Direct Hire Recruiter - Engineering

Spherion Asheville; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

A local recruiting agency in Asheville, NC is seeking a results-driven Engineering Direct Hire Recruiter. The ideal candidate should have a strong sales background and engineering recruitment experience. Responsibilities include managing recruitment processes and developing client relationships. The role offers a base salary of $50,000, plus full benefits. Applicants should have at least 2–3 years of sales experience and must demonstrate exceptional negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of proven sales experience (inside sales, outside sales, or business development).
• Minimum 2–3 years of engineering recruitment experience (agency or corporate).
• Demonstrated ability to cold call and generate new business leads.

Responsibilities

• Actively engage in new client acquisition by performing cold calls to prospective customers.
• Manage the full life cycle recruitment process for a diverse range of engineering roles.
• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans to recruit engineers.

Skills

Sales experience

Engineering recruitment

Negotiation skills

Cold calling

Job description

Spherion Asheville, NC is seeking a results-driven and highly motivated Engineering Direct Hire Recruiter to join our professional placement team. The role is critical for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment, combining a strong background in both sales and engineering-focused recruitment. The ideal candidate can handle full-cycle recruiting, identify, engage, and close top engineering talent, and generate new business opportunities.

This position is a full-time office-based role.

Base compensation starts at $50,000, with additional fee structure on direct hire placements. Full benefits include PTO, medical, and 401(k).

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Sales

• Actively engage in new client acquisition by performing cold calls to prospective customers.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-lasting client relationships, acting as a trusted consultant.
• Negotiate and close deals with clients regarding placement fees, rates, and contract terms.

Recruitment & Sourcing

• Manage the full life cycle recruitment process for a diverse range of engineering roles (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Process Engineers).
• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans to recruit engineers from active and passive candidate pools.
• Conduct in-depth interviews and effectively assess candidates' technical skills and cultural fit.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with both clients and candidates to guide them through the hiring process.
• Collaborate with internal teams and hiring managers to understand staffing needs and priorities.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate data in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of proven sales experience (inside sales, outside sales, or business development).
• Minimum 2–3 years of engineering recruitment experience (agency or corporate).
• Demonstrated ability to cold call and generate new business leads.
• Exceptional negotiation and closing skills.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Human Resources

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting

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