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How much do renewable energy trading jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for renewable energy trading in the United States is $58,090.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,000.00 and $57,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is renewable energy trading?

A Renewable Energy Trading job involves buying and selling renewable energy resources, such as solar, wind, and hydro power, in energy markets. Traders analyze market trends, forecast prices, and negotiate contracts to optimize profitability while ensuring compliance with regulations. They work with utilities, independent power producers, and corporate buyers to balance supply and demand. The role requires knowledge of energy markets, risk management, and sustainability policies.

What skills and qualifications are needed for renewable energy trading?

To thrive in Renewable Energy Trading, you need strong analytical skills, in-depth knowledge of energy markets, and a relevant degree such as finance, economics, or engineering. Familiarity with energy trading platforms, risk management systems, and certifications like the Energy Risk Professional (ERP) are highly valuable. Exceptional communication, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to work under pressure set top performers apart in this field. These skills ensure effective market analysis, risk mitigation, and successful collaboration in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

What are common challenges in renewable energy trading?

Professionals in Renewable Energy Trading often navigate rapidly changing market conditions, volatile pricing, and evolving regulations, which require constant monitoring and quick decision-making. Collaborating closely with analysts, operations teams, and regulatory specialists is essential to ensure compliance and optimize trading strategies. The role frequently involves handling high-stakes transactions and managing risk, which can be demanding but also rewarding for those who enjoy a fast-paced environment. Over time, gaining expertise in emerging technologies and expanding one's network can open doors to senior trading or risk management roles within the energy industry.

How much do renewable energy traders make?

Renewable energy traders typically earn between $60,000 and $120,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and the size of the company. Senior traders or those working in major markets can earn higher salaries, often supplemented with bonuses based on trading performance.

Is energy trading a good career?

Energy trading is a competitive field that offers opportunities for high earning potential and requires strong analytical skills, market knowledge, and understanding of energy markets. Professionals often work in fast-paced environments, utilizing tools like trading platforms and data analysis software, and may need relevant certifications. It can be a rewarding career for those interested in finance, commodities, and renewable energy markets.
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Infographic showing various Renewable Energy Trading job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,090 per year, or $27.9 per hour.

Engineer - Renewable Energy & Energy Storage

Intertek

Cortland, NY • On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 78 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Engineer-Renewable Energy & Energy Storage - Cortland, New York

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking Engineers to join our Renewable Energy & Energy Storage team in Cortland, New York. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in facilitating international trade and regulatory product testing. 

Intertek's Electrical business line applies more than 100 years of product testing expertise to quickly and efficiently help clients meet safety, performance, environmental and quality requirements for every market. Spanning a wide range of industries such as Medical, Lighting, Renewable Energy, HVACR, Appliances & Electronics, Hazardous Locations, Industrial Equipment, Life Safety & Security, IT & Telecom Equipment, Intertek's global network of laboratories employ world-class experts in their fields who deliver quality, accurate testing and certification that continually exceeds our clients' expectations and helps to clear a path for their product's success. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

What are we looking for?

The Engineer is responsible for performing testing and evaluation on electrical storage and renewable energy products to the provisions of U.S., Canadian and other international product safety standards; writing reports; and communicating with clients. Under the guidance of a more senior Engineer, may also conduct on and off-site evaluation of products to determine compliance with applicable standard(s).

Salary & Benefits Information

The base wage or salary range for this position is $70,000 - $75,000. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons. 

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more. 

What you'll do:

  • Read and determine applicability of national codes and standards clauses for the EUT (equipment under test).
  • Validate the project scope and sample applicability.
  • Set up and operate EUT; perform and document simple repairs on EUT as needed.
  • Perform testing of products in accordance with standards.
  • Complete preliminary design reviews (PDR) both on and off site.
  • Develop, set up, and follow established test plans.
  • Compile test results during construction review and testing. Compile data and product description and type final report using established report shell. Submit report to reviewer for final approval.
  • Communicate project status and test results to client, sales personnel, and management throughout testing.
  • Provide on-going support to clients as needed.
  • Within policy guidelines, identify, properly document, and recommend engineering judgments.

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties. 

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering
  • No experience required - recent college grads considered
  • Valid unrestricted driver's license and reliable driving record
  • Microsoft Office expertise
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent organization and time management skills
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Must be self-motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
  • Ability to make technical decisions and engineering judgments independently within established parameters
  • Ability to travel as business needs dictate (up to 50%)

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
  • Demonstrated experience with U.S., Canadian, and other international product safety standards
  • Prior project management experience in a work setting
  • Experience in Renewable Energy
  • Experience in energy storage systems, inverters, power conversion systems

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers' expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek's network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email intertekhrusa@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. 

Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life. Backed by 125 years' experience, Intertek's Electrical team provides assurance, testing, inspection and certification for a variety of electric products, including appliances, consumer electronics, lighting, medical devices, information communications technology, HVACR, industrial, and energy transmission and distribution. Our dedicated professionals help ensure the quality, safety, and sustainability of electrical products used by people throughout the world.

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