Talent Acquisition Partner - Energy

Welty Energy; Fairlawn (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Welty Energy in Fairlawn, Ohio is looking for a recruitment professional to manage the full recruitment cycle. Responsibilities include sourcing talent, conducting interviews, and partnering with hiring managers to secure top candidates. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of recruitment experience, particularly in the energy or AEC industry, and strong networking skills.

Join a dedicated team at Welty Energy and contribute to building long-term talent pipelines while maintaining a positive candidate experience.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of recruitment experience required.
• Proven track record of recruiting talent within the energy, engineering, or AEC industry.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive recruitment strategies.
• Conduct thorough candidate assessments including initial phone screens.
• Proactively source passive candidates through networking and advanced tools.

Skills

Recruitment expertise in energy/AEC industry

Strong interviewing skills

Excellent communication

Experience with ATS

Education

Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field

Tools

LinkedIn

Applicant Tracking Systems

Job description

We're hiring! Calling on AEC Talent Partners based in the Akron, OH area who are ready to help our firm grow in 2026 and beyond.

As part of the Welty Energy Team, you are responsible for the full recruitment cycle, including sourcing top talent, conducting in-depth interviews, evaluating candidates, and partnering with hiring managers to identify and secure the best fit for all roles, utilizing advanced sourcing strategies and deep industry knowledge to attract passive candidates and develop long-term talent pipelines.

Day To Day

• Develop and implement comprehensive recruitment strategies to identify and attract high-caliber candidates for all positions across the organization.
• Conduct thorough candidate assessments, including initial phone screens, in-depth interviews, and behavioral assessments to evaluate skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Proactively source passive candidates through networking, industry connections, and advanced search tools to identify top talent in the market.
• Manage internal processes/systems to track candidate data and provide regular updates.
• Manage and streamline the ATS, working with the ATS Representatives and providing training internally.
• Build strong relationships with hiring managers, understanding their specific needs, and providing expert guidance throughout the recruitment process.
• Provide a positive candidate experience and nurture long‑term relationships for current or future needs.
• Actively seek out diverse candidates to build a strong and inclusive workforce.
• Maintain the referral program from policy compliance to company-wide engagement.
• Participate in the creation and maintenance of our early‑age professional program through Career Fairs, Seasonal and Year‑round intern programs, conversion of interns to new grad FTE offers, all while building awareness of the program internally and externally.
• Contribute to the company's employer branding initiatives to attract top talent.

What We're Looking For

• Proven track record of successfully recruiting talent within the energy, engineering, or AEC industry.
• Expertise in various sourcing methods including LinkedIn, professional networking, and job boards.
• Strong interviewing and assessment skills to evaluate candidates' potential for complex roles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with both candidates and hiring managers.
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Bachelor's degree in human resources, or a related field is desired, or relevant years of experience in Talent acquisition.
• 3–5+ years of recruitment experience required.
• AEC industry experience highly preferred.

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A Little More About Us

Welty Energy, an affiliate of Welty, is a professional services company specializing in program and project management, transmission line engineering, substation engineering and construction oversight on transmission, substation and distribution projects ranging in voltages from 4 kV to 765 kV.

The talent team is small but mighty, band part of the broader Welty Enterprises HR Team. We're excited to welcome hard‑working talent professionals who act as partners to their hiring managers and enjoy having fun while moving the dial.

Important Notice to US Applicants

Welty Energy, an affiliate of Welty Building Company, LLC., is an at‑will employer.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.