Professional career path for energy storage

Is the energy sector a good career path?

Then the energy sector can be a great career path for you. It can take you to places where you can make a difference in the real world. The work culture around the world is changing, and there is a greater emphasis on factors such as inclusion and diversity. Companies in the energy sector have shown considerable progress in this regard.

What makes field a great energy storage company?

The energy storage industry is no exception. At Field, they are the glue that holds us together - whether that’s by bringing new talent into the business, negotiating contracts or ensuring we have a strong balance sheet. They’re absolutely essential to the Field business, enabling us to do the work we do.

What makes the energy storage industry so interesting?

The energy storage industry is still fairly young compared to others like wind or solar. This means it’s rapidly growing, changing and innovating (part of what makes working in the industry so interesting).

Why do energy storage companies need a strong finance team?

Regardless of which sector they’re working in, businesses need strong finance, legal and people teams. The energy storage industry is no exception. At Field, they are the glue that holds us together - whether that’s by bringing new talent into the business, negotiating contracts or ensuring we have a strong balance sheet.

What role does technology play in energy storage?

Technology has a very important role to play in energy storage and has been instrumental in getting the industry to where it is now. That said, we’re still learning and solving complex problems each day. This means the industry needs software developers and data scientists, along with machine learning and optimisation experts.

What career paths does hydropower offer?

Hydropower also offers a range of career paths in engineering, professional, management, and administrative roles. Learn more about degreed and vocational hydropower jobs using the career map below. A text version of the career map is also available. Want to learn more about hydropower? Check out OpenEI's STEM for Hydropower page.