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Engineering Recruiter

Optimal Inc.
Plymouth, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/12/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/11/2025


Job Description

As we expand our staffing team, we are seeking a highly skilled Engineering Recruiter to join us.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering recruitment, with automotive industry experience (preferably within OEMs). You will be responsible for managing a continuous requisition load of 10-12 open positions. Key duties include sourcing candidates through job postings, job boards, internet research, social media, employee referrals, and networking events.

The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, highly organized, and possess excellent analytical, problem-solving, verbal, and written communication skills. You should also excel at building relationships and interacting with various stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Always manage a continuous requisition load of 10-12 open positions.
  • The role involves sourcing, screening, and securing top talent while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders.
  • Source candidates using job postings, job boards, social media, internet research, networking events, and employee referrals.
  • Post job openings on traditional and non-traditional platforms, including industry-specific boards and social media.
  • Maintain accurate and detailed documentation in the applicant tracking system, including candidate searches, interactions, and recruitment activities.
  • Conduct technical screenings and present qualified candidates for client-assigned roles.
  • Prepare candidates for interviews, extend job offers, and oversee the onboarding process.
  • Ensure all recruitment activities comply with applicable regulations, policies, and best practices.
  • Perform background checks and drug screenings as per client standards (e.g., Ford Motors, General Motors, Stellantis, Hyundai KIA Motors, Magna-Cosma).
  • Participate in career fairs and develop strategies to attract and engage talent from targeted industries, companies, and communities.
  • Build and maintain candidate pipelines, leveraging the applicant tracking system to support awareness, goal setting, and accountability.
  • Conduct reference checks for in-house hires.
  • Provide support for other recruitment-related tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum 5 years of full-cycle recruitment experience in mid- to large-sized organizations.
  • 1-2 years of experience in automotive engineering recruitment required.
  • 2-3 years of experience in a fast-paced work environment.
  • Proficient in MS Office, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), LinkedIn Recruiter, and other online recruitment methods.
  • Understanding and identifying the company's engineering recruitment needs and requirements.
  • Use job boards, social networks, and other professional platforms to attract prospective candidates.
  • Conduct initial interviews to assess applicant's technical knowledge, soft skills and cultural fit.
  • Coordinate interview process with engineering hiring managers.
  • Stay up to date on current recruiting methods and industry trends.
  • Provide regular updates and feedback to hiring managers.
  • Negotiating job offers and onboarding new hires.
  • Maintaining a database of potential future candidates.
  • Self-motivated, ambitious, and results driven.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field

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