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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.

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