Description
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.