Talent Acquisition Specialist - AI & Data Centers

Responsibilities

• Full-Cycle Recruiting (Technical & Leadership Hiring)
• Lead end-to-end recruiting for complex, high-priority roles across:
• Data center development (site selection, design, construction)
• AI infrastructure
• Data center operations (critical facilities, reliability engineering)
• Commercial, strategy, and leadership roles
• Drive strong candidate pipelines in highly competitive, niche markets
• Hyperscaler Talent Market Expertise
• Leverage deep knowledge of Hyperscaler talent ecosystems (e.g., AWS, Microsoft, Google, Meta)
• Build targeted sourcing strategies for:
• Data center project managers, construction managers, and engineers
• Electrical, mechanical, and commissioning experts
• AI infrastructure engineers and specialists
• Map competitor talent and execute strategic outreach campaigns
• Stakeholder & Hiring Leader Partnership
• Act as a trusted advisor on hiring strategy, talent availability, and compensation benchmarks
• Influence hiring decisions through market insights and data-driven recommendations
• Partner with leadership on workforce planning and hiring prioritization
• Sourcing Strategy & Pipeline Development
• Develop proactive sourcing strategies leveraging:
• Direct sourcing (LinkedIn, referrals, industry networks)
• Passive candidate engagement
• Industry events and talent communities
• Build and maintain pipeline depth for future hiring needs, especially for hard-to-fill roles
• Candidate Experience & Employer Branding
• Deliver a white-glove candidate experience aligned with Hyperscaler-level expectations
• Position the company as a top destination for AI and data center talent
• Ensure strong communication and engagement across all candidate touchpoints
• Data & Recruiting Performance
• Track and manage key recruiting metrics:
• Time-to-fill
• Offer acceptance rate
• Pipeline conversion rates
• Use data to optimize recruiting strategies and hiring outcomes
• REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor'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 infrastructure
• AI environments
• Hyperscaler or large-scale technology environments
• Proven success hiring in highly competitive, niche talent markets
• Prior experience at a Hyperscaler (AWS, Google, Microsoft, Meta) or large data center developer/operator
• Experience supporting greenfield data center development projects
• Knowledge of renewable energy + data center convergence
• Exposure to AI infrastructure buildouts (GPU clusters, advanced computing environments)
• Experience recruiting for engineering, construction, and mission-cr

Additional Information

COMPANY OVERVIEW Hanwha 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 of: Hanwha 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 markets POSITION OVERVIEW The 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 across: Data center development & construction AI / HPC infrastructure Hyperscale operations Mission-critical facilities You 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.

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