How to hire an engineering recruiter

How to hire an engineering recruiter, step by step

Here's a step-by-step engineering recruiter hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an engineering recruiter job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new engineering recruiter
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the engineering recruiter you need to hire. Certain engineering recruiter roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   An engineering recruiter's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, engineering recruiters from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of engineering recruiter salaries for various roles:

   Type of Engineering Recruiter	Description	Hourly rate
   Engineering Recruiter	Human resources specialists recruit, screen, interview, and place workers. They often handle other human resources work, such as those related to employee relations, compensation and benefits, and training... Show more	$19-44
   Self-Employed	A self-employed person works without the supervision of a specific employer. Self-employed entrepreneurs decide their business plans to increase profitability and get involved with the current market trends... Show more	$12-21
   Talent Acquisition Consultant	A Talent Acquisition Consultant is responsible for sourcing and recruiting high-quality candidates. They may work in an office setting or travel to different locations to search for new talents.	$23-47

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Relationship Building
   • CRM
   • HR
   • Linkedin
   • Applicant Tracking Systems
   • Aerospace
   • Manufacturing Industry
   • Reference Checks
   • Phone Interviews
   • Salesforce
   • Career Fairs
   • Background Checks
   • Interview Process
   • ATS

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   Responsibilities:

   • Recruit a team of QA experts to do framework lead solution as a testing bed foundation for quarterly regression testing.
   • Follow OFCCP requirements for disposition of all candidates in ATS.
   • Introduce the first ATS system to increase efficiencies to the staffing division.
   • Present and prepare PowerPoint presentations on various topics to educate colleagues in the office and operate WebEx technology for conference calls.
   • Maintain internal applicant tracking system (according to OFCCP regulations).
   • Recruit, screen and operate e-verify software to verify employment and any criminal history.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your engineering recruiter job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. An engineering recruiter can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, engineering recruiters' average salary in florida is 42% less than in washington.
   • Seniority. Entry-level engineering recruiters 55% less than senior-level engineering recruiters.
   • Certifications. An engineering recruiter with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in an engineering recruiter's salary.

   Average engineering recruiter salary

   $62,060yearly

   $29.84 hourly rate

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   Entry-level engineering recruiter salary

   $41,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 23, 2026

4. Writing an engineering recruiter job description

   An engineering recruiter job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of an engineering recruiter job description:

   Engineering recruiter job description example

   Are you looking for a career with purpose? Your search ends today! ManpowerGroup is seeking a Recruiter who will specialize in the (technology) space, with the drive to understand talent, help others develop, and connect their skills to meaningful work. You will use your strong communication, organizational and technology skills to drive all aspects of recruitment and provide exceptional customer service to our candidates and clients.
   Our challenge to you:
   Put People to Work! Connect with motivated candidates to learn about their skills, match them to job opportunities and develop pathways to help them achieve their career goals Build Relationships! Leverage your social networks and industry communities to build a strong pipeline of in-demand candidates and loyal clients Hit your Goals! Own your workload and take initiative to deliver on metrics and commitments without letting distractions get in the way of success Be an Expert! Grow into an expert and adapt to the fast-paced and changing world of work by staying curious, asking questions and learning more about your areas of specialty
   
   ManpowerGroup is committed to helping our employees achieve their career goals while enjoying a strong total rewards package and award-winning culture. We're looking for high potential talent ready to start strong and deliver on the expectations below:
   Create profitable growth by hitting your performance and profitability targets and putting more people to work Build loyalty and deliver top notch service leading to strong client and candidate satisfaction ratings
   
   Apply today to hear some of our star recruiters share more about their work and career journey, giving you a glimpse into a day in the life as a member of our team. Find a career with purpose at ManpowerGroup.
   
   ManpowerGroup is an EOE/AA/Vets/Disabled Employer
   
   Qualifications:
   
   Required Experience:
   
   Industry: 1+ year in recruiting, customer service, and/or sales
   
   Education: High school diploma or equivalent
   
   Preferred Experience:
   
   Education: Associate's or bachelor's degree
   
   Technical: Experience or exposure to working in an Applicant Tracking System (e.g. Taleo, Avature, JobApp)
   
   Vertical: Knowledge and expertise in one or more verticals (IT, engineering, finance)

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right engineering recruiter for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your engineering recruiter job on Zippia to find and recruit engineering recruiter candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit engineering recruiters, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new engineering recruiter

   Once you've selected the best engineering recruiter candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new engineering recruiter. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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