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Your Partner in End-to-end energy services

Insight Global has 15 years of utilities and energy industry experience and currently works with seven of the top U.S. 10 investor-owned utilities (IOUs) helping them tackle a range of challenges including digital transformation, operational efficiencies, and regulatory standards.

Amid rising demand, aging infrastructure, and fierce competition for top talent, energy companies must adapt quickly—or risk falling behind. That’s where Insight Global comes in. We are a global staffing and professional services company with extensive experience across the energy industry, including oil and gas, renewables, and utilities.

Whether you need to hire an Environmental Engineer, update thousands of GIS records, or modernize your grid, we deliver the technical and talent solutions needed to support your entire energy enterprise.

If you’re ready to power the future, you need a partner like Insight Global.

Our Staffing & Professional Services Capabilities

Digitization & Digital Transformation
Environmental Risks & Safety
Project Management 
Design & Engineering
Field Services & Asset Management
Gen AI + Agent AI
GIS & Mapping
Customer Experience

Navigating the Future of AI and Energy and Utilities

Dr. Kaveh Aflaki, Insight Global’s Industry Principal for Energy and Utilities, breaks down the biggest challenges facing the utility sector today—from surging electricity demand driven by AI and cloud data centers to workforce shortages and digital transformation.

“We see that utilities has multiple challenges based off the trends within the industry,” Kaveh explains, highlighting how Insight Global is helping address these issues through staffing, professional services, and AI innovation.

Watch to learn how Insight Global is partnering with energy and utility leaders to power the future.

Connect with Kaveh on LinkedIn, and explore more about his impact at Insight Global and within the energy sector.

Power Up Your Workforce Across the Energy Landscape

When you partner with a leading energy staffing and professional services company like Insight Global, you get more than just a stack of resumes. Our specialized recruiters in the energy industry are already connected to a vast network of pre-screened, qualified candidates from every state and more than 50 countries.

Contract, contract-to-hire, direct placement, and executive search are just the beginning of our energy staffing and professional services solutions. Explore some of the energy sectors we support.  

One Partner, infinite possibilities

At Insight Global, we excel at delivering exceptional talent, but our customized energy solutions go beyond staffing. When partnering with Insight Global, you’re also partnering with our professional services division, Evergreen.

Discover the difference a single partner makes.

Fast & Scalable Processes

We streamline your operations and leverage advanced technologies like AI/ML to improve efficiency at every level of the business. Plus, our ability to quickly build teams with top talent—and help them get productive—means you can adapt to new demands without compromising safety or customer service.

Custom Solutions

We partner with you to create innovative tech and talent solutions that address the growing energy demand, load forecasting, and other challenges facing the industry. We offer flexible delivery models—custom, managed, and advisory—and specialized teams based on your unique needs and preferred level of day-to-day management.

Industry Expertise

We understand the energy industry’s unique requirements, like customer experience and cybersecurity compliance. Our track record includes many successful projects, from digitizing gas pipeline asset data to conducting climate vulnerability assessments. Whatever expertise you require, we provide the right people and solutions.

Relationships First

The Insight Global difference is care—for our team, our consultants, and our customers. You can see that in our industry-leading retention rates and NPS scores—plus our repeat business with top energy companies. We take the time to get to know your business and your challenges before we devise tailored solutions for your business needs.

Why Insight Global

Energy Talent Solutions

The energy industry is facing a growing talent shortage and skills gap across all sectors as global demand for energy keeps rising—all while a significant percentage of the workforce nears retirement. Whether you need to hire a single software engineer or build a custom team to manage and implement infrastructure development, Insight Global delivers the experts your business needs.

While we hire for competitive roles across Oil and Gas, Renewables, and Utilities, here are the four business areas most affected by the energy labor shortage.   

Engineer & Architecture (IT)

We provide our energy customers with a full spectrum of professional services, including data strategy, DERMS solutions, and cybersecurity, leading to increased operational efficiency while meeting all government regulations.

