at the heart
of Environmental
challenges
A PROGRAM THAT OFFERS EXCITING AND DIVERSE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES TO DESIGN, DEVELOP, AND MANAGE THE ENERGY SYSTEMS OF THE FUTURE
As an energy engineer, you will become a versatile professional, essential across a wide range of industries. Your expertise will contribute to solving complex challenges and innovating how we produce and use energy resources. Whether in energy, industry, transportation, or construction, your role will be central.
You will most often work for large corporations, in design offices, research and development, or operations. You may also pursue careers in consulting, in fields as varied as environmental protection, resource management, or energy policy.
Rencontre avec Flora Vernerey (ENSEM Promo 2022), doctorante rattachée au département CID
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Rencontre avec Flora Vernerey (ENSEM Promo 2022), doctorante rattachée au département CID
Flora Vernerey est en première année de thèse au CRAN sous la direction de Pierre Riedinger et Jamal Daafouz. Elle est rattachée au département CID. Dans cette vidéo, elle nous explique son sujet de thèse et raconte sa vie de doctorante.
Energy
Degree
Program available as a full-time student or through a work-study pathway
Mechanical Engineering, Digital Sciences, Electrical Engineering
TRAINING OBJECTIVES
The Energy Degree at ENSEM trains experts to meet the demands of the energy industry and to shape a sustainable, resilient, and ethical energy future.
It provides comprehensive training in mechanics, electrical engineering, and digital sciences. The goal is to equip students with the knowledge and skills to design energy production, transportation, and storage systems, and to improve the energy efficiency of industrial or transportation systems in order to reduce their environmental impact.
Students are also exposed to emerging technologies through projects and applied studies, preparing them for innovation challenges in the ever-evolving energy landscape.
The curriculum includes an international dimension with a seventeen-week experience abroad, as well as management training. Internships and regular industry guest lectures ensure professional opportunities and immersion in the industrial world.
Driving and Supporting the Energy and Societal Transition
With its expertise in Mechanics, Electrical Engineering, and Digital Sciences, ENSEM is perfectly positioned to lead the way in the energy transition.
Its training program is fully aligned with this mission.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
• Optimizing industrial processes
• Electrification (transportation systems, industry)
• The vehicle of the future
• Eco-design and life cycle analysis
ENERGY PRODUCTION,
TRANSPORT, DISTRIBUTION,
AND STORAGE
• Energy conversion (fluids, thermal systems, electric machines, converters)
• Renewable energies, hydrogen, and nuclear power
• Energy networks
• Storage technologies
ENERGY SYSTEMS OPERATION
• Monitoring and controlling energy systems
• Operational safety
• Diagnostics and surveillance
• AI and data analysis
Careers and Professional Opportunities
Energy engineers from ENSEM play a vital role in building a sustainable energy future. They are versatile professionals, essential across many industries. Their technical expertise, creativity, and commitment make them the architects of our transition to a cleaner, more efficient, and environmentally responsible world. As guardians of our energy future, they contribute to preserving the planet for generations to come.
Career paths are diverse: they work with energy suppliers, in industries like automotive, aerospace, and rail transport, environmental sectors, research and development, or even launch their own startups.
A Highly Sought-After Degree :
• 93% of ENSEM graduates find a job within six weeks of graduating, with 64% securing positions directly after their internships.
• Average starting salary: €37,000 gross annually
Common Roles :
Renewable Energy Engineer, Energy Efficiency Engineer, Thermal Energy Engineer, Electrical Energy Engineer, Energy Management Engineer, Energy Consultant, Research & Development Engineer
Energy Engineering
Training Program
As a Full-Time Student
together,
let’s invent
our future
The program is organized into semesters and runs over five semesters at the school (S5 to S9), followed by a six-month internship in a company (S10).
1st Year (S5 & S6)
• Core fundamental sciences for engineers.
• Core applied sciences (Electrical Engineering, Fluid and Solid Mechanics, Digital Sciences).
• Core economics, humanities, and social sciences (communication, foreign languages, occupational health and safety, entrepreneurship, professional project preparation).
• 1st-year internship: introduction to the workplace.
• Languages: English + another foreign language: Spanish, German, Italian, Chinese, French for foreign learners etc.
• Group projects.
• Exploration of engineering careers through meetings and talks led by industry professionals.
• Introduction to the business world through company visits.
• Exposure to research via the school’s six partner laboratories.
2nd Year (S7 & S8)
• Core fundamental sciences for engineers.
• Core applied sciences (Electrical Engineering, Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Digital Sciences).
• Core economics, humanities, and social sciences (communication, foreign languages, occupational health and safety, entrepreneurship, professional project preparation).
• Specializations offered from S8, including:
Nuclear, Hydrogen, Electric Mobility, Smart Autonomous Transport, Mechanical Engineering for Transport, Energy Conversion and Networks (electric and thermal), Energy System Control, Process Energy Engineering.
