HR Generalist - Recruiting & Planning

Primary Talent Partners has a new contract opening for an HR Generalist IV with our power technology client in Indianapolis, IN. This is a 5-month contract with a potential for extension.
Pay: $36.00 - $41.00/hr ; W2 contract, no PTO, no Benefits. The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) for Central Engineering serves as a strategic advisor and trusted partner to engineering leadership, aligning people strategies with business/function objectives. This role provides full-spectrum HR support across talent management, organizational design, employee relations, change management, and workforce planning for a technically complex, fast-paced engineering function. Strategic Partnership
Partner with Central Engineering leaders to understand business goals and develop aligned HR strategies and workforce plans.
Partner with other HRBPs who support LOB Engineering within our Business Unit and broader CMI HRBPs.
Translate engineering talent needs (technical depth, niche skills, succession risk) into proactive HR action.
Drive talent reviews, succession planning, and high-potential identification across the engineering organization.
Partner with Talent Acquisition on critical and hard-to-fill technical roles, ensuring a strong pipeline.
Advise on organizational structure, role clarity, and span-of-control to support engineering effectiveness.
Lead and support change management initiatives related to reorganizations, transformation, and new operating models.
Consults on resourcing conversations with Central & LOB Engineering leaders, finance, and resource management office partners in order to ensure resourcing needs are prioritized at a BU level using data and strategic insights available
Employee Relations & Engagement
Provide guidance on complex employee relations matters, ensuring fair, consistent, and compliant resolution.
Analyze engagement data and partner with leaders on action plans to improve retention and culture.
Champion an inclusive, high-performance work environment.
Performance & Rewards
Guide the performance management cycle, including goal-setting, alignment on expectations, data analysis and feedback quality.
Partner with Total Rewards on compensation planning, equity reviews, and retention strategies for technical talent.
Data & Insights
~ Use workforce analytics to identify trends, anticipate risks, and inform decisions (attrition, headcount, diversity, engagement).

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Psychology, or a related field.

Previous experience in Human Resources

• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, with demonstrated success as an HRBP supporting technical, engineering, or R&D functions.
• Excellent consulting, coaching, and influencing skills with senior stakeholders.

Primary Talent Partners is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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