Technical Recruiter – Engineering (Contract)
Location: Denver, CO
CLP Engineering (CLPE) is seeking an experienced Technical Recruiter to support hiring for specialized, hard-to-fill engineering roles, with a strong emphasis on Electrical Engineering. This contract role will partner closely with hiring managers and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality talent in a fast-paced, high-touch environment.
This position is a three (3) month contract. The role is remote‑eligible. Candidates located in the Denver, CO Metro are preferred and, if selected, will work in a hybrid environment.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on, proactive recruiter who thrives in complex searches, understands engineering talent markets, and has a proven ability to engage passive candidates and close critical roles.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead full-cycle recruiting for hard-to-hire Electrical Engineering and technical roles
- Partner closely with engineering leaders and hiring managers to define technical requirements and sourcing strategies
- Proactively source passive candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter, targeted outreach, referrals, and niche talent networks
- Build and maintain robust pipelines for Electrical Engineering and specialized technical talent
- Conduct structured phone, video, and in-person interviews with a strong focus on technical depth and role fit
- Provide market insights on electrical engineering talent availability, compensation trends, and candidate expectations
- Manage interview coordination, offer development, and candidate close-out
- Ensure all recruiting activities comply with employment laws and internal hiring policies
- Maintain accurate documentation and activity tracking within ATS and CRM systems
- Other duties as assigned.
*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Skills & Qualifications:
- 5+ years of full-cycle technical recruiting experience
- Demonstrated success recruiting Electrical Engineers (required)
- Strong experience filling hard-to-hire, niche engineering roles
- Background recruiting within industrial sectors,such as Energy, Construction, or Engineering Consulting environments
- Advanced sourcing expertise and comfort engaging passive candidates
- Working knowledge of employment and EEOC compliance standards
- Proficiency with LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS platforms, and modern sourcing tools
Work Authorization
- You must be able to work in the US without a work visa sponsorship.
Benefits & Compensation:
- Hourly Rate: $40.00 - $50.00
- We reserve the right to pay more or less than the posted salary range based on factors unrelated to sex.
- No employer-provided benefits are offered for this position
To learn more, visit our website: www.clp-engineering.com
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/Disabled/Veterans. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Top Skills
Similar Jobs
What you need to know about the Chicago Tech Scene
Key Facts About Chicago Tech
- Number of Tech Workers: 245,800; 5.2% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
- Major Tech Employers: McDonald’s, John Deere, Boeing, Morningstar
- Key Industries: Artificial intelligence, biotechnology, fintech, software, logistics technology
- Funding Landscape: $2.5 billion in venture capital funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
- Notable Investors: Pritzker Group Venture Capital, Arch Venture Partners, MATH Venture Partners, Jump Capital, Hyde Park Venture Partners
- Research Centers and Universities: Northwestern University, University of Chicago, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Illinois Institute of Technology, Argonne National Laboratory, Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory
