Technical Recruiter

Employment & Training Centers, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Employment & Training Centers, Inc. in Houston is seeking an experienced Technical Recruiter specializing in infrastructure and engineering.

You will lead full-cycle recruiting for technical and engineering positions, develop client relationships, and drive talent acquisition aligned with client needs. The ideal candidate has an established network in civil engineering, surveying, water/wastewater, transportation, or related sectors, and can deliver high-quality talent quickly.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years recruiting within engineering, infrastructure, construction or related sectors.
• Experience placing highly specialized technical professionals.
• Proven business development and client-facing success.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruiting for technical and engineering roles in infrastructure.
• Recruit for Civil Engineers, Land Surveyors, CAD Technicians, PMs and related roles.
• Develop and maintain relationships with engineering firms and infrastructure orgs.
• Generate new business via networking, referrals and industry connections.
• Source, screen, interview and present qualified candidates to clients.
• Leverage LinkedIn to identify passive candidates and cultivate client relationships.
• Conduct market research on industry trends and hiring practices.
• Partner with clients to understand workforce needs and recruiting solutions.
• Manage candidate pipelines and recruiting activity in ATS/CRM systems.
• Meet recruiting, placement and business development goals consistently.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

Engineering recruitment

Business development

Client relationships

LinkedIn sourcing

Screening interviews

ATS/CRM familiarity

Job description

Employment & Training Centers, Inc. (ETC) is a Houston-based staffing and HR solutions firm established in 1986. We serve a diverse client base across multiple industries and operate with a professional, execution-driven, people-centered culture.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Technical Recruiter with a proven track record of recruiting within the infrastructure and engineering sectors. This role is designed for a recruiter who understands the industry, has an established network of engineering and infrastructure professionals, and can contribute to both business development and talent acquisition efforts.

The ideal candidate is currently recruiting within the civil engineering, land surveying, water/wastewater, transportation, construction, or infrastructure markets and possesses the ability to build strong client relationships while delivering high-quality talent. This individual should be polished, personable, highly motivated, and ready to make an immediate impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruiting efforts for technical and engineering positions within the infrastructure sector
• Recruit for niche and hard-to-fill positions including Civil Engineers, Land Surveyors, CAD Technicians, Project Managers, Water/Wastewater Professionals, Transportation Engineers, and related technical roles
• Develop and maintain relationships with engineering firms, consulting companies, and infrastructure organizations
• Generate new business opportunities through networking, relationship-building, referrals, and industry connections
• Source, screen, interview, and present qualified candidates to clients
• Build and leverage a strong LinkedIn network to identify passive candidates and develop client relationships
• Conduct market research and stay informed on industry trends, talent availability, and competitive hiring practices
• Partner with clients to understand workforce needs and provide strategic recruiting solutions
• Manage candidate pipelines and maintain accurate recruiting activity within ATS and CRM systems
• Consistently meet recruiting, placement, and business development goals

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of recruiting experience within the engineering, infrastructure, construction, surveying, or related technical sectors
• Demonstrated success placing highly specialized technical professionals
• Proven business development experience and ability to identify and secure new client opportunities

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of the civil engineering, surveying, water/wastewater, transportation, and infrastructure industries
• Established professional network within the engineering and infrastructure market
• Proven track record of successfully recruiting for niche technical positions
• Business development and client relationship management experience
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Highly organized with strong follow-through and accountability
• Self-starter mentality with the ability to work independently
• Strong LinkedIn sourcing and networking capabilities
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment

Preferred Skills

• Experience working within a staffing or executive search environment
• Existing client relationships within engineering, infrastructure, or consulting firms
• Experience recruiting for both public and private sector infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with ATS and CRM systems

Compensation

• Competitive commission and incentive opportunities based on performance

ETC offers a competitive benefits plan which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k & 401k Matching, Short Term & Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.