The most in-demand roles we source include: 

  • Network Engineers 
  • Software Engineers 
  • Cloud Engineers 
  • Cloud Architects 
  • Data Architects 
  • Cybersecurity Engineers 
  • AI/ML Engineers 
  • Desktop Support  

Project Management

From large-scale infrastructure upgrades to renewable energy rollouts, effective project management is critical to staying on time and on budget. We deliver successful processes to maximize the impact of project managers on timelines, deliverables, and budget requirements.

The most in-demand roles we source include: 

  • Project Managers
  • Project Coordinators
  • Project Schedulers

Business Operations

We combine our best people with the latest in automation to make sure your processes are efficient and competitive. Whether you’re scaling internal operations or navigating complex reporting requirements, we offer the technical and talent solutions necessary to succeed.

The most in-demand roles we source include:

  • Call Center Agents
  • Administrative Assistants
  • Business Analysts (BA) 
  • Designers 
  • Regulatory & Compliance 
  • Accounting/Finance 

Engineer (Technical and Non-IT) 

We offer a comprehensive range of engineering services, from environmental impact studies to GIS modeling. Our expertise spans grid modernization, pipeline services, and energy storage, ensuring your projects are executed with precision and efficiency.

The most in-demand roles we source include:

  • Environmental Engineers 
  • Electrical Engineers 
  • Civil Engineers 
  • Mechanical Engineers 
  • Technical Writers

Meet Our Industry Experts

Kaveh Aflaki, Ph.D.

Industry Principal, Utilities & Energy
Insight Global

With nearly 20 years of experience, Dr. Kaveh Aflaki drives strategic initiatives as Industry Principal for Utilities & Energy at Insight Global and Evergreen, our professional services division. His experience and expertise include Smart Grid leadership, founding a utility-focused SaaS company, and prominent roles within IEEE. He holds a Ph.D. in electrical engineering and an Executive MBA.

Connect with Kaveh on LinkedIn!

Rachel Dowling

Managing Director, Energy & Utilities
Strategic Accounts

Rachel Dowling, a 13-year veteran of Insight Global and our Managing Director for Energy, creates innovative, high-impact solutions for our clients in this key sector—including 7 of the top 10 U.S. investor-owned utilities (IOUs). She oversees P&L, operations, and training for Energy, Utilities, and Oil & Gas business lines across a range of solutions from staff augmentation to professional services.

Connect with Rachel on LinkedIn!

Job Openings With our Energy clients

BMS Controls Engineer/Data Analyst

Fremont, CA

A large Infrastructure Design team leads the development of innovative solutions for complex R&D and manufacturing facilities across the Bay Area and beyond. They specialize in creating sophisticated infrastructure systems that power next-generation research and production environments.They are seeking a specialized BMS Controls Engineer to bridge the gap between Facilities Operations and Data Science teams. The ideal candidate will optimize the Building Management Systems (BMS) not just for operation, but for high-fidelity data acquisition. You will work closely with facilities personnel to instrument systems, validate sensor accuracy, and architect the data pipeline required to feed predictive Machine Learning models.What You?ll Do? Collaborate with facilities staff to identify critical control points and sensors required for ML modeling.? Translate the complex requirements of the ML team into technical tasks for the facilities team. ? Conduct regular audits of trend data to identify “flatlined” sensors, calibration drifts, or communication drop-outs.? Design and maintain the pathway from the BMS (Edge) to the central repository (Cloud/On-Prem).? Develop automated scripts or dashboards to monitor the “health” of the data pipeline (ensuring uptime and completeness). PLC setup, HMI development (Ignition/WebCntrl/Desigo) and developing the sequence of operations.? Configure and program controllers to communicate via standard industry protocols. Program DDCs and Siemens PLCs using TIA-Portal. Should know IEC 61131-3 languages ? Develop, maintain, and upgrade intuitive graphical user interfaces (GUIs) and dashboards within Ignition and ALC the BMS platforms to visualize system performance for end users. Develop Alarm rationalization with feedback from Facility operations.? Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues that result in poor data quality (e.g., fixing loose terminations, replacing faulty sensors, or resolving network IP conflicts).? Program control sequences and alarm logic. Manage tag databases, historical data logging, and SQL database connections for reporting.? Manage and prioritize requests for information on new construction builds, existing site facilities support and legacy site enhancement projects.Pay Range for this role is $55 – $65 per hour depending on years of experience and educationWe are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global’s Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.
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Director of Engineering

