Industry Pathways: Energy Transition, Utilities & Critical Infrastructure

Industry Pathways: Energy Transition, Utilities & Critical Infrastructure

Tuesday, March 2, 2027 | [Time and time zone TBD]
Virtual Event

Power the Systems Communities Depend On

Electricity demand is rising as energy systems evolve, bringing renewed attention to the people who build, operate, and sustain critical infrastructure. From power generation and grid modernization to renewable energy and utility operations, this industry connects technical systems with everyday life. Explore where your experience in operational planning, technical troubleshooting, risk management, financial analysis, or customer service could contribute—and what you may need to learn to pursue your next career.

About FourBlock Industry Pathways

FourBlock Industry Pathways address workforce demand and skill gaps by organizing engagement at the industry level rather than the job level, creating a system where employers, talent, and workforce demand are aligned in real time.

This event helps participants understand the energy landscape, recognize where their experience fits, and connect with employer perspectives on career pathways.

Industry Sector

Infrastructure & Movement

This event focuses on the energy infrastructure, utility services, and operational capabilities that keep communities connected, businesses running, and essential systems functioning.

Market Signals

• Electricity demand is expanding: The October 2026 energy outlook forecasts U.S. commercial electricity demand, including data centers, to grow 2.8% in 2027, alongside 2.7% industrial demand growth. For career explorers, these forecasts highlight the relevance of power planning, infrastructure delivery, and reliable operations.

• Utilities have a long-term workforce growth outlook: U.S. utilities employment is projected to grow 9.8% from 2025 to 2035, adding approximately 58,800 jobs, primarily in electric power generation, transmission, and distribution. This is a sector forecast; participants should explore how opportunities differ by employer, region, and function.

• The generation mix continues to change: October 2026 forecasts put U.S. solar capacity at 223 gigawatts in 2027, up from 182 gigawatts forecast for 2026. Evaluating careers across this changing system means looking beyond installation to project development, equipment support, procurement, and ongoing operations.

• Transferable skills need an industry bridge: A June 2026 workforce analysis identifies changing qualifications and skills across renewable energy and energy efficiency, alongside barriers to accessing training. Career planning should connect existing strengths with the technical knowledge, credentials, or practical experience a specific role requires.

Explore Career Paths In

• Utility Operations & Maintenance: Support dependable service through equipment troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and operational coordination.

• Power Systems Engineering & Grid Planning: Help assess system capacity and reliability; engineering roles typically require relevant education.

• Renewable Energy & Storage Operations: Explore technical and operational work supporting solar, wind, and energy storage systems.

• Infrastructure Project & Construction Management: Coordinate budgets, schedules, contractors, and delivery milestones.

• Supply Chain, Procurement & Contract Management: Source equipment, manage suppliers, and support infrastructure delivery.

• Environmental, Health & Safety: Apply risk assessment, safe-work practices, and regulatory knowledge.

• Operational Technology & Cybersecurity: Explore protection of the control systems used to operate physical infrastructure.

• Emergency Preparedness & Business Continuity: Plan for disruptions, coordinate response, and support service restoration.

• Regulatory Affairs & Financial Analysis: Examine compliance requirements, investment decisions, and utility economics.

• Customer Programs & Community Engagement: Help customers and communities navigate utility services, efficiency programs, and infrastructure changes.

What to Expect

Expert Panel Discussion

Hear from leaders across energy, utilities, and critical infrastructure as they share perspectives on industry trends, workforce demand, and veteran and military spouse career opportunities. Topics will include electricity demand, the changing generation mix, infrastructure project delivery, and the qualifications employers seek.

You will gain a clearer understanding of how technical, operational, and business functions work together—and how to evaluate a pathway based on your interests, experience, and willingness to pursue additional training.

Virtual Breakout Sessions

Connect directly with employer partners, recruiters, and hiring managers to explore utility operations, project management, supply chain, safety, and customer programs.

Ask how employers assess transferable skills, which qualifications matter, where entry points exist, and how careers progress. Service members, veterans, and military spouses can also explore practical considerations such as location, travel, shift schedules, and training pathways.

Who Should Attend?

This event is open to all transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses interested in energy, utilities, infrastructure, and the systems that support essential services.

Whether you are exploring a new industry or building on existing experience, bring your strengths in technical troubleshooting, logistics, financial analysis, project coordination, risk management, or customer experience. You do not need to have your next role figured out to begin learning where you could contribute.

Registration

Explore where your experience can help power essential systems—and identify your next step. [Registration link]