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Solar Designer

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April 29, 2024 4 minute read

Solar Designers are responsible for the design and engineering of solar power systems. They work with clients to determine their energy needs and then design a system that will meet those needs. Solar Designers must be familiar with a variety of solar technologies, as well as with building codes and regulations. They must also be able to work independently and as part of a team. Solar Designers typically have a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field.

Education

Solar Designers typically have a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field. Coursework in physics, mathematics, and computer science is also beneficial. Some Solar Designers also have a master's degree in engineering or a related field.

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Salaries for Solar Designer

City

25th Percentile

50th Percentile

75th Percentile

Median

New York

$104,000

$137,000

$185,000

$137,000

San Francisco

$90,000

$115,000

$149,000

$115,000

Seattle

$73,000

$91,000

$121,000

$91,000

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City

25th Percentile

50th Percentile

75th Percentile

Median

New York

$104,000

$137,000

$185,000

$137,000

San Francisco

$90,000

$115,000

$149,000

$115,000

Seattle

$73,000

$91,000

$121,000

$91,000

Austin

$74,000

$95,000

$124,000

$95,000

Toronto

$83,000

$106,000

$137,000

$106,000

London

£63,000

£72,000

£86,000

£72,000

Paris

€38,000

€45,000

€52,000

€45,000

Berlin

€53,000

€63,000

€83,000

€63,000

Tel Aviv

₪74,600

₪86,200

₪109,400

₪86,200

Singapore

S$88,000

S$133,000

S$163,000

S$133,000

Beijing

¥75,000

¥94,000

¥118,000

¥94,000

Shanghai

¥146,000

¥185,000

¥229,000

¥185,000

Bengalaru

₹360,000

₹580,000

₹910,000

₹580,000

Delhi

₹265,000

₹536,000

₹850,000

₹536,000

Bars indicate relevance. All salaries presented are estimates. Completion of this course does not guarantee or imply job placement or career outcomes.

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