I’m excited to reveal the AMS Research Lab latest insights on the Energy, Engineering & Industrials Sector Landscape – 2025: a must-read for industry leaders.

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The latest AMS Research Lab report delivers a compelling, data-driven view of the seismic shifts transforming the energy, engineering, and industrial (EEI) sectors. As the world pivots toward clean energy, automation, and digital transformation, this report reveals that the future will be shaped as much by people as by technology.

Key Insights:

  • Clean Energy Surpasses Fossil Fuels: For the first time, clean energy jobs (34.8 million) now outnumber fossil fuel roles (32.6 million) globally. The sector added 2.5 million jobs in 2023 alone, with solar PV employing 4.5 million people worldwide.
  • Talent Crunch Intensifies: Nearly half of all engineering roles are expected to change within five years, and one in five engineers in advanced economies is nearing retirement. The US must fill 25,000 industrial engineering roles annually, while Germany and Japan face deficits of 320,000 and 700,000 engineers, respectively.
  • Skills in Demand: Employers are seeking talent that blends traditional engineering with digital, analytical, and sustainability skills. Demand for expertise in AI, automation, and green technologies is surging, while legacy skills are declining.
  • Changing Candidate Motivators: Salary remains important, but flexibility, career growth, and purpose are rising priorities. Apprenticeship applications have tripled since 2022, reflecting a shift toward hands-on, skills-based learning.

 

Why It Matters:
This report is a wake-up call for organizations: those that invest in digital and green skills, modernize their people strategies, and foster inclusive, purpose-led cultures will lead the next wave of industrial innovation. The data and expert perspectives make this essential reading for anyone shaping the future of the EEI sector

Call to Action:
Don’t get left behind – download the full report, share your thoughts, and join the conversation on how we can build a future-ready workforce for the energy, engineering, and industrial sectors. The transformation starts with you!

For further information, and if you would like to find out how AMS can support you with your talent challenges, please reach out directly to me at [email protected]