Features of the profession energy engineer

The profession of an engineer is highly sought after and interesting. Representatives of this specialty are respected in society. However, not everyone knows that there are a large number of highly specialized specialists who carry out their professional activities in the field of engineering. One such specialist is a power engineer. Today in our article we will talk more about the features of this specialty.

An energy engineer is a person who, in the course of his professional activity, designs, manufactures, and uses heat and power equipment (in connection with this, these specialists are often called heat power engineers). This specialty is most often chosen by young people who are interested in the exact sciences, such as physics and mathematics, as well as drawing.

Energy Engineer can apply his knowledge and skills in various areas of human life. For example, such specialists often work in boiler houses and thermal power plants, at power plants, in research institutes, at construction and industrial enterprises.

Before you finally connect your life with the profession of an energy engineer, it is necessary to carefully study all the characteristics and distinguishing features of this specialty. Like many other areas of human activity, the work of an energy engineer is associated not only with its advantages, but also with some disadvantages.Only with a full analysis of the pros and cons can a final decision be made.

First, consider the merits of this post.

When choosing this profession, it is necessary to take into account the fact that energy specialists are highly demanded in the modern personnel market of the Russian Federation. In almost every district of our country, there is a lack of these specialists. If you have received the appropriate education and apply for the position of an energy engineer, then you will not be left without work.

I must say that the salary level of specialists is quite different. It depends on a specific region (metropolitan specialists receive significantly more than provincial ones), as well as on their place of work (for example, in private firms you can earn much more than in state-owned firms). Besides, an important role is played by the level of qualification of the specialist, as well as his experience. For example, a person with a higher education and advanced training courses who has worked more than 5 years in this field can count on a rather high material reward for his work.

For completeness, you need to familiarize yourself with the shortcomings of the profession.

When finding a job as an energy engineer, it should be borne in mind that even despite the existence of a formal work schedule, situations may arise when you have to work an irregular number of hours. First of all, this factor must be taken into account for those people who have a family and small children.

Due to the shortage of specialists in the energy sector in some regions of our country, a large amount of work falls on existing specialists. This explains the previous drawback - irregular working hours.

An energy engineer carries out his work strictly in accordance with official documents. These include professional standard (or professional standard), as well as job description. It is these documents that contain a complete list of all tasks (as well as their full characteristics) that a specialist should perform in the course of his professional activity. It is important to note the fact that this profession is included in the Unified Tariff and Qualification Handbook of Jobs and Professions of Russian Workers (or ETKS). Let us consider in more detail what is involved and what the chief (or leading) specialist of the department at the enterprise does.

So, the direct functions of an energy engineer include:

• control over the supply and distribution of energy without any malfunctions or interruptions;
• conducting checks and (if necessary) setting up electrical systems and equipment;
• settlements;
• control over the use and waste of energy by different units and departments of the organization in which he works;
• development and implementation of measures aimed at modernizing and improving the processes of use, supply and distribution of energy;
• interaction with colleagues, superiors, as well as representatives of other enterprises;
• monitoring compliance with all necessary norms and standards;
• design of electrical and heating networks;
• compliance with labor protection requirements;
• preparation and completion of accounting and reporting documents, estimates;
• purchase of necessary equipment and much more.

This list of duties is not final. Depending on the specific place of work, as well as the wishes of the employer, some items may be added or deleted. Accordingly, before you get a job as a power engineer, you need to learn in detail about all the responsibilities in order to make sure that you are able to correctly and effectively fulfill them.

It is important to consider that for non-fulfillment or improper performance of his duties, the power engineer may be held liable (which is also provided by the job description). This responsibility can be diverse - from disciplinary to criminal.

In order for a specialist who occupies the position of an energy engineer to efficiently and professionally perform his functions, the employer puts forward a number of requirements for him, which relate to the necessary amount of knowledge and skills. Consider the main points:

• knowledge of regulatory legal acts, laws, by-laws of the Russian Federationthat regulate the standards for the operation of energy equipment (the same applies to intra-organization documents, for example, orders, charters, orders);
• knowledge and ability to put into practice all existing methods and methods of organizing energy management;
• knowledge of all technical and design characteristics of power equipment, as well as the rules and principles of its operation;
• skill troubleshoot and make repairs;
• skill to mount energy machines and mechanisms;
• application best practices of Russia and foreign countries regarding the economical use of energy resources;
• ability to compose and read specialized drawings.

The above list is basic, but not final. In order to stand out against the background of other job seekers during employment, as well as to further quickly move up the career ladder, it is desirable to have a large volume of professional skills, knowledge and skills.

On the other hand, it is necessary to take into account the fact that, in addition to professional requirements, the employer can put forward requirements for applicants that relate to personal characteristics and qualities.

An energy engineer is a person who needs to know a lot and be able to. Before applying for this position, you must undergo appropriate training. Depending on the specific place of work and the requirements of the employer, you may need to graduate from a higher or secondary specialized educational institution. In this case, you should pay attention to such areas of training as heat power engineering, heat engineering, nuclear physics, construction, electric power industry and other related specializations.

Depending on your chosen educational institution and training program, the period of education may vary, the minimum period is 3 years. Moreover, in the learning process, it is important to pay attention not only to theoretical training, but also to practices and internships. Thus, you will receive a full education and key skills that will become indispensable in the performance of your professional duties.

Sometimes basic education is not enough. This is especially true in cases where you want to move up the career ladder (for example, apply for the position of head of department or head of an enterprise). In such a situation, among other things, you need to take appropriate continuing education courses.