Engineering Talent Acquisition for a Global Design & Consultancy Firm
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Engineering Talent Acquisition for a Global Design & Consultancy Firm
Engineering Talent Acquisition for a Global Design & Consultancy Firm
Global Design & Consultancy Firm
Discover how we cut engineering hire times by 62%, placed 280 engineers in 90 days, and reduced early attrition to 9% for a global consultancy firm.
Client Overview
Profile: A leading global engineering firm delivering infrastructure, industrial, and product‑development solutions across 20+ countries. With a workforce of 4,500 engineers and technologists, they manage over 300 active projects in civil, mechanical, electrical, and process engineering domains.
The Challenge
- Specialized Skill Gaps
- Urgent need for certified mechanical, civil, and electrical engineers to staff major infrastructure and manufacturing projects.
- Emerging technology roles (e.g., automation, IoT integration) lacked in‑house pipelines, causing dependency on expensive contractors.
- Prolonged Recruitment Cycles
- Average time‑to‑fill for senior engineer roles exceeded 65 days, delaying project kick‑offs and revenue recognition.
- Decentralized hiring across regional offices led to inconsistent candidate experiences and duplicate sourcing efforts.
- Quality & Compliance Requirements
- Must verify professional licenses (PE, CEng) and specialty certifications (e.g., PMP, Six Sigma) rapidly—without compromising due diligence.
- Strong emphasis on cultural fit for collaborative, multidisciplinary project teams.
Our Solution
We deployed a targeted recruitment program optimized for engineering’s technical and compliance demands:
| Phase | Key Activities |
|---|---|
| 1. Workforce & Skills Mapping | • Collaboration with technical leads to forecast demand by discipline and location• Development of competency matrices for each engineer level |
| 2. Specialist Recruiter Alignment | • Engaged 50 engineering‑specialist recruiters with backgrounds in civil, mechanical, electrical, and process fields• Trained on firm’s project methodologies and compliance protocols |
| 3. Multi‑Channel Sourcing | • Targeted outreach via IEEE, ASME, and LinkedIn Groups• Partnerships with top engineering universities and professional societies |
| 4. Credential & Technical Screening | • Automated verification of PE, CEng, PMP, and Six Sigma certifications• Live technical assessments (e.g., CAD tests, simulation scenarios) |
| 5. Data‑Driven Shortlisting | • Predictive ranking by skill proficiency, project experience, and cultural fit• Weekly “talent pulse” dashboards for hiring managers |
| 6. Onboarding & Integration | • Digital paperwork routing and license validation tracking• Structured 30‑ and 60‑day check‑ins to ensure performance and retention |
Results & Impact
| Metric | Before Engagement | After Engagement (90 days) | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Time‑to‑Fill (Engineer roles) | 68 days | 26 days | −62% |
| Cost‑Per‑Hire | $13,500 | $8,700 | −36% |
| Early Attrition (first 6 months) | 22% | 9% | −13 pp |
| Project Ramp‑Up Time | 8 weeks | 3.5 weeks | −56% |
| Hiring‑Manager Satisfaction | 63% | 90% | +27 pp |
- Volume: Placed 280 engineers across civil, mechanical, electrical, and process disciplines in 90 days.
- Quality & Compliance: Achieved 100% validation of professional licenses and certifications before start date.
- Operational Efficiency: Accelerated project ramp‑up by over 50%, directly contributing to on‑time deliverables.
Client Feedback
“Their engineering‑focused recruiting transformed our staffing. Fill times dropped dramatically, and candidates arrived fully certified and project‑ready. We saw faster ramp‑up and higher retention, directly improving our delivery metrics.”
— Head of Talent Acquisition, Global Engineering Consultancy
Roles Successfully Filled
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Civil & Structural Engineers
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Mechanical Design & FEA Engineers
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Electrical Power & Controls Engineers
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Process & Chemical Engineers
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Project & Program Managers (PMP‑Certified)
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R&D & Automation Engineers
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Quality & Reliability Engineers (Six Sigma Certified)
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Environmental & Safety Engineers
Total: 280 successful placements in 90 days
Why Choose Us?
- Engineering Domain Expertise: Recruiters with deep networks in technical societies and university programs.
- Compliance‑First Screening: Automated license and certification validation built into every placement.
- Data‑Driven Transparency: “Talent pulse” dashboards, SLA adherence, and predictive shortlisting—without long‑term retainers.
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