Contract Recruiter - Semiconductor at Kelly

Contract Recruiter - Semiconductor

Job Title: Recruiter Semiconductor Engineering (Immediate 12-Month Project) Location: Santa Clara CA (Onsite preferred; remote may be considered for strong candidates) Shift: MondayFriday (85 or 96) Contract: 12 months

Join a Dynamic Semiconductor Engineering Team Immediate Opportunity

Are you an experienced technical recruiter ready to take on an impactful, fast-paced assignment with one of the industry's leading semiconductor manufacturing organizations?

We are seeking a highly skilled Recruiter to manage full-cycle hiring for engineering roles supporting a world-class manufacturing facility in Santa Clara.

This contract role offers immediate start, a competitive pay rate, and the chance to make a real difference recruiting exceptional talent for a high profile tech leader.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruiting for Process Engineering and Product Engineering roles within the semiconductor manufacturing group.
• Conduct intake meetings to understand hiring manager needs and technical objectives.
• Develop sourcing strategies to target both active and passive engineering candidates, leveraging LinkedIn Recruiter, engineering networks, referrals, industry events, and specialized talent communities.
• Build and maintain pipelines for key skill areas, including semiconductor process development, deposition, etch, CMP, metrology, hardware, product development, data analysis, and yield improvement.
• Screen candidates for technical proficiencies, problem-solving skills, semiconductor tool knowledge, and cultural fit.
• Provide a seamless, high-touch candidate experience from initial outreach through onboarding.
• Advise hiring managers on market trends, talent availability, job requirements, and competitive positioning.
• Offer weekly updates on recruiting pipeline health, challenges, and opportunities.
• Collaborate with workforce planning, compensation, and HR operations to ensure smooth hiring workflows.
• Manage recruiting operations through ATS platforms (Workday preferred), tracking feedback, compliance, and metrics for continuous improvement.

Qualifications Required:

• 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience (semiconductor, hardware, or complex engineering roles strongly preferred)
• Proven success sourcing Process Engineering and/or Product Engineering candidates
• Expertise working in high-tech, highly technical environments with diverse stakeholders
• Excellent communication, relationship management, and prioritization skills
• Proficiency in LinkedIn Recruiter and ATS platforms (Workday highly valued)

Preferred:

• Recruiting in semiconductor OEM, fab, or advanced manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of semiconductor process modules (Deposition, Etch, CMP, PVD/CVD, etc.)
• Ability to interpret technical resumes and assess engineering backgrounds

What Success Looks Like:

• Consistently delivering top-tier engineering talent in a highly competitive market
• Building strong, trusted partnerships with hiring teams
• Managing a demanding requisition load with efficiency and professionalism
• Offering an exceptional candidate experience throughout every stage

Apply today to be part of a leading semiconductor team and drive talent acquisition excellence in North Austin's world-class manufacturing sector! 10172702