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Geothermal Engineer

Engineering & Industry

Geothermal engineers plan and implement geothermal energy projects in Switzerland. They conduct geological investigations, dimension ground probes and heat pumps, and develop sustainable energy sources from the Earth's interior.

Entry
~CHF 82'000
CHF 6'833/Mt.
Mid
~CHF 105'000
CHF 8'750/Mt.
Senior
~CHF 138'000
CHF 11'500/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education
LevelUniversity of Applied Sciences
Duration60 months

Your path to Geothermal Engineer

Secondary School

You are here

Decision
Apprenticeship + BMS → UASHigh School → UAS (with internship)FMS + Baccalaureate → UAS

Preparation

Vocational or specialized baccalaureate

3–5 years

University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor's degree

3 years

Optional: Master UAS

1.5–2 years

Career Start

Bachelor/Master

Starting salary: CHF 82'000/year

Academic Requirements
🔢 Mathematics8/10
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🔬 Science9/10
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💻 IT7/10
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🔧 Manual3/10
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🎨 Artistic3/10
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📊 Ratings
⚖️ Work-Life-Balance7/10
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🎨 Creativity5/10
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🤝 Social Contact5/10
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💪 Physical Demands3/10
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📈 Career Growth7/10
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🔮 Future Outlook7/10
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🔥 Demand (current)7/10
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AI Risk4/10
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