Boutique, Senior-Level Attention
A focused caseload means every search gets direct partner involvement from first call to close.
Energy, Refining, Petrochemical & Specialty Chemical
We place Leaders, Engineers, and EHS Professionals who can run high-consequence operations.
AGES, L.P. is a boutique search firm built for energy, refining, petrochemical, and specialty chemical companies that can't afford a hiring miss in the top seat.
Sector FocusRefiningPetrochemicalEnergySpecialty Chemical
Why AGES, L.P.
A firm built around one search at a time.
You pay for results, so we don't post jobs waiting for applicants to apply. We run targeted based searches led by principals--so you get real candidates and real urgency, not a stack of submitted resumes.
Sector Specialization
Deep, standing relationships across refining and industrial leadership — never a cold start.
Confidentiality by Design
A discreet process built for sensitive successions, protecting both the company and every candidate approached.
Accountability Through Completion
Engaged through onboarding, not just to a signed offer — success is measured by the hire's first year.
How We Work
A disciplined, four-phase search.
Weeks 1–2
Discovery & Position Spec
Align on requirements, compensation, and success criteria with your leadership team.
Weeks 2–6
Market Mapping & Sourcing
Identify and approach qualified sitting and passive candidates across our network.
Weeks 6–10
Assessment & Interviews
Vet finalists and present a short list with references and structured assessments.
Weeks 10–14
Offer & Onboarding
Manage the offer process and support a smooth leadership transition.
What Clients & Candidates Say
Relationships that outlast the placement.
A sample of feedback from the engineers we've placed and the companies we've placed them with.
Vickie recently placed me in my current position. Her professional and personal manner made my family feel comfortable in the process. She matched my skills, needs, and experiences with a company I had not considered previously.
Sheldon W.
Project Manager
They do not shot-gun your resume to everyone, but match your talents with the position. I strongly recommend AGES, LP.
Jack
Lead Inspection Engineer, Houston Petrochemical Organization
She has myriad contacts in the industry, and her professional & personal demeanor is unmatched. She maintains a strong business relationship with her clients.
Robert
Process Engineering Group Lead
Candidates sent to us from the Austin Group are thoroughly screened to ensure they will be a good fit for our organization. Several have remained loyal, productive employees.
Andrew
Unit Manager, Petrochemical Plant
Austin Group has been on my preferred list of recruiters for Safety, Engineering and Environmental candidates for many years. They've found us well qualified candidates we hired. I highly recommend them.
HR Leader
Louisiana Specialty Chemical Manufacturer
For the last 10 years Austin has provided me and my company with intelligent, personable and capable employees. I would highly recommend them to any company that wants to strategically staff for future growth.
Bobby
Director of Human Resources