Energy, Oil & Gas, Chemical, and Engineering Recruiters for Critical Leadership and Specialist Roles
Woman-Owned, Houston-Based Search Firm—Aligning People, Purpose, and Performance
At TLR Search, we’re a Houston-based, woman-owned recruiting firm specializing in energy, oil & gas, chemical, and engineering industries.
With over 40 years of combined experience, we help companies in these sectors hire engineers, strategic leaders, and technical specialists for business-critical roles just below the C-suite.
Our searches are backed by a placement guarantee, and 40% of our hires are from underrepresented groups, delivering the right talent, the right fit, every time.
Whether in oil & gas, energy transition, or chemical manufacturing, we recruit engineers, leaders, and specialists for roles where precision, safety, and innovation drive business results.
If you’re scaling into new markets, replacing key talent, or building lean, high-impact teams, hiring the right person changes everything, and we know how to find them.
Why Clients Choose TLR Search
We make hiring easier—while protecting your time and reputation.
TLR Search handles candidate outreach, qualification, and technical vetting — taking the heavy lifting off your plate so you can focus on what matters most: strategy.
What Makes Us Different?
Here’s what makes TLR Search different and why clients in energy and chemicals choose us:
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Woman-owned & HUB-certified: Inclusive, diverse perspective in every search.
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Experience where it matters: 40+ combined years placing senior technical and leadership talent.
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Proven diversity results: 40% of placements from underrepresented groups.
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Critical role focus: Specialists for roles just below the C‑suite.
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Placement guarantee: Every hire backed for fit and performance.
How Our Search Process Delivers Better Hires
Our strategy goes beyond sourcing.
We leverage deep sector expertise, modern outreach, and rigorous assessment for both technical skill and culture fit.
We’re not just filling roles, we’re building the high-impact, agile teams you need to compete and grow.
Our process isn’t transactional—it’s relationship-driven, ensuring every hire strengthens both the team and the business.
Our Core Search Capabilities:
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Specialized Executive Search
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Engineering Recruitment
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Niche Technical Talent Acquisition
Who We Help—Industries We Serve:
We work with companies in energy, oil & gas, chemicals, and the broader industrial sectors.
We match them with leaders, engineers, and specialists who make a measurable difference.
Whether scaling to new markets, building lean teams, or replacing key people, we know how to deliver.
Explore Our Industry Expertise
We work across the industries that power progress.
Click to learn more about each recruiting specialization:
Energy Recruiting & Executive Search
Find leaders and experts for renewable energy, power, and grid projects, sourced through our network of proven industry specialists.
Oil & Gas Recruiting Specialists
We help companies across all sectors of energy — from oil & gas to renewables, power generation, and emerging technologies — hire engineers, project leaders, technical specialists, and strategic executives who deliver results in high‑stakes environments. From upstream exploration and midstream infrastructure to renewable integration, grid modernization, refining operations, and low‑carbon innovation, we connect you with talent equipped to meet today’s technical and commercial demands.
Energy Transition Talent Acquisition
In sectors like hydrogen, carbon capture (CCS and CCUS), renewables, and sustainable fuels, we recruit innovators who can lead commercial launches, manage complex projects, and scale emerging technologies.
Chemical Industry Recruiting Experts
We help chemical manufacturing and process industry companies hire experienced leaders, engineers, and technical specialists for critical roles. Our chemical recruiting network delivers problem‑solvers who improve safety, streamline operations, and drive product innovation.
Engineering Recruitment & Executive Search
From mechanical and manufacturing engineers to design and process engineering leaders, we identify technical talent that keeps industrial, energy, and chemical projects on time and on budget.
Across every sector we serve, our searches start with alignment—clarity on what success looks like for your business, your team, and the person you hire.
Let’s Build the Right Team Together
Ready to hire the engineers, leaders, and specialists who will transform your business?
Contact your Houston-based energy, oil & gas, chemical, and engineering recruitment partner — TLR Search — and start your search today.