Recruiting Specialist – MEP Engineering & Field Services

DLB Associates is a premier engineering and consulting firm specializing in innovative, mission-critical solutions across hyperscale data centers, advanced infrastructure, and high-performance building systems. With over four decades of expertise, we partner with some of the world’s most influential companies to design and optimize environments that demand precision, scalability, and resilience. Join us and be part of a team where your voice matters, your work makes an impact, and your growth is a shared priority. Position: Recruiting Specialist Position Location: Remote - work virtually from anywhere in the United States SALARY DLB recognizes salary ranges from job boards do not necessarily reflect our pay ranges. In many instances we out-compete those ranges for well-qualified candidates. JOB SUMMARY The Recruiting Specialist plays a critical role in driving full cycle recruiting and proactive talent sourcing across a diverse portfolio of technical and project based roles, including mechanical and electrical engineers, designers, commissioning professionals, field technicians, and corporate support functions. As a key member of the HR team, this individual will partner closely with hiring managers and cross functional stakeholders to deeply understand role requirements, business priorities, and talent market dynamics. This role is responsible for building strong pipelines, delivering a high quality candidate experience, and ensuring efficient, data driven hiring outcomes. This is an ideal opportunity for a recruiting professional who thrives in a fast paced, high growth environment and brings experience supporting technical hiring within consulting, engineering, or field services organizations. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS High Volume Recruiting / Schedule Coordination/ Sourcing (95%) Own and manage full cycle recruitment for 15 to 30 active requisitions, ensuring consistent pipeline flow and timely movement of candidates through each stage Proactively source and engage high quality talent using LinkedIn, Indeed, job boards, referrals, internal databases, and niche technical communities Build and maintain strong, trust based partnerships with hiring managers and cross functional teams through consistent communication, including leading weekly syncs to align on hiring priorities, pipeline health, and interview outcomes Manage a high volume of candidate and stakeholder communication with a focus on responsiveness, clarity, and candidate engagement Coordinate and schedule interviews efficiently, reducing time to schedule and improving overall process velocity Lead the end to end offer process, ensuring efficient execution, clear communication, and a high quality candidate experience Maintain accurate and up to date data within the ATS, ensuring visibility into pipeline health, reporting accuracy, and process integrity Own interviewer feedback collection, driving accountability and timely submission to support efficient decision making Leverage data, reporting, and insights to identify bottlenecks, improve conversion rates, and continuously optimize the recruiting process Utilize AI and emerging technologies to streamline sourcing, screening, and administrative workflows Human Resources Support (5%) Provide general HR support, research assistance, and administrative support as needed. Support employee engagement initiatives. Work collaboratively to assist with documenting HR procedures and processes with an eye toward streamlining and automating where possible to improve department efficiency tasks to support team priorities and business needs. Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget Performs other related duties as assigned POSITION REQUIREMENTS Demonstrated experience recruiting and sourcing for engineering, commissioning, and other highly technical roles within consulting, design, or field based environments Proven ability to identify and engage technical talent using LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, and specialized sourcing channels Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence candidates and hiring managers Advanced proficiency in applicant tracking systems, preferably Rippling ATS, to manage pipelines, maintain data integrity, and drive visibility into recruiting activity and progress Solid understanding of HR processes and recruiting best practices Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams, with strong organizational and file management skills High attention to detail with a track record of delivering accurate, high quality work Ability to leverage technology and tools creatively to improve efficiency and solve operational challenges Experience utilizing AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows and enhance recruiting effectiveness Ability to operate independently in a fully remote environment, demonstrating strong organization, accountability, and proactive problem solving Work Style and Expectations Ability to operate independently in a remote environment with a high level of accountability Strong problem solving mindset with the ability to navigate ambiguity and shifting priorities Proactive, resourceful, and solutions oriented approach to recruiting challenges PHYSICAL DEMANDS The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is Frequently required to remain in a stationary position Frequently moving through home office TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS Up to 5%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meeting for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc. EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE Candidates must meet the following qualification pathways: Minimum of 6+ years of professional recruiting experience Demonstrated experience recruiting for engineering, commissioning, or field based technical roles within AEC, consulting, or similar environments Benefits DLB Associates offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option) Health reimbursement account (HRA), flex spending accounts (FSA) Dental and vision plans Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option 15 days PTO plus an additional full week of paid time off at year end Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance Paid parental leave after one year of employment At this time, DLB Associates is unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. DLB Associates is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security. We encourage diversity in our workforce. ​NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: DLB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to DLB in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where DLB has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of DLB and DLB will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.