Alexandria, VA

The Director of Engineering is responsible for leading design-build project delivery, providing technical expertise across our client’s services, and supporting business development and permitting efforts nationwide. The position blends hands-on engineering, team leadership, and client-facing responsibilities. – Lead and grow the engineering team, helping build PE resumes and developing a strong internal bench- Serve as the go-to expert for HVAC and plumbing building systems, with a solid understanding of air quality, psychrometrics, pump systems, and fluid flow- Take ownership of the Pipe TEST offering, providing consultative engineering support to clients, including on-site evaluations and fee-based assessments- Support design-build projects by developing schematic designs, contributing to HVAC conversions, and ensuring work meets code and quality standards- Oversee and review work completed by external consultants, who will continue to be used regardless of project size- Review permit and construction drawings and support project work that may not be strictly design-focused- Partner with preconstruction, operations, and marketing teams to support pursuits, client strategy, and business development- Balance day-to-day reactive support with proactive efforts to grow services and improve engineering capabilities- Split time between the office, job sites, and travel as needed (Once a month)We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global’s Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.
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Project Manager

Reno, NV

Insight Global is seeking a highly Project Manager to lead large-scale industrial power generation projects within the renewable energy sector. This role is focused on industrial power facilities, not commercial construction and not an office-only project management position. The Project Manager will be responsible for full end-to-end project execution, managing scope, schedule, budget, and risk across multiple technically complex projects. Projects are long-term in nature (2?3 years), highly engineered, and range from approximately $1M to $180M, with an emphasis on technical ownership and execution rather than project size alone.This role requires strong mechanical and electrical knowledge, the ability to read and interpret technical drawings, and the discipline to operate effectively in a matrix organization with both internal and external stakeholders.We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global’s Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.
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Crude Ops Support – Settlements Analyst

Houston, TX

The Operations Support Team is responsible for the end to end settlement activity for the Crude Trading business. The Operations Support Analyst is responsible for the resolution of volumetric and pricing issues that arise during the settlement process. This will involve daily communications with the Customers, Traders, Lease, and Inventory as well as detailed analysis and interpretation of volume allocations and revisions, understanding contracts, and complex contractual pricing components. It is essential for the analyst to exercise good business judgment and to make prudent business decisions in order to resolve any disputes with customers in a timely manner. The successful candidate must be an effective communicator and must show the initiative and motivation necessary to complete job functions. They must understand the flow of volumes, transportation activity, lease processes, finance and accounting of contracts as well as work through multiple systems that require a technical mindset. The Operations Support Analyst must be able to interpret crude trading contracts; which involves the detailed analysis of crude oil purchases and sales with Shell Affiliates and third parties, understand pipeline logistics. Duties include resolving any volumetric or pricing issues to the net settling of all domestic and international crude oil sales and purchases, pipeline and trucking contracts. This role can be measured through the following accountabilities:? Ensure transactions are strictly governed by contracts including related crude oil provisions such as differentials, gravity penalties, and allocations? Ability to understand contractual components, including complex pricing deals and quality banks as well as pipeline systems? Understanding the analysis of allocated volumes and revisions to ensure data integrity? Analysis and verification of complex accounting deals, quarterly quality bank statements, and pipeline statements? Analysis/research of unsettled items in both Endur and TSAP? Analysis of paid items from Ecap and RADAR ? Pursue collection with counterparty for disputed outstanding receivables and analysis of payable open line items with customer? Interaction with internal (schedulers, contract admin, traders, lease analysts, etc) and external (third party) customers.Perform monthly audits of Settlement Analysts? Status of Accounts? Operates in compliance with all documented SOX controlsWe are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global’s Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.
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Relay Protection & Controls Engineer

