Clean Power Generation

The energy transition depends on clean, reliable power, and the people who can deliver it.

Brightsmith builds the specialist teams that power the clean energy transition. We deliver tailored executive search in clean power generation, supporting utility-scale renewables, battery energy storage systems (BESS), distributed generation, and next-generation nuclear. By combining deep industry insight with broad functional expertise, we connect organisations with leaders who can accelerate growth across the clean technology landscape.

With a proven track record in cleantech recruitment, we design and deliver talent strategies for every stage of the project lifecycle, from early development and construction through to operations and asset management. Acting as a seamless extension of your team, we ensure you secure the leadership, technical, and commercial expertise required to scale sustainably, reduce risk, and deliver measurable impact.

Renewable Energy

To drive your solar PV, wind, and BESS deployments forward, we navigate complex permitting, interconnection challenges, and shifting policy landscapes. From General Counsel and CEOs to engineers and technical experts, we tailored renewables recruitment solutions. We are proud of our deep networks across development, O&M, grid strategy, asset optimisation, and commercial leadership.

Battery Energy Storage

As grids decarbonise and volatility increases, storage sits at the centre of system flexibility, capacity planning, and market optimisation. We support BESS innovators through clean technology executive search, building cross-functional leadership teams with the technical fluency and commercial insight. Whether pre-FID or portfolio-scale, Brightsmith delivers talent solutions that unlock value and de-risk growth.

Nuclear Energy

From fusion and SMR development to decommissioning, Brightsmith delivers nuclear executive search with precision. We align organisations with professionals combining technical expertise, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory fluency. Candidates are vetted for legislative insight and large-scale project experience. Our approach ensures nuclear talent strategies that enhance compliance, mitigate risk, and accelerate clean energy deployment globally.

Distributed Energy

Brightsmith connects organisations with leaders driving distributed generation, from microgrids and community solar to virtual power plants. Our inclusive cleantech recruitment approach blends technical, policy, and equity expertise, sourcing diverse talent that delivers scalable solutions. By accessing global networks, we provide leadership that strengthens resilience, supports local impact, and advances sustainable clean power systems.