Following are a list of current job announcements which are directly and indirectly related to the solar industry here in the state of Washington and the surrounding region. This list is updated often.

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Read the recent report from the Clean Energy Transition Institute and find out how existing and future jobs would change if the Northwest were on the path to net-zero emissions. If you are new to the field, check out the Solar Career Map showing 40 among many career options in the expanding solar universe, along with paths to progress within any of these solar-related occupations, or necessary skills and credentials to advance between them. 

Recent Opportunities:

The King County Executive Office is seeking a Embodied Carbon Program Manager. This hybrid position (3 days in office in Seattle) is crucial for supporting the implementation of key building decarbonization and clean energy programs at King County. (closes 5/20/2025)

The Northwest Energy Coalition is seeking an Executive Director.  This position, residing in Seattle or Portland with regular presence in the office, will lead visioning and strategic planning, inspire leadership and team development, collaborate to diversify funding and expand outreach.    (closes 5/11/2025)

The Washington Department of Commerce is seeking a Managing Director, Energy Programs in Communities (WMS 3). This position, to be located anywhere within Washington State, though travel to attend events or meetings may be required, leads a team of 30-40 professionals administering state and federal funding focused on improving access to renewable energy and efficient technologies, increasing community resiliency, reducing energy burden, and advancing environmental justice initiatives. (closes 5/8/2025) 

Front and Centered is looking for a Climate and Clean Energy Policy Lead who will drive their advocacy efforts to advance an equitable and inclusive energy future for all. This full time position, a hybrid in-person/remote position based in Washington State, will work as part of a collaborative cross sector team and our statewide membership to advance our hashtag#JustTransition agenda for hashtag#ClimateJustice and hashtag#EnvironmentalJustice. (apply by May 2, 2025)

The Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (UTC) is seeking to fill three (3) Regulatory Analyst 3 positions within the Energy Planning Section of the Regulatory Services Division.  These hybrid (must reside in Washington and report to Lacey HQ) expert-level positions support the agency’s mission by providing technical analysis and recommendations with respect to energy planning, implementation, and the acquisition of clean energy resources at the lowest reasonable cost. (closes 4/29/2025)

The Energy Trust of Oregon is looking for an Operations Specialist - Renewable Energy & Community Solar to support the Oregon Community Solar Program and our renewable energy sector by improving program operations, coordinating incentive processes and ensuring efficiency in project implementation. (apply by April 10, 2025)

Renewable Northwest is seeking a Summer Intern: Renewable Energy Economic Impact Research. Renewable Northwest offers an internship to those seeking experience in renewable energy advocacy. (closes April 20th, 2025)

Sparks Northwest seeks a Communications & Development Manager. This position, located in Washington or Oregon, will help us tell our story to raise awareness, cultivate existing supporters and secure new funding to support Sparks vision of a PNW where clean energy is abundant and its benefits are shared equitably. (Apply by March 7, but open till filled)

Washington Dept. of Commerce is seeking a Senior Energy Policy Specialist (Energy Efficiency and Demand Response).  This position, open at multiple locations statewide, WA, serves as division and agency lead on developing, analyzing and advocating policy positions advancing implementation of energy efficiency, demand response, and grid connectivity applications in the built environment.  (closes on 3/25/2025)

Educational & Workforce Development Opportunities 

There are several clean energy and other related educational programs at institutions throughout Washington as well as nationwide. Click for a listing of programs. 

Solar Washington Webinar Presentation-Working in Solar: Job Types at a Solar Installer

In this presentation from January 15, 2021, Working in Solar: Job Types at a Solar Installer, Solar Washington Board member Kevin Moens (also of Seattle, WA based A&R Solar) outlined the types of positions commonly found within a solar installation company. From design, installation, finance to marketing and more  Kevin provided this one-hour overview of positions, needed skills, education and more. Click to access the webinar recording. (Free to view, but registration required.)

Solar Washington Webinar Presentation-Working in Solar: Job Types and Functions at a Utility

In this presentation from February 2, 2021, Working in Solar: Job Types and Functions at a Utility, Solar Washington welcomed Bart Hansen of Clark PUD and Suzy Oversvee of Snohomish PUD (both of whom are Solar Washington Board members), who discussed solar-related jobs and activities at their respective utilities as well as insights into skills and education needed for various solar-related roles at a utility. Click to access the webinar recording. (Free to view, but registration required.)