SANDRA SMITH
Founder & Managing Director
Supporting Data Center & Energy Infrastructure Teams with Commissioning & Field Service Talent
With a 35-year career in Talent Acquisition, project environments, and technical recruiting, I specialize in supporting hiring leaders across Power Generation, Electrical Energy, and Data Center infrastructure.
My background includes:
- Corporate recruiting experience with OEM organizations including Rockwell Automation
- Direct exposure to field operations through close alignment with NETA-certified technicians
- A deep understanding of what differentiates top-performing talent in commissioning, testing, and field service environments
How I support hiring leaders
I work with hiring managers and leadership teams who are:
- Scaling commissioning and field service teams
- Struggling to find technically capable, field-ready talent
- Focused on improving long-term reliability and team performance
My approach is focused on:
- Understanding real-world operational needs—not just job descriptions
- Identifying professionals who can perform in demanding field environments
- Aligning talent with both project delivery and long-term operational success
Industry Focus
- Data Centers
- Power Generation
- Electrical Energy & Critical Infrastructure
- Commissioning & Field Service
Additional Capabilities
- Leadership & talent strategy support
- Pre-employment and leadership assessment
- Job analysis and workforce alignment
Let’s Connect ; https://www.linkedin.com/in/talentbysandra/
If your team is experiencing challenges finding or retaining qualified technical talent, I’d welcome a conversation.
sandra@insightenergycareers.com