Sr University Recruiter, Engineer Programs

Sustainable Talent · Remote, United States

Senior Early Careers Technical Recruiter

Specializations: Software Engineering or Hardware Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical)
Sustainable Talent is partnering with our client to support its growing early careers and university recruiting initiatives. We’re seeking an experienced

Senior Early Careers Technical Recruiter

with a strong technical recruiting background, strategic mindset, and passion for connecting emerging talent with the right career opportunities.
In this role, you will manage early careers talent pipelines, screen and assess candidates, and partner closely with hiring teams to match qualified talent with opportunities across

software engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and related technical disciplines

.
We are looking for recruiters who understand the unique dynamics of university and early careers recruiting, can effectively evaluate technical talent, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Automotive industry experience is a strong plus, but not required.

Manage and maintain pipeline requisitions for university and early careers technical talent, ensuring a consistent flow of qualified candidates.
Screen and assess candidates to understand their technical backgrounds, academic experience, projects, internships, career interests, and overall qualifications.
Match qualified candidates with appropriate opportunities and hiring teams based on technical skills, interests, and business needs.
Partner closely with hiring managers, recruiters, and business leaders to understand current and anticipated early careers hiring needs.
Build and maintain strong talent pipelines across software, hardware, and engineering disciplines.
Develop relationships with candidates and maintain engagement throughout the recruiting and placement process.
Identify and engage talent through university recruiting programs, campus partnerships, referrals, networking, and targeted sourcing.
Provide guidance and recommendations to hiring teams regarding candidate alignment, technical qualifications, and talent availability.
Maintain accurate candidate records, pipeline activity, and requisition updates within ATS and CRM platforms.
Deliver a positive candidate experience through consistent communication, timely follow-up, and effective coordination with hiring teams.
Bachelors degree or equivalent professional experience.
Strong recruiting experience, preferably supporting

university recruiting, early careers programs, new graduate hiring, or technical engineering recruitment

.
Experience managing talent pipelines, screening candidates, and matching qualified talent with hiring teams.
Understanding of technical disciplines, particularly software engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or related fields.
Ability to assess candidate qualifications beyond resumes, including technical projects, internships, academic coursework, and relevant experience.
Experience partnering with multiple hiring managers and navigating changing business priorities.
Experience using ATS and CRM platforms;

Ability to manage high-volume candidate pipelines while maintaining accuracy, responsiveness, and a strong candidate experience.
Experience recruiting within

automotive, mobility, manufacturing, aerospace, robotics, or other engineering-driven industries

is a plus.
Previous experience supporting university recruiting programs, internship-to-full-time conversions, or new graduate engineering hiring.
Experience working within automotive, EV, mobility, or advanced technology environments.
Familiarity with engineering university programs, technical degree requirements, and early careers recruiting cycles.
Demonstrated success managing large candidate pipelines and partnering with multiple hiring teams to drive placement decisions.
Software Engineering Recruiter
Will focus on early careers candidates across software engineering and related disciplines, including:

Software Development and Computer Science
Embedded Software and Firmware
Computer Engineering
Cloud, Data, and AI/ML
Software Systems and Controls
Hardware Engineering Recruiter
Will focus on early careers candidates across hardware and engineering disciplines, including:

Mechanical Engineering
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Mechatronics and Robotics
Systems Engineering, Validation, and Testing
Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.