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With the promotion of the energy transition, therenewable energy professions are very much in demand. More students are looking for a career in the field, and many professionals are also looking to retrain. But why exactly? Is it really such a promising sector? That’s what we’ll explain in the following lines.
In summary:
- Therenewable energy sector is promoted in particular as part of the drive for energy transition.
- A career inrenewable energy is rewarding.
- This is a fairly new field, with a large number of promising careers.
- A career in renewable energy means working in a dynamic, fast-moving, multidisciplinary sector.
Why would you want to work in the renewable energy sector?
Lately, the international news has been full of stories about the harmful effects of climate change and environmental degradation. Global pollution mitigation is becoming a necessity, and among the measures adopted, the energy transition is becoming a priority.
The aim is to gradually replace fossil fuels with renewable energies known to be less polluting. Many other fashionable fields revolve around this sector, including the conservation of biodiversity and natural landscapes, the environment and sustainable development.
Working in the renewable energies sector means you’ll thrive in a dynamic environment with worldwide appeal. The possibilities for advancement in these different professions can be extended internationally, making them the professions of the future.
By working in the renewable energies sector, you can also take pride in a rewarding job that involves doing something for nature. So, if you’re ambitious and want to help restore the climate conditions of yesteryear, this is a sector where you can do research.
What are the renewable energy professions?
As the sector is multidisciplinary,renewable energy professions are highly varied. All you have to do is identify which of the related branches interest you most. It’s also a good idea to identify which part of the maneuvering required inrenewable energy projects you particularly want to ensure.
Among other things, there are a large number of technician positions in therenewable energy sector, among which you can opt for :
- Energy Operations Technician ;
- Wind turbine maintenance technician ;
- Thermal technician ;
- Controls technician ;
- Thermal and climatic installation fitter ;
- Technical agent for fluid networks.
In therenewable energy sector, engineering professions are also highly prized and taught at numerous engineering schools. By integrating them, you can become, in particular :
- Renewable energy engineer ;
- Design engineer in renewable energies and energy efficiency ;
- Thermal engineer.
If you prefer to advise or supervise teams in the implementation ofrenewable energy projects, you can become a project leader or manager.
What qualities do you need to work in the renewable energy sector?
There are a number of qualities you absolutely must have if you want to work and break into the renewable energies sector. For the most important ones, you must :
- critical thinking and attention to detail;
- be rigorous and precise in the way you work;
- know how to work in a team and manage one if you are a manager ;
- be responsive and autonomous;
- have a good professional conscience ;
- be respectful of the environment and nature;
- have an interest in international news, especially concerning climate change, the environment and society.
What studies are needed for a career in renewable energy?
Depending on your ambitions and goals, you can choose from a wide range of courses to work in therenewable energy sector.
If you’re in a hurry to enter the world of work and invest in your professional experience, choose a short cycle. You can take a DUT or a BTS, which generally take 2 years to complete. Many courses also take 3 years to complete after the baccalauréat, as part of a license or bachelor’s degree.
If you want to deepen your knowledge in a specific field related to renewable energies, you can go all the way to Bac + 5 and take a Master’s degree.
What renewable energy-related courses are offered at ECE?
If you want a career in renewable energies, one of the best options is to enroll in a specialized school or engineering college. On theECE website, you’ll find all kinds of programs to help you enter the renewable energy professions.
Our school offers, among other things, an engineering cycle at the end of which you can obtain the title of engineer. Among the majors available, the Energy & Environment Major is particularly interesting for training in the renewable energies sector.
We also offer you the opportunity to follow an MSc Sustainable energy futures program at our school to obtain a diploma at bac + 5 level. If you have any specific questions about our programs, don’t hesitate to visit the FAQ section of our website.