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Executive Search for Energy Storage Leaders

We help battery and electrification pioneers hire the AI, data, and technical leaders they can’t afford to get wrong.

What’s Changing in Energy Storage?

AI and data science are transforming energy storage — from battery diagnostics and performance optimization to predictive maintenance and intelligent energy trading. As the sector scales rapidly, hiring pressure grows. “AI in energy storage,” “data leadership in electrification,” and “emerging energy companies hiring” are hot topics, but great candidates are scarce. Regulation, complexity, and the interdisciplinary nature of battery tech make precise hiring a strategic necessity.

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Startups and scaleups driving next-gen battery innovation

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Platform and grid-scale energy systems leaders

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Climate-first manufacturers and mobility players

Typical Searches in Energy Storage

Chief Data Officer (Energy Systems)

VP of Manufacturing Analytics

Battery Data Scientist

AI/ML Lead for Battery Life Prediction

Head of Data Engineering (Battery Supply Chain)

Director of AI for Predictive Maintenance

Director of Smart Grid Analytics
 

Need help scoping your next critical role? We can help define it — not just fill it.

Why Is Hiring in Energy Storage So Complex?

  • AI leaders who understand electrochemistry are rare

  • Regulatory complexity demands precision

  • The pace of innovation outstrips internal recruiting capacity

  • Hiring timelines are tight in competitive markets

  • Mis-hires delay commercial and technical milestones

Why Clients Choose Lucent

  • Deep knowledge of battery tech, electrification, and data hiring

  • 83-step Lucent Smart Search® process built for critical roles

  • Trusted by energy transition pioneers and AI-first startups

  • Executive search, interim, and embedded talent solutions

Book a Discovery Call

Our expertise in mapping talent across tech sectors offers an invaluable advantage in securing the people poised to fuel your next stage of growth. To find out if we can help you secure talent for your team from specific markets, book a no-obligation 20-30 minute consultation call.

To me, Rebecca is more than just a recruiter; she's a valued business partner who assists me in locating, attracting, and recruiting top-notch candidates. Unlike your typical recruiter who simply relies on database searches, Rebecca employs a more comprehensive and systematic approach, yielding superior results. The candidates she provides consistently surpass the quality of those sourced by most other recruiters.

Rebecca goes above and beyond by actively promoting companies and roles to enhance visibility, incorporating innovative strategies like using videos to capture attention. The engagement level from candidates is exceptional, resulting in successful placements for key roles within rapidly growing companies facing significant challenges.

Matt Little, Chair and NED, Various High Growth Companies.
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