If your LinkedIn profile reads like a job board listing, it’s time for a rethink. Recruiters in sectors like Renewable Energy, Energy Storage, AI, and advanced manufacturing aren't just scanning for job titles. They’re looking for clarity, context, and relevance. Whether you’re actively job hunting or just open to conversations, a strong profile makes a difference. Here's how to give yours a professional edge.

1. Headline That Says More Than Your Job Title

Instead of just: “Project Engineer at ABC Energy”, Try: “Project Engineer | Battery Storage | EV Charging Infrastructure | Delivering Grid-Scale Solutions”

Use vertical bars or commas to list specialisms, sectors, and keywords that recruiters actually search.

 2. About Section That Tells Your Story

Tell us who you are, what you’ve done, and where you're going. Make it readable—use short paragraphs or bullet points. Include keywords naturally: technologies, sectors, project names, languages, and tools.

Example:

Chemical Engineer with 8+ years’ experience in adhesives and coatings for the renewable energy and automotive sectors. Currently leading sustainability-driven product reformulations for EU markets. Passionate about cross-functional teamwork and lifecycle analysis.

 3. Work Experience That Adds Context

Each role should answer:

Include tools, certifications, clients (if not confidential), project outcomes, or metrics.

4. Skills Section – Quality Over Quantity

Focus on the 10–15 most relevant and searchable skills. Prioritise technical terms, software, methodologies, and industry-specific knowledge.

5. Use the Featured Section

Add links to:

 6. Custom URL & Contact Details

Edit your public URL to be clean and searchable, e.g.

Also make sure your email and region are visible if you're open to opportunities.

 7. Recommendations & Endorsements

Ask past colleagues or managers to write a recommendation. It builds trust and helps tell your story through others’ words.