Senior Technical Recruiter

NextGenEnergyJobs; Portland, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Equity

Flexible PTO

Health benefits

Job summary

NextGenEnergyJobs is seeking a Senior Technical Recruiter for an on-site role in Portland, OR. You will own full-cycle recruiting for highly specialized engineering, science, and technical roles, partnering with hiring managers to define needs and implement sourcing strategies.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience in startup or high-growth settings, strong interpersonal skills, and proficiency with Greenhouse and tools like LinkedIn Recruiter and Gem.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting in technical/engineering/scientific roles.
• Proven ability to source hard‑to‑find technical talent via outbound search, referrals and targeted outreach.
• Experience in startup or high-growth environments with evolving priorities.
• Strong communicator with a candidate-first mindset and delivery focus.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems (ideally Greenhouse) and sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, Gem).

Responsibilities

• Own full-cycle recruitment for high-volume, specialized engineering, science and technical roles.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand needs, role requirements and ideal profiles.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies using outbound search, referrals and campaigns.
• Screen candidates for technical ability and cultural fit, guiding them through interviews.
• Coordinate onsite interviews and manage scheduling and logistics.
• Maintain strong candidate pipelines for priority roles.
• Collaborate with People Operations and hiring teams to ensure a consistent experience.
• Leverage data and market insights to refine search strategies.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

Technical recruiting

Sourcing

ATS (Greenhouse)

LinkedIn Recruiter

Tools

Gem

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

This is primarily an on-site position, based at our offices, lab, and shop in Portland, Oregon.

Responsibilities

• Our core technology is the node, a device that produces energy in the ocean’s harshest conditions for years at a time without human maintenance or intervention.
• Our organization is in an exciting phase of growth, and building a world-class team is critical to our success. We are seeking an experienced Senior Technical Recruiter to support full-cycle recruiting efforts for technical and non-technical roles across the organization. This person will bring deep expertise in talent acquisition strategy, sourcing, and candidate engagement to help us scale thoughtfully and intentionally. In close partnership with hiring managers and cross-functional stakeholders, this role will focus on identifying and securing top talent while ensuring an exceptional candidate experience. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, high-impact environment and bring a continuous improvement mindset to everything they do.
• Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills and be able to thrive in a creative, scrappy, and collaborative environment in which the best ideas change the company’s direction on a regular basis. If you are an excellent engineer, regardless of your background, we want you to apply.
• Our staff have worked at organizations such as SpaceX, Blue Origin, Boeing, Tesla, Apple, Virgin Orbit, Astra, Google, Amazon, Microsoft, New Relic, Bridgewater, Raytheon, Disney Imagineering, and the US Army and Air Force, as well as research universities, startups, and small companies across a range of industries. We are organized as a public benefit corporation and are backed by leading venture capital firms, private investors, philanthropic investors, and endowments.
• Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills and be able to thrive in a creative, scrappy, and collaborative environment in which the best ideas change the company’s direction on a regular basis.
• Own full-cycle recruitment for a high-volume req load across highly specialized engineering, science, and technical roles, with flexibility to support additional functions as business needs evolve.
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand team needs, role requirements, and ideal candidate profiles.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to attract top technical talent through a mix of outbound search, referrals, and targeted campaigns.
• Screen and assess candidates for technical and cultural alignment, guiding them through the interview process with a high-touch approach.
• Ability to support with onsite interviews end-to-end, including scheduling, logistics, and ensuring a smooth, welcoming candidate experience.
• Maintain strong pipelines of qualified candidates for high-priority and hard-to-fill positions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners including People Operations and hiring teams to ensure a smooth and consistent candidate experience.
• Leverage recruiting data and market insights to inform search strategies and advise on hiring decisions.
• Represent the company in conversations with candidates, acting as a knowledgeable and compelling ambassador of our mission and work.
• Stay up to date on industry trends, compensation benchmarks, and evolving best practices in technical recruiting.

Requirements

• 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with a proven track record of hiring for technical, engineering, and scientific roles.
• Demonstrated success in sourcing and engaging hard-to-find technical talent through outbound search, referrals, and targeted outreach.
• Experience recruiting in startup or high-growth environments where priorities and structures evolve quickly.
• Strong communicator with a candidate-first mindset and commitment to delivering an exceptional experience throughout the hiring process.
• Strong knowledge and experience using applicant tracking systems (ideally Greenhouse) and sourcing tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, Gem, or equivalent.
• Adaptable and proactive, with the ability to operate effectively in environments that are fast-moving and often ambiguous.
• Proven ability to partner effectively with hiring managers and cross-functional teams to define role requirements and hiring strategies.
• Skilled in evaluating candidates for both technical capabilities and cultural alignment.
• Experience managing pipelines for high-volume and hard-to-fill roles in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable using data and market insights to guide decision-making and improve recruiting outcomes.
• Confident and genuine in representing company mission and culture to candidates.
• Knowledge of current recruiting trends, compensation norms, and best practices in technical hiring.
• Curiosity about emerging technologies and a genuine interest in the technical and scientific work of the teams you support.
• Travel to vendors and test sites as needed.
• Intermittently able to work longer hours and weekends to support critical needs. While we expect a lot of each other, we also offer a high degree of autonomy and work-life balance, including flexible PTO and flexible working hours.

Benefits

• If hired for this full-time role, you will receive:
• Cash compensation of $110,000 - $155,000.
• Equity in the company. We’re all owners and if we’re successful, this equity should be far and away the most valuable component of your compensation.
• A benefits package that helps you take care of yourself and your family, including: Flexible paid time off Health insurance (the company pays 100% of gold-level PPO plan for full-time employees, their partners, and dependents) Dental insurance (the company pays 100% for full-time employees, their partners, and dependents) Vision insurance (the company pays 100% for full-time employees, their partners, and dependents) Disability insurance (the company pays 100% for a policy to provide long-term financial support if you become disabled) Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts, including 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSA
• Relocation assistance to facilitate your move to Portland (if needed).