Oil and Gas
Recruiting technical and leadership talent for exploration, production, services, and related oil and gas operations where experience, safety awareness, and field knowledge matter.
Energy Talent Search helps Dallas energy employers hire engineering talent for oil and gas, renewable energy, mining, manufacturing, and energy infrastructure roles. Our recruiters combine decades of sector experience with passive candidate sourcing, thorough screening, and white-glove support, helping North Texas teams fill hard-to-reach technical positions without slowing project timelines or growth.

Specialized recruitment solutions for engineering, technical, project, and leadership roles across the energy sector.
Recruiting technical and leadership talent for exploration, production, services, and related oil and gas operations where experience, safety awareness, and field knowledge matter.
Strategic sourcing for niche engineering, technical, and hard-to-fill roles, with emphasis on passive candidates who are not actively applying through public job boards.
Specialized recruiting for solar, wind, alternative energy, and green infrastructure teams building modern energy solutions and competing for high-demand technical talent.
Flexible contract engineering staffing and project-based consultant placement for employers needing specialized support during expansions, capital projects, or urgent technical initiatives.
Long-term hiring strategies designed to build cohesive energy teams, improve retention, and match candidates with the values and expectations of the employer.
Full-service recruiting support for energy employers, from role planning and candidate outreach to screening, interview coordination, offer support, and placement.

We begin by learning your engineering role, project goals, technical requirements, compensation range, and hiring timeline. For Dallas energy employers, we also consider regional competition, relocation realities, and the specialized mix of office, field, and operations experience needed.
Energy Talent Search brings specialized focus, transparent communication, and tailored recruitment strategy to every search.
Decades in energy recruitment help us understand technical roles, project demands, and hiring risk.
We reach employed engineers Dallas employers often cannot access through job postings alone.
Our white-glove process keeps searches organized, transparent, and aligned with your hiring timeline.
We support oil, gas, renewable, mining, and infrastructure hiring across Dallas and national markets.
Experienced recruiters supporting energy employers with integrity.

Co-Founder
Michael Dixon is a Co-Founder of Energy Talent Search, a Denver, Colorado-based specialized recruitment agency dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with top employers across the energy sector. With decades of collective experience behind the agency, Michael plays a central role in shaping company strategy, driving operational excellence, and establishing Energy Talent Search as a trusted, integrity-driven recruitment partner. His expertise spans traditional oil and gas, renewable energy, technology, manufacturing, and accounting and finance. Michael is committed to delivering a personalized, white-glove recruitment experience that prioritizes both client success and candidate fit, ensuring every placement contributes meaningfully to the companies and professionals he serves.

Operations Manager
Sienna Hopkins serves as Operations Manager at Energy Talent Search, where she is responsible for ensuring the seamless and efficient execution of the agency's recruitment services. Based in Denver, Colorado, Sienna oversees team management, internal workflows, and day-to-day operational processes that support the agency's mission to deliver personalized and thorough recruitment solutions. Her organizational expertise and dedication to process excellence help Energy Talent Search maintain its reputation for white-glove service across industries including energy, technology, manufacturing, and accounting and finance. Sienna is committed to creating an environment where both clients and candidates experience responsive, transparent, and results-driven support throughout the hiring process.

Business Manager
Brooke Hawkins is the Business Manager at Energy Talent Search, playing a vital role in overseeing day-to-day operations and managing client relationships across the agency's diverse portfolio of industries. Based in Denver, Colorado, Brooke ensures that both employers and job seekers receive the highest level of personalized service and support from initial consultation through successful placement. Her focus on building strong, lasting relationships reflects the agency's core values of honesty, transparency, and integrity. Brooke's ability to align client expectations with operational delivery helps Energy Talent Search consistently provide the boutique, white-glove recruitment experience that sets the agency apart in the competitive energy sector staffing landscape.
Entry-level engineers in Dallas commonly earn competitive salaries, often influenced by discipline, degree, internship experience, certifications, and the employer’s sector. Energy, oil and gas, manufacturing, and infrastructure roles may command stronger compensation when candidates bring field exposure, software proficiency, or specialized technical training. Employers should benchmark pay against current market demand and total compensation, including bonuses, relocation, and benefits.
Connect with our team for practical hiring guidance.
Decades supporting specialized energy hiring.
Specialized access to hard-to-reach candidates.
Personalized recruiting built on transparency.
Tell us about your hiring goals, timelines, and technical requirements. Our team will respond with a practical recruiting path for your energy roles.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (720) 260-4250. You can also send us a quick email at info@energytalentsearch.com.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (720) 260-4250. You can also send us a quick email at info@energytalentsearch.com.