Cooper Machinery Services · 1 week ago
Contract Technical Recruiter
United States
Contract
Remote
Mid Level
3+ years expCooper Machinery Services is dedicated to providing innovative solutions in the compression and gas engine industries. The Technical Recruiter is responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process for technical roles, including sourcing, screening, and collaborating with hiring managers to identify top talent.
EnergyOil and GasTransportation
Responsibilities
Lead the full recruitment process from job requisition to offer, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and negotiating offers for technical roles such as field service technicians, commissioning engineers, lease compression technicians, mechanical engineers, project managers, and other specialized positions. Use general job boards (LinkedIn, Indeed, Glassdoor, and Monster) and industry-specific platforms to attract qualified candidates
Develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies to identify and engage both active and passive technical talent across various channels, including professional networks, technical communities, job boards, and social media. Leverage niche recruitment platforms and networks specific to the gas engines, compression, and heavy machinery sectors to fill specialized roles effectively
Build relationships with technical schools and universities to establish a talent pipeline. Conduct campus recruiting to attract recent graduates and engage with students for future roles, ensuring a flow of new talent into the business. Create and manage internship programs to develop and evaluate potential candidates for full-time positions
Partner with a preferred list of external recruitment agencies and headhunters for hard-to-fill positions. Act as the point of contact between the agencies and hiring managers, ensuring alignment on hiring needs and managing expectations
Collaborate with hiring managers and HRBPs to understand specific job requirements and develop customized recruiting strategies. Provide regular updates and reports on recruitment progress and market insights to stakeholders
Ensure a positive, transparent, and engaging experience for candidates from the first point of contact to the offer stage and onboarding. Maintain timely communication with candidates to create a seamless recruitment process and build long-term relationships
Collaborate with marketing and HR to enhance Cooper's employer brand, promoting Cooper Machinery Services as an employer of choice. Craft compelling and targeted job advertisements to attract highly specialized technical talent. Organize and participate in recruitment campaigns, career fairs, and technical networking events to expand Cooper's talent pool
Develop and maintain a pipeline of strong technical candidates, ensuring continuous sourcing for current and future needs. Proactively engage with potential candidates to build long-term relationships for hard-to-fill or niche roles
Stay informed about trends in the compression and gas engine industries, including competitive hiring practices, salary benchmarks, and evolving skill requirements. Use these insights to influence hiring decisions and help hiring managers remain competitive in the talent marketplace
Track and analyze recruitment data (time-to-fill, candidate conversion rates, quality-of-hire) to identify areas of improvement and optimize recruiting efforts. Prepare regular recruitment reports and dashboards to update leadership on recruitment progress and performance against key metrics
Qualification
Required
Technical Industry Expertise: In-depth knowledge of the compression, gas engines, and mechanical engineering industries, with specific experience in oil & gas, energy, and heavy machinery sectors. Demonstrated ability to recruit for highly technical and specialized roles in these fields
Advanced Sourcing Skills: Proficiency with industry-leading sourcing tools and platforms, such as LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, and other niche job boards. Expertise in sourcing passive candidates and building strong pipelines for future technical roles
Relationship Management: Strong communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with hiring managers, HRBPs, and candidates. Proven ability to influence stakeholders and guide hiring decisions based on data and market insights
Candidate Evaluation Expertise: Experience assessing technical skills, certifications, and qualifications relevant to Cooper's technical roles, including field service, mechanical, and engineering functions. Ability to evaluate candidates for both technical and cultural fit within Cooper Machinery Services
Adaptability & Agility: Capable of juggling multiple recruitment requisitions in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to pivot quickly based on changing business needs. Strong decision-making abilities to navigate complex recruitment challenges with creativity and speed
Data-Driven Decision Making: Strong analytical skills to track key recruitment metrics, identify trends, and optimize the hiring process. Proficiency in utilizing Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and CRM platforms to manage candidate pipelines and recruitment workflows
Employer Branding & Talent Attraction: Ability to create and execute recruitment marketing campaigns that resonate with technical talent, enhancing Cooper's employer brand in the market. Skilled in organizing recruitment events and building talent communities through networking and engagement
Negotiation & Offer Management: Expertise in managing the offer process, from salary negotiations to contract finalization, ensuring competitive and fair compensation that aligns with Cooper's internal structures
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related technical field
3-5 years of experience recruiting for technical roles, ideally within the oil & gas, energy, or manufacturing sectors
Familiarity with technical certifications, industry standards, and hiring trends in the compression and gas engines industry
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Company
Cooper Machinery Services
Cooper Machinery Services is provides natural gas compression equipment and services to customers globally in the Oil & Gas,Power.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Scott Buckhout
Chief Executive Officer
John OBrien
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-12-10
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