Technical Recruiter – MEP, Commissioning & Construction

CSI Engineering USA

Location: Houston, TX 77084

Employment Type: Full-time / exempt

About CSI Engineering USA

At CSI, we are more than an MEP engineering and commissioning team. We are problem solvers who help owners and project teams deliver facilities that work the way they were intended. From design reviews to field verification and turnover, our focus is practical, code compliant, and built around real world constructability and operations.

We support our clients by strengthening project delivery through MEP quality control, clear documentation, and tight coordination with architects, contractors, and vendors. Our teams work hands on across design and construction to reduce risk, close gaps early, and protect schedule and budget while improving system performance.

Job Overview

We are seeking a Technical Recruiter with 3–5 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including at least 2 years recruiting professionals in MEP engineering, commissioning, construction, QA/QC, or inspection.

You will manage the full recruitment cycle, from understanding project staffing needs, developing job descriptions, and sourcing candidates through interviews, offers, and onboarding coordination. Working closely with Human Resources Generalist and project managers, you will build talent pipelines for current openings and upcoming projects.

The ideal candidate understands the differences between design, construction, commissioning, testing, and inspection roles and can use that knowledge to identify relevant experience, conduct effective initial screens, and present qualified candidates.

Key Responsibilities

Partner with hiring managers and project leaders to define technical qualifications, hiring priorities, and anticipated start dates.
Recruit commissioning engineers and managers, mechanical and electrical engineers, MEP coordinators, HVAC and controls specialists, QA/QC engineers and inspectors, construction inspectors, field technicians, and testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB) professionals.
Develop sourcing strategies using LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, job boards, Boolean searches, referrals, professional associations, and direct outreach.
Build relationships with active and passive candidates across MEP, commissioning, construction, and engineering markets.
Screen candidates for relevant systems knowledge, project experience, credentials, field responsibilities, and alignment with position requirements.
Confirm candidate expectations regarding compensation, work location, travel, project assignments, and availability.
Coordinate technical interviews, gather feedback, and guide candidates through the hiring process.
Maintain accurate applicant tracking system records and report on pipeline activity, hiring progress, and recruiting results.
Share market insights on talent availability, compensation expectations, and sourcing challenges.
Support offer development and negotiation in partnership with hiring managers and HR.
Deliver a professional candidate experience and represent CSI’s work and opportunities accurately.

Required Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of fullcycle technical recruiting experience, including at least 2 years successfully recruiting for MEP engineering, commissioning, construction, QA/QC, or inspection roles.
Demonstrated success filling MEPrelated positions and managing multiple searches with competing deadlines.
Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and building automation/controls terminology sufficient to evaluate candidate relevance and conduct initial screening.
Ability to distinguish between design engineering, field execution, commissioning, testing, quality, and inspection experience.
Strong sourcing and outreach skills, including experience engaging candidates who are not actively seeking a new role.
Experience using applicant tracking systems, recruiting platforms, and pipeline reporting tools.
Strong communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to manage searches independently and handle candidate and company information with discretion.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, a technical discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
Experience recruiting for an engineering consultancy, commissioning provider, MEP contractor, construction firm, or specialized technical staffing agency.
An established network of commissioning, engineering, QA/QC, inspection, and field service professionals.
Experience supporting projectbased hiring, regional or national searches, and positions requiring travel or site assignments.
Familiarity with credentials and codes relevant to assigned roles, such as PE licensure, commissioning certifications, inspection certifications, or TAB credentials.

About CSI Engineering Incorporated

CSI Engineering USA brings together the expertise of seasoned professionals and the fresh perspective of emerging engineering talent, delivering on its promise of "Converting Energy to Synergy". As a trusted leader in MEP engineering services, CSI is recognized for delivering high quality, innovative solutions that consistently exceed client expectations. Our success is built on a client first mindset, a commitment to leveraging advanced technologies, and a culture rooted in continuous improvement. Through ongoing training and professional development, our team is equipped to deliver forward thinking solutions and exceptional service at every stage of a project.

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