Engineering Recruiters

Our Approach to Engineering Executive Search

As one of the leading engineering staffing providers, we understand that every search is unique. We also believe that our executive search services can only be considered successful when a candidate makes a meaningful impact after placement.

To do this, our engineering staffing agency takes the time first to gain an in-depth understanding of the requirements of the role, the organization’s culture, and the client’s expectations. We also conduct an analysis to determine any existing talent gaps in the workforce. We use these insights to form a strategy for finding the most ideal candidate for the position.

When filling open roles, Keller goes beyond using traditional recruitment methods. Our team also leverages an expansive network of connections to reach local and global talents, including those who may not be looking for new career opportunities but could be interested in the right role.

Keller recruiters conduct a rigorous recruiting process that looks beyond our candidate’s extensive experience working in the industry. We also consider other factors, including their management style and cultural alignment, to see if they meet our client’s hiring needs. Our assessment process includes:

• Background, criminal, and reference checks
• Advanced psychometric testing
• Skill-based competency testing
• Behavioral and personality assessments
• Industry-specific knowledge evaluations

Keller is committed to sourcing and hiring the best engineers for open roles. To achieve this, each engineering recruiter we assign to the job search is dedicated to ensuring there is diversity and inclusion during the recruitment process. Our approach is geared towards treating each candidate fairly and without biases in relation to their gender, age, ethnicity, or beliefs.

Talents who successfully pass our rigorous assessments are shortlisted and presented to our clients for the final interview stage. Once a candidate is selected, we offer comprehensive support services aimed at ensuring a smooth transition into the position.

Our support services include overseeing offer letters and negotiations on behalf of both parties. This helps ensure candidates and clients are aligned on benefits, compensation, and expectations. Furthermore, we assist in the onboarding process to ensure seamless integration.

Our Tailored Approach To Engineering Recruiting

Keller has built a long-standing reputation for quality and reliability. These qualities are driven by our passion for recruitment and our commitment to helping client organizations become leaders in their respective fields. That said, Keller had humble beginnings.

In our early days, we approached recruitment using a cookie-cutter process, with a focus on filling roles as quickly as possible. While this approach worked well for lower-level positions, it fell short of placing the necessary talent for high-stakes roles. A misalignment in our placement ultimately resulted in an unsuccessful recruitment and served as a turning point for our firm.

Following the setback, our team invested in developing a more refined, holistic approach to recruitment that recognizes and takes into account niche factors that affect the success of each placement, going beyond the skills and qualifications on a candidate’s resume. Today, we also conduct extensive and in-depth assessments of workplace dynamics to find candidates who can truly thrive in the environment.

Our refined approach has led to higher retention rates and improved performance outcomes for our clients. This allowed us to also create long-term value for both the hired candidates and the clients we serve.

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Our Specialist Fields

Keller’s executive recruiters have strong academic and professional foundations in engineering. Many of our team members hold advanced degrees in human resources, business administration, and various disciplines in the engineering field. Our recruiters also have significant work experience in engineering or technical fields, including project management or team lead positions and engineering roles.

Adding to our expansive qualifications is our practical, first-hand experience within the engineering sector. Our recruiters have experience finding successful placements for entry-level, senior-level, and niche roles in the industry. Our insider knowledge, combined with our successful track record, ensures our team consistently delivers exceptional outcomes.

We partner with numerous companies in the engineering sector across the globe, including:

• Chemical
• Petrochemical
• Plastics
• Rubber/Tire
• Gases
• Pulp/Paper
• Metals/Foundries
• General Manufacturing
• Automation
• Electrical/Electronic Engineering
• Engineering Technologies
• Industrial Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Robotics
• Wind/Solar
• Renewable Energy
• Medical Device/Pharmaceutical

Positions We Fill in the Engineering Industry

The engineering sector faces significant shortages of skilled professionals, a challenge that is expected to worsen through 2030.  This is largely due to an aging workforce and a lack of new entrants to replace those leaving the industry.

Through our expertise in executive search and our tailored process, we help clients fill a broad range of executive and leadership roles in the engineering industry. Some of the key roles we fill include:

• Chief Engineering Officer
• Chief Technical Officer
• Research and Development Manager
• Vice President of Engineering
• Engineering Director
• Principal Engineers
• Manufacturing Engineers
• Project Managers
• Product Managers
• Technical Lead
• Quality Assurance/Control Director

Why Choose Keller as your Engineering Recruitment Partner?

Keller stands out as one of the best executive search firms in the industry. We strive to create meaningful connections that drive innovation, foster sustainable growth, and enable our clients to achieve their fullest potential. Our commitment is to be a trusted partner for our clients, helping facilitate the seamless integration of top-tier talent that propels our clients toward groundbreaking advancements and sustained excellence.

In addition to our expertise, Keller guarantees great customer service, quick turnaround times, and outstanding client results. Moreover, we guarantee our clients a confidential search. All sensitive information is handled with utmost care and discretion. Our team also adheres to strict standards to keep data safe, including utilizing secure data storage systems and encrypted communication channels.

Keller’s passion for recruitment extends beyond making successful placements. We invest in staying ahead of the latest trends and best practices in the industry by attending global conferences and actively engaging with other engineering professionals. This had allowed us to establish and maintain a long-standing reputation for reliability.

Our Promise - The Right Hire

At every stage of the search, Keller prioritizes transparency and collaboration. We keep our clients informed and engaged in our recruitment process, providing them with regular updates and fine-tuning our approach to align with their evolving hiring needs.

To reinforce our commitment to quality service and client satisfaction, Keller offers a 90-day guarantee. If the hired candidate leaves or fails to meet performance expectations within the first three months of employment, we will conduct a replacement search at no additional cost to our clients.

Keller is committed to providing high-value recruiting services to companies in the engineering industry. Are you ready to hire? Connect with our consultants today!