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Energy & Utilities Market Outlook

Navigating the
Great Transition.

The energy sector faces a dual challenge: maintaining the critical infrastructure of today while building the clean grid of tomorrow. From the oil fields to the wind farms, we secure the talent that powers the world.

8.5M

Total US Energy Jobs

A Massive Workforce

75%

Reporting Shortages

Employers Struggling to Hire

4.2%

Clean Energy Growth

2x Faster than Economy

Traditional Energy

The “Great Crew Change”

The Oil & Gas sector is facing a massive demographic cliff. 50% of the energy workforce is set to retire by 2035, taking decades of institutional knowledge with them.

Simultaneously, the pipeline is drying up. Petroleum Engineering graduates have dropped by 83% since 2017. We help you bridge this gap by targeting experienced veterans and mid-career professionals.

20-30k Recent Layoffs
83% Drop in Grads

Critical O&G Needs

Operational Continuity Risks

  • Petroleum Engineers: Acute scarcity in drilling & recovery.
  • Geoscientists: 27% of workforce retiring by 2029.
  • Process Controls: SCADA and OT Cybersecurity experts.
Renewable Energy

The Growth Paradox

The renewable sector is booming, with job growth double that of the national economy. Yet, 81% of employers report difficulty finding qualified workers.

The “Green Skills Gap” is real. Demand for green skills is growing at 9% annually, while the talent pool grows at only 5%. This imbalance is driving salaries up by 40% in key roles.

60% Wind Tech Growth
48% Solar Tech Growth

Clean Energy Bottlenecks

Expansion Constraints

  • Grid Integration Engineers: 33% YoY demand growth.
  • Project Managers: Specific need for battery/storage experience.
  • skilled Trades: Electricians command $2.50/hr premium.

The Perception Gap

Energy companies aren’t just competing for skills; they are competing for hearts and minds. Gen Z views the sectors very differently.

Oil & Gas Appeal (Gen Z) 26%

Driven by environmental concerns and perceived lack of innovation.

Renewable Energy Appeal (Gen Z) 70%

Driven by purpose, impact, and growth potential.

The Veteran Advantage

Closing the Gap with Service

Veterans are the ideal solution for the “Great Crew Change.” Their training in operational discipline, safety protocols, and heavy machinery aligns perfectly with Oil & Gas and Utility needs.

Logistics: Supply chain mastery.
Safety: Ingrained risk management.
Technical: Transferable mechanical skills.
Future-Proofing

Upskilling for the New Grid

You cannot hire your way out of the digital skills gap. Companies must invest in internal academies to teach AI, grid modernization, and data analytics to their existing workforce.

Digital Labs: Internal training centers.
Retention: Career pathing reduces churn.
Tech Transition: From manual to automated.

Powering Your Workforce.

Whether you are stabilizing operations in the oil field or scaling a solar farm, we have the specialized talent strategies to keep the lights on.