Technical Recruiter

Kiwa; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

PPI Quality & Engineering is seeking a proactive Technical Recruiter to manage full-cycle recruitment for technical roles across the organization, from intake through offer and onboarding. You will partner with hiring managers, engineers, and operations to forecast staffing needs and deliver qualified talent for inspection, auditing, and project execution services.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in technical recruiting, strong sourcing skills with LinkedIn Recruiter and ATS experience, and the

Job description

Job Summary

PPI Quality & Engineering is hiring a proactive Technical Recruiter to manage full-cycle recruitment activities for assigned requisitions, from intake through offer acceptance and onboarding transition. This role partners with hiring managers, business leaders, operational stakeholders, and sales teams to identify workforce needs, execute recruiting strategies, and deliver qualified technical talent that supports PPI's inspection, engineering, auditing, consulting, and project execution services. The Technical Recruiter serves as a trusted advisor throughout the hiring process while building talent pipelines that support current and future business demands.

About the role

Roles & Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for assigned requisitions, partnering with hiring managers to understand role requirements, project needs, and hiring priorities
• Recruit for technical, engineering, inspection, auditing, consulting, project management, and project-based positions supporting domestic and international operations
• Develop a strong understanding of PPI's services, client requirements, technical disciplines, and industry certifications to effectively assess candidate qualifications
• Create and update job postings across multiple platforms, ensuring compliance with internal standards and branding guidelines
• Source and attract candidates using job boards, LinkedIn Recruiter, referrals, professional networks, industry associations, direct outreach, databases, and other sourcing channels
• Build and maintain pipelines of inspectors, engineers, auditors, consultants, project coordinators, quality professionals, and other specialized technical talent
• Screen and assess applicants through resume reviews, phone screens, interviews, and qualification assessments prior to presenting candidates to hiring managers
• Evaluate candidate experience, certifications, technical skills, and competency against position and client requirements
• Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring teams as needed
• Prepare candidate summaries, resumes, and supporting documentation for hiring manager and client review
• Support offer development, candidate negotiations, and onboarding coordination to ensure a positive candidate experience
• Partner with operational leaders to forecast staffing needs and develop proactive recruiting strategies for anticipated workforce demands
• Develop and maintain relationships with qualified candidates to support future hiring initiatives and long-term workforce planning
• Attend industry events, networking functions, job fairs, recruiting campaigns, and professional association meetings to expand candidate networks and promote PPI's employer brand
• Provide hiring managers with labor market intelligence, compensation trends, talent availability insights, and recruiting recommendations
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
• Track recruiting activity, candidate status, sourcing effectiveness, and recruiting metrics
• Contribute to process improvements, recruiting initiatives, and special projects as needed
• Ensure compliance with company policies, employment laws, customer requirements, and recruiting best practices

Do you have what it takes?

Competency

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field preferred
• 5+ years of proven full-cycle recruiting experience, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and hiring candidates for technical, engineering, industrial, or professional service roles
• Experience recruiting within engineering, inspection, consulting, energy, industrial services, manufacturing, construction, or project-based environments preferred
• Experience using sourcing tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, ATS platforms, CRM systems, and similar recruiting technologies
• Strong sourcing, screening, interviewing, and candidate assessment skills
• Demonstrated success identifying and engaging passive candidates through direct recruiting and networking efforts
• Knowledge of technical certifications and qualifications such as API, ASNT, AWS, AMPP/NACE, ISO, OSHA, or similar industry credentials preferred
• Understanding of project-based staffing models, contingent workforce recruiting, contractor recruiting, and direct-hire recruiting strategies
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong customer service and relationship-building orientation
• Ability to effectively consult with hiring managers and operational leaders regarding recruiting strategies and workforce planning
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and data management
• Proficiency with ATS systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, and Microsoft Office tools
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments and business functions

What can you expect from us in return?

At PPI Quality & Engineering, you’ll join a dynamic, growing organization with a strong, collaborative culture. We offer comprehensive benefits—including medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA accounts, supplemental insurance, 401k, and paid time off—alongside opportunities to develop your career, influence company culture, and take on leadership responsibilities in a fast-paced, innovative environment.