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What if the simplest habit is the one that transforms your entire career?  This The Leadership Learns Podcast episode featured a conversation with Sebastien Breteau, Founder and CEO of QIMA  - a global force in TIC. During our discussion, Sebastien talked about the principle he hopes his children - and future leaders - carry with them: Show up, follow through, and do what you say you’ll do. 💪 He explains that when people see you consistently honour your commitments, they naturally place greater trust in you. Doors open. Responsibilities grow. Your influence expands. 📈 What seems like a simple habit becomes a long-term advantage in both business and life. 🔗 To learn how X4 Engineering supports teams driving innovation across the engineering sector, get in touch: https://lnkd.in/eGFE9rrZ #Leadership #EngineeringLeadership #ProfessionalGrowth #CareerAdvice

We recently asked our network which area is likely to drive the most engineering job growth in 2026. Renewable and clean energy dominated the poll (47% of the vote) and it’s not hard to see why.🔋 Funding for grid modernisation, storage, and large-scale transition projects is ramping up across the U.S. and Europe, and many teams are already mapping out the talent they’ll need to keep pace. What stood out just as much was the spread across the other sectors. Infrastructure, manufacturing and environmental systems all pulled similar support, which reflects what we’re seeing day to day: different markets, same talent pool. 🎣 Electrical, mechanical, civil, controls, project engineering - the competition doesn’t stay within sector lines anymore. Everyone’s hiring from the same bench. If you’re reviewing your approach for next year and want a clearer view of where the real pressure points are likely to be, we can help you get ahead of them: https://lnkd.in/er8ZG5da #Engineering #Hiring #CleanEnergy #Renewables

This week, X4 Engineering are in Düsseldorf for MEDICA 2025 🇩🇪 AI-enabled diagnostics, connected systems and shifting regulatory requirements are changing what gets built (and what needs to be certified) Matthew Wisdom will be meeting healthtech clients and partners throughout the week to discuss how these changes are affecting hiring, where skills shortages are emerging, and what organisations need to plan for in 2026. If you’re attending MEDICA and want to connect, reach out to Matthew: 📩 m.wisdom@x4engineering.com 📞 857 340 5266 #MEDICA2025 #MedicalDevices #TIC #Auditing

We're heading to Porto next week for AMMS 2025 ✈️ Association of Professional Social Compliance Auditors Inc. (APSCA) is marking ten years of pushing standards forward in social compliance auditing - and with global scrutiny on supply chains only growing, the need for credible, independent auditors is rising with it. Sam Kent will be on the ground meeting auditing leaders and digging into the talent pressures that are already shaping 2026. If you’ll be in Porto and want to talk auditor mobility, hiring trends, or what strong compliance teams actually need right now, Sam’s available to connect. 📩 s.kent@x4engineering.com 📞 US: (718) 540-9657 | UK: 020 3967 2421 #APSCA #SocialCompliance #Auditing #TIC #Sustainability

Projects shift. Deadlines move. New requirements appear overnight. That’s why every successful engineering business needs a recruitment partner that can flex with them. At X4 Engineering, our model is built around agility – delivering both contract and contingency solutions that scale with project demand: ⚙️ Contract talent Specialist engineers who can mobilise fast to meet critical project milestones, whether it’s a 3-month turnaround or a multi-year build. 🏗️ Contingency search Perm recruitment designed for long-term growth, delivered with deep market knowledge and speed. 💬 Learn more about how we help engineering businesses stay ahead of project demand: https://lnkd.in/ef-aW7je #Engineering #Energy #Manufacturing #ContractWork #ContingencySearch

As we approach 2026, global engineering is poised for another period of change and opportunity. Investment in clean energy across the U.S. is accelerating. Infrastructure renewal is a priority across Europe. And environmental resilience projects are gathering momentum worldwide. We’re already seeing shifts in hiring demand across multiple specialisms, but we’d like to hear from you: 💭 Which area do YOU believe will drive the most engineering job growth in 2026? #Engineering #Infrastructure #Energy #Renewables #Manufacturing #CivilEngineering

Reports from August 2025 highlight growing strain on the U.S. water sector. 💧 From aging infrastructure and workforce shortages to new demands created by AI data centres and cybersecurity threats, utilities and municipalities are under increasing pressure to modernise. At X4 Engineering, we believe these challenges underline just how central engineers are to protecting critical infrastructure and ensuring future capacity. 👋 If you’re an engineer looking to contribute to the modernisation of infrastructure, we’d love to help you explore roles where your skills can make a lasting impact: https://lnkd.in/e_bwGUMu #Engineering #WaterInfrastructure #CivilEngineering #USA

In a couple of weeks X4 Engineering will be visiting the Advancing Data Center Construction conference in Atlanta. Our Data Center & Mission Critical team have had a record year and have been in the eye of the storm on the growth & challenges within the space. Dan Ali and Charlie Phillips-Powell will be meeting our network and sharing their insights on growth strategy throughout the event. If growth is top of your agenda for the next year make sure to reach out to them. #DataCenter #Construction #MissionCritical #Automation #X4Engineering

As we move into Q4, the U.S. wind energy landscape is shifting.  Not without challenges, but with serious opportunity. 💡 Offshore wind projects like Vineyard Wind are coming online, and others are deep in development. Meanwhile, SunZia (onshore + transmission) is pushing forward as one of the largest projects in the Western Hemisphere.  There are permit setbacks – last week's request to cancel Maryland’s offshore permit is a reminder that regulatory risk is still front and centre.  But demand remains strong: Ørsted estimates over 130,000 U.S. jobs already depend on onshore wind. And that number is growing. 💬 If you’re an engineer exploring how your skills can contribute, get in touch with our team. We’d love to help you play your part in building a sustainable future: https://lnkd.in/e_bwGUMu #US #Renewables #WindEnergy #OnshoreWind #EngineeringJobs

Our Head of Construction Joe Wood-Lowe featuring on 'How to become A...' podcast. The series is a brilliant insight into multiple different industries and hearing about how people found their way in their respective careers, and Joe discusses his journey into recruitment and beyond. You can listen to Joe’s interview at the links below: Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gXRJfPfC Amazon: https://lnkd.in/g5RCJ6RT Apple: https://lnkd.in/ghrV8_gq #X4Engineering #TheX4Group #ConstructionRecruitment