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Increase In Infrastructure And Electric Mobility Projects Boosted Demand For New Positions
The increase in demand for infrastructure and electric mobility projects has boosted the search for new positions in the infrastructure and energy sector. This is indicated by a survey from Michael Page, one of the largest consulting firms specialized in the recruitment of middle and senior management, part of PageGroup. According to the consultancy, hiring professionals in the sector grew by 50% in the first quarter of this year compared to the same period last year.
Technical and management positions, such as application specialist, sales manager, sales director, and applications director were the most prominent roles that helped drive growth during the period.
“The ongoing expansion of the market combined with the increase in electric infrastructure projects, especially in data centers, has led organizations to seek more professionals at managerial or executive levels. The same applies to battery systems, notably focused on energy expansion and storage,” says Bruna Pescuma, manager at Michael Page.
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The consultant explains that there is also a greater search for specialists who can navigate critical mission projects found in data centers, hospitals, and banks. “There is a greater concentration and urgency for specialists who can operate and deliver results in these segments. We have focused efforts on finding these professionals due to the strong demand,” she points out.
Check out the list of in-demand positions in the energy sector:
Position: Sales Director (Electric Infrastructure)
What it entitles: leading commercial strategies and expanding sales of electrical solutions for this sector; negotiating large contracts, managing clients, managing teams, as well as monitoring trends, competition, and new sector demands to adapt sales strategies.
Job profile: deep technical knowledge of production equipment, as well as knowledge of regulations in response to audits and strong managerial skills. It is important to emphasize that specific requirements may vary according to the company, the size of the organization, and the scope of the position’s responsibilities. Strong experience in technical sales, leadership, and deep knowledge of the electric infrastructure sector for critical missions is required, as well as experience with negotiating large contracts and relationship management. Additionally, the professional should have technical knowledge, mastering energy solutions, electrical distribution, UPS, panels, cables, and critical infrastructure for mission-critical environments. Fluent English is also a mandatory requirement.
Salary: R$ 30 thousand to R$ 55 thousand
Reason for growth in 2025: The critical mission market, especially for data centers (driven by cloud technology and AI), is experiencing strong expansion.
Position: Sales and New Business Manager – Batteries
What it entitles: responsible for driving the commercialization of energy storage solutions in batteries for applications in distributed generation, solar/wind power plants, and backup systems, and building strong relationships with major players in the Energy sector. Responsible for all business development (mainly for utilities, project developers, EPCs, and energy integrators).
Job profile: technical knowledge is necessary (mastering battery technologies, inverters, and integration with electrical grids), possessing strategic relationships and strong experience in technical sales, knowledge of the energy market, and negotiation skills to close large-scale projects.
Salary: R$ 18 thousand to R$ 30 thousand
Reason for growth in 2025: The Renewable Energy market is experiencing strong growth, regulation, and government incentives, and mainly due to the increasing demand for energy self-sufficiency and electrical grid security in Brazil.
Position: Application Specialist – Batteries
What it entitles: responsible for providing advanced technical support and ensuring the correct specification, integration, and implementation of energy storage solutions. Necessary to provide technical support to the commercial area and clients and ensure system integration and commissioning.
Job profile: requires extensive technical knowledge to operate in the area. Typically holds a degree in Electrical Engineering, experience with energy storage systems, advanced knowledge of electrical systems, inverters, electrical protection, and communication protocols, as well as commercial acumen. Advanced English is also a requirement.
Salary: R$ 15 thousand to R$ 20 thousand
Reason for growth in 2025: The Renewable Energy market is on the rise, regulation, and government incentives along with growing demand for energy self-sufficiency and electrical grid security. This professional is becoming increasingly sought after as the technical person responsible for ensuring the application and operation of the system.
Position: Operations Director – Electric Infrastructure
What it entitles: responsible for managing and improving electricity generation, transmission, and distribution operations, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and compliance of electrical systems. Leads technical and strategic teams to ensure that electrical infrastructure supports sector demands, whether in utilities, data centers, industries, construction, or renewable energy.
Job profile: in addition to technical, operational, and planning knowledge, it is necessary to manage operations and maintenance, planning, and expansion of infrastructure, engineering resources, and have solid experience in leadership and team management, as well as crisis management and decision making.
Salary: R$ 40 thousand to R$ 45 thousand
Reason for growth in 2025: The critical mission market, especially for data centers (driven by cloud technology and AI), is experiencing strong expansion, and operations become essential to ensure the healthy functioning of such environments.
About Michael Page
Michael Page, part of PageGroup, is the ideal choice for companies seeking to hire high and middle management executives. With solid expertise in this segment, the company offers comprehensive and personalized solutions to meet the specific needs of each client. Through a consultative and specialized approach, Michael Page identifies the most qualified professionals compatible with leadership position requirements. With a broad networking and a team of experienced consultants, the company is prepared to assist in strategic hires that will drive the growth and success of organizations.
With a range of solutions for Human Resources, PageGroup is an English group listed on the London Stock Exchange and is present in 37 countries. Currently, its more than 9,000 employees work across different cultures and markets, contributing to its knowledge in three spheres: global, regional, and local. The consultants, distributed throughout the country in our five offices (São Paulo, Campinas, Rio de Janeiro, Curitiba, and Recife), have been responsible for the recruitment of over 40 thousand professionals in Brazil since 2001.
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