• Optional 2-month internship.
• Languages: English + another foreign language: Spanish, German, Italian, Chinese, French for foreign learners etc.
• Group projects
• Career exploration via meetings and talks with industry leaders
• Business world discovery through company visits
• Research exposure supported by the school’s six partner labs
3rd Year (S9 & S10)
• Economics, humanities, and social sciences (management sciences, communication, languages, career integration).
• Specializations by choice (S9):
Nuclear, Hydrogen, Electric Mobility, Smart Autonomous Transport, Mechanical Engineering for Transport, Energy Conversion and Networks (electric and thermal), Energy System Control, Process Energy Engineering.
• 6-month internship in a company (S10).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost of the program?
Tuition fees for the 2025/2026 academic year are as follows:
• Students from the European Union:
– Non-scholarship students: €628
– Scholarship students: €0
– Full waiver for students enrolled through an exchange or dual-degree agreement with an ENSEM partner university.
The Student and Campus Life Contribution (CVEC) is €105.
• Non-EU Students:
– Full waiver for students enrolled through an exchange or dual-degree agreement with an ENSEM partner university.
– €628 for students coming from CPGE competitive exams.
– €3,941 for other non-EU students who don’t fall under the cases mentioned above.
The Student and Campus Life Contribution (CVEC) is €105.
How many weeks of international mobility do I need to complete?
17 weeks during the initial training program.
Energy Engineering Program
Work-Study Track
Apprenticeship
TOGETHER,
LET’S INVENT
OUR FUTURE
In partnership with:
What is the Apprentice Engineer Track ?
The work-study track allows students to combine academic studies with hands-on professional experience in a company. Apprenticeship contracts typically last 3 years and are formal employment agreements signed by both the student and the company, where the student has full employee status throughout the program.
Employers highly value graduates from this track, as they enter the job market with both advanced technical skills and extensive, practical experience directly applicable to their field.
Apprentice engineers earn a salary that may reach up to 80% of France’s legal minimum wage (SMIC). Like any employee, they are entitled to vacation time and must meet company attendance and workplace obligations, both during their time in the company and while attending school.
Each engineering school manages its own admission process for apprenticeship programs, typically involving a review of the candidate’s academic file and an interview.
A DEGREE IDENTICAL TO THE FULL-TIME TRACK.
The ENSEM apprenticeship program (FISA track) leads to the same degree as the full-time (FISE) program. However, the structure of the program differs due to the alternating schedule: approximately one month in school followed by one month in the company (62 weeks at school and 79 weeks in the company over 3 years).
The curriculum is more generalist during the first two years compared to the FISE program (which offers 3 semesters of core curriculum). Despite the different structure, the academic content remains equivalent. The FISA program uses a different system of course units to allow flexibility and balance for students with diverse academic backgrounds prior to joining the school.
Starting from Semester 9, FISA students select specialization modules that are shared with the FISE program. However, due to the alternating rhythm, the range of choices is slightly more limited, and the proportion of core courses remains higher. Companies hosting apprentices are consulted to help determine the specialization modules chosen by the students.
The in-company training focuses on real-world professional situations, as well as the development of key engineering skills such as methodology, communication, project management, and leadership.
1st Year (S5 & S6)
• Core curriculum in engineering fundamentals.
• Core curriculum in applied sciences (Electrical Engineering, Fluid and Solid Mechanics, Digital Sciences).
• Core curriculum in economics, humanities, and social sciences (Communication, Foreign Languages, Occupational Health and Safety, Entrepreneurship, Career Planning, etc.).
• Choice of foreign languages: English (mandatory), plus a second language (Spanish or German).
• Project-based learning.
• Exposure to engineering professions through meetings and lectures led by industry professionals.
• Insight into the business world through company visits.
• Introduction to research via the school’s 6 partner laboratories.
2nd Year (S7 & S8)
• Core curriculum in engineering fundamentals.
• Core curriculum in applied sciences (Electrical Engineering, Digital Sciences, Fluid Mechanics, Energy Systems Modeling, Energy Networks).
• Core curriculum in economics, humanities, and social sciences.
• Choice of foreign languages: English (mandatory), plus a second language (Spanish or German).
• Projects and professional exposure.
• Business world immersion and research discovery.
3rd Year (S9 & S10)
• Economics, humanities, and social sciences.
• Specialization through skill blocks (Semester 9):
Electrical Engineering, Digital Sciences, Fluid Mechanics, Energy Systems Modeling, Energy Networks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost of the program?
Apprenticeship training is funded by the OPCO (Skills Operator) affiliated with the company employing the apprentice.
There are no registration fees for apprentices or work-study students under a professional training contract.
How many weeks of international mobility do I need to complete?
9 weeks during the apprenticeship program.