New York, NY

Insight Global is seeking a Relay Protection & Controls Engineer to support one of the largest investor owned energy companies in the United States. This role sits within the Control Systems Engineering group under Central Engineering and supports transmission and distribution systems across the network, with a focus on both new and existing substations and power system assets.This position plays a critical role in maintaining system reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance. The engineer will be responsible for the design, application, and implementation of protective relay systems, including performing detailed short circuit and fault studies using industry standard tools such as CAPE. Based on these analyses, the engineer will develop relay settings, coordination strategies, loadability analyses, and associated documentation. Responsibilities also include developing and maintaining relay setting files and technical records, reviewing and marking up protection and control schematics, wiring diagrams, and logic drawings, and providing technical guidance to design engineering teams.The role requires close collaboration with field operations, construction, testing teams, and external protection and controls integration vendors. The engineer will review vendor deliverables for accuracy and compliance, support factory and site acceptance testing, assist with commissioning and troubleshooting efforts, and ensure designs meet internal, industry, and regulatory standards. As part of major capital initiatives, including new substation buildouts, the engineer will serve as a technical authority for relay protection, supporting projects from design through commissioning and regulatory review as needed.We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global’s Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.
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Energy Staffing FAQs

How does an energy staffing company work?

Insight Global connects qualified energy professionals with companies that require their talents. Once we connect with a hiring manager on their needs for a role, our energy staffing team reaches out to the potential hire and gets an idea of their skills, experience, and goals. Once we understand their qualifications, we match them with open positions at your company. Insight Global also offers support throughout the interview and hiring process, ensuring that both the company and candidate are a good fit for each other.

What are the benefits of working with Insight Global?

Insight Global is a leading professional services and staffing agency that puts people first. When you work with us, you work with energy recruiting and energy staffing professionals who truly care about you. We have the resources and connections to help you hire top talent or land a new job without breaking a sweat. We’ve filled thousands of positions in the energy sector in our 20-plus years in business. We know energy staffing.

How quickly can you staff my open position?

Depending on interview availability and decision-making, our energy recruiting team typically identifies and screens candidates in 24-48 hours. Onboarding for consultant assignments takes as little as 1-3 days, but the typical timeframe for interviews, onboarding, and in the door working is 1-3 weeks.

Where is Insight Global located?

Insight Global is an award-winning staffing company headquartered in Atlanta, GA. We have 70+ offices located across North America, Europe, and Asia, as well as our state-of the-art technology delivery center in Hyderabad, India. We are more than able to meet your staffing or consulting needs, in person or remote. View our office locations.

Do you staff remote/work from home jobs?

Yes! We offer contract, contract to permanent, and direct placement talent solutions for in-person, hybrid, or remote positions. Whether you’re a job seeker or hiring manager, we’re ready to help.

In addition to energy, we recruit and place candidates across a broad range of industries and sectors, including IT, financial services, healthcare, engineering, life sciences, government, legal, construction, creative, education, and hospitality.

Can you help a candidate get set up to work remotely?

Absolutely! Whether a candidate needs help connecting to your company’s VPN, getting access to their new devices, or understanding your company’s remote work policies, our team is more than happy to assist.

Do you have experience in energy staffing and recruiting?

Yes, Insight Global is an energy staffing and recruiting agency with many years of experience working with top energy providers. Our energy recruiting team creates your job description for you, posts your opening on all the major job boards (including our own), and taps into our existing network of pre-screened, qualified candidates.

Does Insight Global do more than energy staffing?

Yes, Insight Global also offers a full range of technical and talent solutions through our professional services division, Evergreen. Our most popular technical offerings range from data, AI, and automation services to cloud and security solutions, but we also excel in RPO, culture consulting, customer experience, project management, and more.

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