Senior Recruiter

Job Description

Job Description

Last Energy seeks a Senior Recruiter to lead recruitment efforts for our engineering team. This role will be instrumental in identifying, attracting, and hiring top-tier talent to support the company’s rapid growth. The recruiter will work closely with engineering leadership and the talent team to ensure a smooth, efficient, and high-quality candidate experience.

This position is based in Austin and reports directly to the VP of Talent, while working closely with the broader Last Energy team.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Own and manage the full-cycle recruitment process for technical and non-technical roles, from sourcing through offer acceptance
• Collaborate with engineering leadership to scope hiring needs and refine job descriptions
• Actively source high-caliber candidates through LinkedIn, networking, and other creative sourcing methods
• Screen resumes, conduct initial interviews, and coordinate interview logistics with hiring teams
• Maintain timely and effective communication with candidates, providing a positive and transparent experience
• Drive scheduling for interviews, including technical assessments, on-site visits, and follow-ups
• Maintain and organize candidate pipelines in Last Energy's applicant tracking system (ATS)
• Provide regular updates and data-driven insights to hiring managers and leadership
• Contribute to employer branding efforts, including job postings and recruiting materials
• Partner with the operations team on logistics for candidate travel, interview days, and recruiting events
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 5+ years of recruiting experience, preferably in a high-growth, hardware engineering environment
• Familiarity with engineering roles and terminology, particularly in power generation and other relevant hardware fields
• Strong command of ATS platforms, LinkedIn Recruiter, and other sourcing tools
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment
• High attention to detail, proactive mindset, and ability to work independently
• Passion for building strong teams and fostering a high-quality candidate experience