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Energy, Power and Infrastructure I Mint Selection

Executive Search in North America

North America is in the midst of a sweeping infrastructure and energy transformation. From utility-scale renewables, battery storage, and grid modernisation to cleanhydrogen, EV charging networks, and digital infrastructure like sustainable data centres — the transition is accelerating. At Mint Selection, we specialise in connecting high-impact talent with the companies driving innovation across clean tech and next-generation infrastructure in both the U.S. and Canada.

We’ve helped shape some of the most exciting energy and infrastructure ventures across the UK and Europe. Now, we’re expanding into the U.S. - ready to support mission-driven organisations building the future of clean power, climate tech, and sustainable infrastructure.

Where our Specialist Consultants add value:

Our team, Paula Rabiega and Charline Brenot, bring sector-specialist knowledge, a deep network, and a sharp focus across clean tech, climate tech, and next-generation infrastructure. In particular:

🔹Investment & Asset Management
• Clean energy, digital infrastructure, and climate tech
• Capital deployment across utility-scale and distributed assets
• M&A, portfolio strategy, and market entry
They partner with funds, IPPs, and developers to place high-impact talent across North America.

🔹Data Centres & Climate Tech Infrastructure
• Sustainable design and engineering
• Energy sourcing, procurement, and grid integration
• ESG, decarbonisation, and circularity strategies
They place commercial, technical, and operational leaders driving scalable digital and clean infrastructure.

🔹Nuclear & Emerging Technologies
• SMRs, advanced reactors, and fusion
• Licensing, engineering, and regulatory strategy
• Research-to-commercial transition
They connect forward-leaning organisations with professionals shaping the future of nuclear innovation.

🔹Energy Storage & Grid Infrastructure
• Battery energy storage systems (BESS)
• Transmission, grid interconnection, and flexibility markets
• Grid-edge innovation and resilience tech
They support technical, commercial, and policy hires enabling grid modernisation.

🔹Renewable Energy Project Development
• Solar, wind, hydrogen, and bioenergy
• Greenfield, brownfield, and repowering strategies
• Utility-scale and distributed generation
They identify originators, developers, and commercial leads who deliver projects from concept to close.

Why U.S. Companies Are Speaking to Mint Selection

You may not know us yet — but here’s why you’ll want to:

🔸 International Track Record
We’ve supported innovative energy companies globally to build full teams — from board appointments to senior technical and commercial roles. We’re bringing that same rigour and focus to our North American partnerships.

🔸 Deep Sector Knowledge
While many of our recruiters specialise in specific verticals, our senior consultants, Charline and Paula, bring over a decade of combined experience across clean energy, climate tech, and sustainable infrastructure. As two of the top-performing consultants at Mint Selection, we focus on speed, precision, and high-quality delivery—bringing a deep understanding of the market and a strong track record of placing top-tier talent across functions and technologies.

🔸 Tailored Search
We invest time in understanding your project, your goals, and your organisational culture — then deliver candidates who are aligned on all fronts.

🔸 Commitment to Growth
We’re in the North American market for the long haul. We’re here to build relationships, support growth strategies, and contribute to long-term success in the energy transition.

Your Specialist Consultants

Paula and Charline focus on leading the North America and Canada market expansion. Paula previously specialised in Pan-European executive search, leadership advisory, and senior appointments across the renewables and clean energy landscape. Charline previously led the French market expansion for Mint, she has consultancy and in-house experience and has successfully managed full lifecycle recruitment processes at all levels.

Looking to Make an Impact in the U.S. Energy Transition?

We partner with professionals who are passionate about clean energy, climate tech, and sustainable infrastructure. Whether you're actively exploring new opportunities or open to a confidential conversation, we’d love to hear from you.

Tell us more about your hiring needs using the form below — and we’ll arrange a time to connect. Prefer to speak directly? Contact c.brenot@mintselection.com or p.rabiega@mintselection.com.