with specialized skills in these areas.