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Energy Infrastructure Recruitment

Powering the Energy Transition with World-Class Talent

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Energy systems worldwide are undergoing rapid transformation. With the push towards net zero, organisations must integrate renewable generation, modernise grid infrastructure, expand energy storage, and deliver the digital backbone that enables efficiency and resilience.

 

Acre partners with leading companies, investors, and innovators to source the senior leaders and technical experts who can build the future of sustainable energy infrastructure. From digitalisation and data centres to e-mobility and grid modernisation, we help our clients recruit the talent driving this once-in-a-generation transformation.

 

Contact our Clean Energy team today to explore your recruitment needs.

 

Acre’s Track Record in Energy Infrastructure Recruitment

 

For over two decades, Acre has recruited senior professionals across clean energy, infrastructure, and sustainable finance. Our global reach and deep industry networks enable us to identify exceptional candidates for roles at the intersection of technology, infrastructure, and sustainability.

 

We have placed senior executives in grid modernisation programmes, sourced technical leaders in battery storage and e-mobility, and built out sustainability functions within data centre operators and digital infrastructure companies. Key Segments of the Market include:

 

Digital Infrastructure & Data Centres

Leaders embedding sustainability, efficiency, and ESG governance into rapidly scaling digital infrastructure. Specialists in energy efficiency, renewable integration, and sustainable cooling technologies.

 

E-Mobility & Transport Electrification

Experts building out EV charging networks, battery technologies, and fleet decarbonisation strategies. Leaders in partnerships between energy providers, governments, and mobility companies.

 

Grid Infrastructure & Smart Systems

Professionals modernising transmission and distribution networks to handle renewable generation. Specialists in digital grid solutions, demand response, and smart metering.

 

Energy Storage & Flexibility

Leaders in battery storage, hydrogen, and other long-duration energy storage solutions. Specialists integrating storage into grid balancing, renewable optimisation, and microgrids. Find out more about our expertise in Energy Storage expertise.

 

Renewable & Emerging Technologies

Executives scaling solar, wind, and offshore energy infrastructure. Innovators advancing hydrogen, carbon capture, and next-generation fuels.

 

Roles We Recruit For

 

Executive Roles

  • Chief Infrastructure Officer

  • Global Head of Digital Infrastructure

  • VP, Grid Modernisation & Strategy

  • Director of Energy Storage Solutions

 

Management Roles

  • Data Centre Sustainability Manager

  • E-Mobility Infrastructure Programme Lead

  • Grid Integration Specialist

  • Battery Storage Operations Manager

  • Hydrogen Project Development Manager

 

Examples of Acre’s Work

 

  1. Global Data Centre Operator – Appointed a Head of Sustainability to lead carbon reduction, renewable integration, and ESG reporting.

  2. EV Charging Network Provider – Sourced a VP of Infrastructure to scale operations across Europe and North America.

  3. National Grid Operator – Placed a Director of Grid Modernisation to manage renewable integration and digital upgrades.

  4. Battery Storage Developer – Delivered an interim Programme Manager to accelerate large-scale storage projects.

  5. Renewable Energy Major – Built a new Hydrogen Project Team, appointing specialists in technology, policy, and community engagement.

 

Key Hiring Gaps in Energy Infrastructure

 

Organisations are struggling to find:

  • Senior leaders who combine technical expertise with strategic vision for the energy transition

  • Specialists in digitalisation, smart grids, and demand-side management

  • Experts in scaling EV charging and battery storage infrastructure

  • Professionals with both technical and ESG/impact expertise for data centres and digital infrastructure

  • Multidisciplinary talent who can navigate regulation, investment, and technological innovation

 

Why Energy Infrastructure Recruitment Matters Now

 

The global energy transition demands unprecedented investment in infrastructure. According to the IEA, trillions will be required to deliver grid resilience, renewable integration, and the electrification of transport.

 

Digital technologies are now fundamental to energy efficiency, forecasting, and demand management. Data centres are expanding at record pace, requiring both clean power and robust ESG governance. Meanwhile, the growth of electric vehicles is placing new demands on charging infrastructure, storage systems, and grid stability.

 

The race is on to find leaders who can deliver technical innovation while navigating complex regulation, financing, and stakeholder expectations.

 

Contact us Today to Expand Your Team

 

The future of energy depends on infrastructure, and infrastructure depends on people. Acre’s global reach, sector expertise, and commitment to sustainability make us the trusted partner for energy infrastructure recruitment.

 

Contact our Clean Energy team today to explore your recruitment needs.

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