Talent Acquisition Specialist

Affiliated Engineers, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Affiliated Engineers, Inc., a top multidisciplinary engineering firm in Chicago, seeks a Talent Acquisition Specialist. The role involves full cycle recruiting, sourcing candidates, and ensuring compliance with laws. Ideal candidates have significant recruiting experience, especially in technical fields, and are ready to enhance AEI's recruitment efforts.

Benefits

Competitive benefits (health, dental, vision)

Year-end bonus based on performance

Opportunity for professional growth

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience as a focused Recruiter.
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems.
• Familiar with the A/E/C Industry or similar technical industry.

Responsibilities

• Provide full cycle recruiting for AEI’s offices.
• Source through various channels and plan interviews.
• Nurture trusting relationships with potential hires.

Skills

Knowledge of state and federal employment laws

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Experience with recruitment social media strategies

Education

Degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems

Job description

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Affiliated Engineers, Inc. (AEI) is a leading, multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm and collaborative community of over 800 employees who plan, design, and deliver high-performance, innovative, and holistic engineering solutions — positively impacting society and advancing humankind.

Recognized in the Top 20 Engineering Firms and Top 3 Science and Technology Firms since 2000 by Building Design + Construction Magazine, AEI is dedicated to enhancing public health and improving patient outcomes, advancing revolutionary biomedical research, and enabling the next generation of scientific discovery and technological innovation through remarkable design and award-winning projects.

From collaborating with the California Air Resources Board to transform air quality in the world’s largest, zero net energy emissions testing facility to creating human-centric, technically advanced clinical environments that elevate communities — such as Healthcare Design Magazine's 2022 Design Showcase Winner, Sarasota Memorial Hospital in Venice, Florida — our work reflects the highest standards in sustainable design practices.

As a Talent Acquisition Specialist in our Chicago office, you will help us empower our clients to achieve energy-efficient building solutions, save global environments, and create a better, greener future for all.

Here’s Why We Need You

In this role, you will provide full cycle recruiting for AEI’s offices. You will also be a member of the HR team across the AEI system. You will source through various channels, plan interviews and selection procedures, and host or participate in career events. You will ensure AEI compliance with applicable laws, develop long-term recruiting strategies, and nurture trusting relationships with potential hires. You will create strong talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.

Expertise Of Our Most Successful Talent Acquisition Specialist

• Degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications or commensurate experience.
• At least five years of experience as a focused Recruiter.
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems.
• Familiar with the A/E/C Industry or similar technical industry.
• Experience with recruitment social media strategies, LinkedIn, resume databases, and professional networks.
• Experience and willingness to make 50+ cold/warm calls daily.
• Hands-on experience with full-cycle recruiting, various interview techniques, evaluation methods, and negotiating offers.

Effective Skills To Help You Flourish

• Knowledge of state and federal employment laws.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Proficiency in Recruitment CRM systems.
• Dayforce experience is a huge plus.

Our Dedication To You

• AEI invests in our talent by supporting clients like NASA, NIH, Cone Health System, DHS, DOE, Stanford, and Caltech.
• Our flexible, collaborative environment demonstrates our dedication to employee appreciation and excellence.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects like Promega’s Kornberg Center, UA’s Biomedical Sciences Building, AbbVie’s Oncology Hub, and BioMed Realty’s Gateway of Pacific.
• Our culture encourages professional growth aligned with core values: innovation, integrity, communication, quality, responsibility, opportunity, and growth.
• Competitive benefits (health, dental, vision) and a year-end bonus based on performance.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $85,000 to $110,000

We support a thriving career with the right tools and environment. If this aligns with your goals, we look forward to meeting you.

Apply online at https://aeieng.com/about/careers/. If you know others who would excel, please share this posting.

AEI is an EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Human Resources

Industries

• Design Services, Construction, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing