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 first takes the time 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 best candidates for the position.

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

Keller’s recruiters conduct a rigorous recruiting process that looks beyond candidates’ 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 extensive background, criminal, and reference checks, advanced psychometric testing, skill-based competency tests, behavioral assessments, and industry-specific knowledge evaluations.

Keller is committed to sourcing and hiring the top 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 recruiting process. Our approach is geared towards treating each candidate fairly and without biases in relation to their gender, age, ethnicity, or beliefs.

Candidates who successfully pass our rigorous assessments are shortlisted and presented to our client 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.

Behind Our Recruitment Process

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 when it came to placing the necessary talent for high-stakes roles. One particular misaligned hire for a prominent client served as a turning point for our firm in this regard.

Following this 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 we are hiring for.

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

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Some Areas We Specialize In

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 domains within engineering.

Our recruiters also have significant first-hand experience recruiting for a range of engineering roles, including project management and team lead positions. 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
• Civil Engineering
• 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

Examples of Roles We Recruit For in the Engineering Industry

At Keller, our executive search practice is built on decades of combined first-hand experience working inside engineering organizations. This insight gives our recruiting team a comprehensive understanding of the technical skills, business drivers, and leadership competencies that hiring managers demand. This depth of knowledge also allows us to surface and engage senior-level job seekers and passive candidates in credible conversations, which then allows us to quickly separate highly qualified engineering candidates from the merely competent ones.

Because every company’s staffing requirements are unique, we avoid limiting our search to a narrow “cookie-cutter” list of titles. Instead, we map the full range of leadership and mission-critical technical positions against our client’s strategic objectives, product roadmap, and the specific disciplines that drive their revenue. This allows us to present only high-quality engineers who can help close the talent gap.

What makes Keller’s executive search services stand out is our holistic approach to recruiting. Each engagement begins with our team sourcing talented engineers from the market, benchmarking compensation, and conducting advanced psychometric and competency assessments. Our access to a database of hundreds of engineering professionals enables us to source qualified prospects for even the most niche roles in the engineering industry while maintaining absolute confidentiality.

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 goal is to be a trusted partner for our clients, helping facilitate the seamless integration of top engineering talent that propels our clients toward groundbreaking advancements and sustained excellence.

In addition to our expertise, Keller delivers great customer service, quick turnaround times, and outstanding client results. Moreover, we assure our clients a confidential search. All sensitive information is handled with the 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 recruiting extends beyond making successful placements. We invest in staying ahead of emerging trends and best practices in the industry by attending global conferences and actively engaging with engineering professionals. This has 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 throughout the recruiting 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 210-day replacement program. If the hired candidate leaves or is unable to perform the role within the first seven months of employment, we will conduct a replacement search at no additional cost to our client.

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!