Is being a wind energy engineer a good fit for you?
Designs the cables and layouts that carry power from wind turbines, and prepares plans for wind farm sites.
What the work involves
- Creates and updates wind farm layouts, plans and drawings.
- Recommends changes to make wind turbines work better, cost less and follow the rules.
- Builds models to plan wind farm roads, crane areas, cables and power stations.
- Gives technical support to people designing prototype wind turbines.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be hands-on and curious. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
- Security. Steady work in a well-run organisation.
- Achievement. Progress, recognition, ambitious goals.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
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