Engineering Pharma Technical Recruiter

Role Description

This role is 100% remote. Recruiting primarily for US & Canada roles. Excellent English communication skills are required.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Engineering Pharma Technical Recruiter to support the recruitment of engineering and technical professionals within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life sciences industries. This role will be responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process, from job posting and candidate sourcing through interview coordination and candidate presentation.

The successful candidate will possess strong recruiting expertise, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of pharmaceutical engineering disciplines, including commissioning, qualification, validation, automation, process engineering, manufacturing, and project management.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
  • Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and technical requirements.
  • Review and validate job descriptions to ensure alignment with local employment regulations, company policies, and industry standards.
  • Create and publish job advertisements across various recruiting platforms, including LinkedIn, Indeed, company career pages, and other relevant sourcing channels.
  • Source, identify, and engage qualified engineering and technical candidates within the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors.
  • Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
• Candidate Screening & Evaluation
  • Review resumes and applications against position requirements and client expectations.
  • Conduct initial candidate screening interviews to assess technical qualifications, experience, communication skills, and overall fit.
  • Prepare detailed candidate summaries highlighting key qualifications, relevant project experience, strengths, and potential concerns.
  • Present qualified candidates to hiring managers and provide recommendations based on screening outcomes.
• Interview Coordination
  • Schedule and coordinate screening interviews with candidates.
  • Provide interview summaries and feedback following candidate screenings.
  • Coordinate technical interviews between candidates and hiring teams.
  • Manage interview logistics and maintain clear communication throughout the recruitment process.
  • Track candidate progress and ensure a positive candidate experience.
• Recruitment Administration
  • Maintain accurate candidate records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
  • Ensure compliance with employment laws, privacy regulations, and company recruitment policies.
  • Generate recruitment reports and hiring metrics as required.
  • Support additional talent acquisition initiatives and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education in Human Resources, Business Administration, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field.
• 8+ years of technical recruiting experience, within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, engineering consulting, or life sciences industries.
• Experience recruiting for technical roles such as Engineers (CQV) and Project Managers.
• Strong understanding of engineering terminology and pharmaceutical industry environments.
• Experience utilizing LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, ATS platforms, and other sourcing tools.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device organizations.
• Basic knowledge of FDA, Health Canada, EMA, and GMP regulations.
• Experience recruiting for consulting and project-based engineering services.
• Familiarity with engineering project lifecycles and pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities.

Key Competencies

• Technical expertise
• Relationship Building
• Candidate Assessment
• Interviewing Skills
• Talent Sourcing
• Regulatory Awareness
• Communication & Presentation
• Organization & Prioritization
• Attention to Detail
• Problem Solving
• Customer Service Orientation