Talent Acquisition Specialist – AI & Data Centers

Company OverviewHanwha Energy USA, headquartered in Houston, Texas, is part of the Hanwha Group—a FORTUNE Global 300 company and one of South Korea’s most respected business enterprises. With over a decade of experience delivering high-quality, utility-scale energy projects across North America, Hanwha Energy USA has evolved into a comprehensive energy solutions provider. Our portfolio now spans utility-scale renewables, natural gas generation, retail electricity, and strategic partnerships that power America’s growing data center industry.Our expertise covers the entire energy value chain—from project development and engineering to construction, operations, and maintenance. By integrating advanced technologies, proven processes, and strong partnerships, we deliver reliable, customized solutions that meet the dynamic needs of local energy markets.Hanwha Energy USA Is Actively Advancing Strategic Initiatives In Natural Gas Generation And Data Center Development, Including Hyperscaler Solutions On Both Sides Of The Meter. We Are Proud To Serve As The Parent Company OfHanwha Renewables – specializing in utility-scale solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS)Chariot Energy – providing retail electricity services for residential, commercial, and industrial customers in deregulated marketsPosition OverviewThe Talent Acquisition Specialist – AI & Data Center Recruiting is a strategic, full-cycle recruiter responsible for hiring critical technical and leadership talent supporting data center development, AI infrastructure, and hyperscale operations.This Individual Will Bring Direct Experience Recruiting Within Hyperscaler Or Large-scale Data Center Environments, With Deep Understanding Of The Talent Landscape AcrossData center development & constructionAI / HPC infrastructureHyperscale operationsMission-critical facilitiesYou will partner closely with the Talent Acquisition Director, Hiring Managers, and business stakeholders to build high-impact teams that support rapid growth in a highly competitive talent market.The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by management. All duties will be assigned in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.This role reports to the Director, Talent Acquisition, or another senior leader as designated.ResponsibilitiesFull-Cycle Recruiting (Technical & Leadership Hiring)Lead end-to-end recruiting for complex, high-priority roles across:Data center development (site selection, design, construction)AI infrastructureData center operations (critical facilities, reliability engineering)Commercial, strategy, and leadership rolesDrive strong candidate pipelines in highly competitive, niche marketsHyperscaler Talent Market ExpertiseLeverage deep knowledge of Hyperscaler talent ecosystems (e.g., AWS, Microsoft, Google, Meta)Build targeted sourcing strategies for:Data center project managers, construction managers, and engineersElectrical, mechanical, and commissioning expertsAI infrastructure engineers and specialistsMap competitor talent and execute strategic outreach campaignsStakeholder & Hiring Leader PartnershipAct as a trusted advisor on hiring strategy, talent availability, and compensation benchmarksInfluence hiring decisions through market insights and data-driven recommendationsPartner with leadership on workforce planning and hiring prioritizationSourcing Strategy & Pipeline DevelopmentDevelop proactive sourcing strategies leveraging:Direct sourcing (LinkedIn, referrals, industry networks)Passive candidate engagementIndustry events and talent communitiesBuild and maintain pipeline depth for future hiring needs, especially for hard-to-fill rolesCandidate Experience & Employer BrandingDeliver a white-glove candidate experience aligned with Hyperscaler-level expectationsPosition the company as a top destination for AI and data center talentEnsure strong communication and engagement across all candidate touchpointsData & Recruiting PerformanceTrack and manage key recruiting metrics:Time-to-fillOffer acceptance ratePipeline conversion ratesUse data to optimize recruiting strategies and hiring outcomesRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)5+ years of experience in technical recruiting, with a strong emphasis on:Data center infrastructureAI environmentsHyperscaler or large-scale technology environmentsProven success hiring in highly competitive, niche talent marketsPrior experience at a Hyperscaler (AWS, Google, Microsoft, Meta) or large data center developer/operatorExperience supporting greenfield data center development projectsKnowledge of renewable energy + data center convergenceExposure to AI infrastructure buildouts (GPU clusters, advanced computing environments)Experience recruiting for engineering, construction, and mission-critical rolesProficiency in ATS systems and sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, Greenhouse, etc.)Experience supporting fast-scaling, high-growth organizationsRequired SkillsDeep understanding of data center and AI infrastructure talent marketsStrong full-cycle recruiting capabilities across technical and business rolesAdvanced sourcing and talent mapping skillsAbility to influence senior stakeholders and executivesStrong business acumen and consultative mindsetHigh level of ownership, urgency, and accountabilityExcellent communication and candidate engagement skillsCOMPENSATION: $120,000 - $140,000 salaryAttention external recruitment firms, we will not accept any unsolicited resumes at this time. Please do not contact any internal member of our company to discuss the position or to solicit candidates.Hanwha Energy USA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.www.hanwhaenergyusa.com