Talent Acquisition Partner (Hybrid)

Bertrandt; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Bertrandt US Inc invites an experienced TECHNICAL RECRUITER to lead full-cycle recruiting for engineering roles across multiple sites in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment. You will directly source top talent, manage complex hiring across sites, and collaborate closely with engineering leaders on workforce planning.

The role emphasizes strong communication, urgency, and hands-on immigration knowledge to support sponsorships (L-1, E-1, TN, OPT, OPT STEM, etc.).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business, or related field is required.
• Minimum 3+ years of direct engineering/technical recruiting experience.
• Experience recruiting engineers across multiple sites or states.
• Solid knowledge of U.S. work visa processes and immigration rules.

Responsibilities

• Own full-cycle recruiting from intake to offer acceptance.
• Direct source passive engineering talent using Boolean and LinkedIn Recruiter.
• Manage multi-site recruiting portfolios and timelines.
• Provide proactive follow-up with hiring managers and candidates.
• Partner with engineering leadership on workforce planning and visa sponsorship.

Skills

Direct sourcing

Boolean search

LinkedIn Recruiter

Candidate engagement

Multi-site recruitment

Immigration knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field

Tools

ATS

CRM

Job description

Description

TECHNICAL RECRUITER (Talent Acquisition Partner) – AUTOMOTIVE & ENGINEERING

Drive the Future at the Intersection of Technology and Mobility.

The automotive industry is transforming faster than ever, powered by advances in AI, software, autonomous systems, digital engineering, and next-generation mobility solutions. We're seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Partner to help build the teams leading that transformation.

In this role, you'll partner with business leaders to attract exceptional talent supporting some of the most innovative engineering and technology initiatives in the industry. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, understand how to compete for top talent, and enjoy influencing hiring strategy, we invite you to join us.

Location: San Jose, CA - Hybrid (Onsite at least 3 days per week to support hiring teams)
Company: Bertrandt US Inc
Employment Type: Full-Time / Exempt

ABOUT THE ROLE

Bertrandt is seeking a highly driven Technical Recruiter with 5+ years of direct engineering, preferably automotive industry recruiting experience to support engineering and technical hiring across multiple sites.

This is a high-impact role requiring strong direct sourcing ability, exceptional communication skills, disciplined follow-up, and a strong sense of urgency in competitive talent markets.

WHAT YOU WILL RECRUIT FOR

You will lead full-cycle recruiting for technical roles including:

• Automotive (ADAS) Engineers
• Electrical Engineers
• Mechanical Engineers
• Embedded Systems Engineers
• Software Engineers (Automotive Systems)
• CAD / CATIA / NX Designers
• Validation & Testing Engineers
• Manufacturing & Industrial Engineers
• Quality & Product Development Engineers

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own full-cycle recruiting from intake to offer acceptance
• Direct source passive engineering talent using advanced Boolean and LinkedIn Recruiter
• Manage multi-site recruiting portfolios
• Operate with urgency to fill high-priority technical roles
• Maintain exceptional communication with hiring managers and candidates
• Provide consistent, proactive follow-up
• Conduct technical and behavioral pre-screens
• Partner with engineering leadership on workforce planning
• Support candidates requiring work visa sponsorship (L-1, E-1, TN, OPT, OPT STEM, etc.)
• Ensure compliance with immigration and employment regulations
• Track recruiting metrics and drive process improvements

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in recruiting, preferably within the automotive industry.
• Demonstrated success recruiting engineers and technical professionals
• Strong direct sourcing and passive candidate engagement skills
• Experience supporting multi-site or multi-state hiring
• Working knowledge of U.S. work visa processes
• ATS and CRM proficiency
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with disciplined follow-through
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions with urgency and precision
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in OEM, Tier 1/Tier 2 supplier, or engineering consulting environment
• Global recruiting experience is a plus, particularly Germany or other international markets.
• German language proficiency would be a plus.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Technical Talent Acquisition Expertise
• Advanced Direct Sourcing
• Strong Sense of Urgency
• Exceptional Follow-Up and Accountability
• Multi-Site Recruitment Management
• Immigration & Compliance Knowledge
• Stakeholder Partnership & Consultative Approach

WHY JOIN BERTRANDT

• Work on cutting-edge automotive and mobility technologies
• Collaborate with top engineering professionals
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Growth opportunities within a global organization
• High-performance, team-oriented culture

$120,000 - $168,000 a year

Salary pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, certifications, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges are subject to change in the future.

Bertrandt US is an Equal Opportunity Employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.