United States
🔧 Helping US and Canadian companies hire specialist mechanical engineers in the toughest markets 🇺🇸 If you're struggling to hire mechanical engineers with expertise in 💧 liquid cooling, 🌡️ thermal systems, or ⚙️ precision mechanical design — that’s where I come in. I’m James Potter, Executive Search Partner & Global Managing Director at FLARE Search 🚀 — a boutique engineering recruitment firm focused on placing high-calibre mechanical engineering talent across the US market. 🏗️ Expertise: 🖥️ Data Centers ⚙️ Engineering 🤖 Robotics 🧬 Life Sciences & Pharmaceutical 🛡️ Defence I specialise in the sectors where technical complexity is high and hiring pressure is even higher: 🔹 Liquid Cooling & Thermal Management 🔹 Semiconductors 🔹 Aerospace & Defence 🔹 EV & Clean Energy 🔹 Industrial Automation Before launching FLARE Search, I spent 15 years recruiting engineering talent globally 🌍 — including leading the build-out of Shell’s mechanical engineering and design teams at scale. That experience demanded rigorous technical screening, speed under pressure, and the ability to engage engineers who weren’t actively looking. That’s still how I work today. ❌ No “post and pray” recruiting ✅ Targeted headhunting of specialist engineering talent ✅ Technical understanding of the roles, tools, and industry nuances ✅ Direct, transparent communication throughout the process Why US companies partner with me: 🛠️ Deep specialism in mechanical engineering recruitment 🌎 Access to US and Canadian engineers working internationally — citizens ready to return home 📋 Shell-grade rigour in technical qualification and candidate assessment ⚡ Fast, focused, no-nonsense execution 📍 Currently active in: Phoenix • Austin • Huntsville • Dallas • Raleigh-Durham • Columbus • Seattle • San Antonio 🤝 If you’re hiring for a mechanical engineering role that’s proving difficult to fill, let’s connect. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 📧 [email protected] 🇺🇸 US Office 100 E Pine St, Suite 110, Orlando, FL 🇬🇧 UK Office 123 Harvey Drive, Chestfield, Whitstable, Kent 📱 US: +1 582 234 0574 📱 UK: +44 7887 247360 FLARE Search — Bridging the U.S. & Canadian Markets 🌎
👋 Welcome to FLARE Recruitment! As the Global Recruitment Partner at FLARE, I lead a team of dedicated professionals focused on overcoming Talent Search Challenges with a proven track record of filling Hard-to-Fill Positions across diverse industries. Typically, we help clients fill highly specialized roles that have been open for 3+ months due to niche skills or challenging market conditions. We work closely with companies at the board and director level, focusing on long-term, mutually beneficial relationships where our value is truly recognized. With over 14 years of experience in executing C-level appointments and managing large-scale talent sourcing projects, I’m passionate about connecting top-tier talent with forward-thinking organizations. 💡 Our Philosophy: People and Partnerships Over Numbers At FLARE, we believe in building strategic, trusted partnerships with clients and candidates. Our commitment is rooted in providing a quality, transparent, and collaborative service. Recruitment is not just about revenue and figures but about fostering meaningful relationships that drive success. 🌍 Global Reach, Local Expertise With a global perspective and a keen understanding of regional nuances, FLARE operates seamlessly across the UK, USA, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Our goal is to help individuals advance their careers and partner with companies to source exceptional candidates for their organizations. 🎯 Our Niche Strengths Identifying local professionals — i.e., local nationals with international experience who are looking to return home Uncovering high-caliber candidates often missed by internal teams or traditional recruitment providers 🤝 Let's Connect! 📧 Email: [email protected] 📞 Phone: +44 7887 247360