Energy transition
recruitment


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Powering progress
with the right people

At root/edge, we don’t just recruit for renewable energy. We build the teams that will lead the energy transition.

With over 40 years of combined experience in clean energy staffing and executive search, we help developers, investors, and energy innovators connect with top talent across the U.S.

From solar and wind to battery storage and emerging tech, our insight-led approach ensures you hire people who understand today’s energy challenges and are ready to lead tomorrow’s transformation.

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At root/edge, we know that building the right team requires more than just resumes. It takes insight, integrity, and a strategy tailored to your goals. Our energy transition recruitment is powered by deep industry knowledge, a people-first approach, and data-driven processes that deliver results.

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We recruit for roles like

Project Developers (Solar, Wind, Storage)


Renewable Energy Engineers


Grid Integration Specialists


Energy Storage Analysts


VP of Development


Director of Origination


Policy and Regulatory Managers


Asset Managers


ESG Specialists


Energy Finance Professionals


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Global IPP

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MUSH market leader

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Solar developer

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Solar + storage developer

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Global wind turbine OEM

Clean energy job opportunities

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Vice President, Project Development - DG and Community Solar

USA Competitive + Bonus + Benefits Permanent

Overview Our client, a rapidly growing renewable-energy developer, is seeking a Vice President of Project Development to lead the origination, advancement, and execution of distributed and community-scale solar projects across multiple U.S. market...

Director of Investments - DG and Commercial Solar

New York / DC / Los Angeles $190k+ (depending on experience) + bonus + benefits Permanent

Director of Investments Location: New York, NY | Washington, DC | Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid) Overview We are seeking a Director of Investments to join the Investments team at a leading renewable energy company specializing in distributed gener...

Manager Land Development - Renewable Energy

Orange County depends on experience and location + benefits + bonus Permanent

Manager, Land Development Overview Our client, a rapidly growing energy transition company backed by leading infrastructure investors, is seeking a Manager, Land Development to support its expanding portfolio of renewable generation, energy sto...

Energy Analyst, Renewable Assets - Hybrid

New York Competitive Compensation + Bonus Permanent

Overview Our client, a leading renewable energy developer and operator, is seeking an Energy Analyst to join its Asset Management team. This role is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional eager to work at the intersection of o...

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Whether you’re scaling fast or hiring for a critical executive role, root/edge is here to help you build the future of energy