Climate Careers Future-Proof Your Career: Tips from Acre’s Cleantech Recruiter featuring Quentin Klein, Acre
Nov 13, 2025
Quentin Klein, Principal Consultant at Acre, brings a wealth of knowledge from his transition from mechanical engineering to cleantech recruitment. He shares valuable insights on what hiring managers seek in the sustainability sector—skills, resilience, and a problem-solving mindset. Discover how to make your resume shine by treating job descriptions as challenges. Quentin emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and networking in a rapidly evolving field, along with the rising role of AI in transforming both products and workplace dynamics.
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From R&D Engineer To Cleantech Recruiter
- Quentin transitioned from mechanical R&D engineering into technical recruitment after seeking remote flexibility.
- He stumbled into recruitment but used it to focus heavily on cleantech and decarbonization hiring.
Apply Less, Apply Smarter
- For roles you want, deeply assess the JD and customize your resume to clearly call out matching bullet points.
- Supplement applications with intentional networking to increase chances of review and referral.
Mitigate Risk With Learning And Networks
- Future-proof by continuous learning and networking across adjacent ecosystems outside your core job.
- Meet new people daily and learn other sectors to build transferable skills and job search insulation.