HR Manager - Technical R&D Operations

Peak Workforce (Newbold) LLC

3d•$100,000 - $115,000

About The Position

Our client is expanding their research and development operations in Anderson, SC and is looking for an engaging HR Manager to support engineers, scientists, and technical professionals driving innovation. This role is designed for an HR leader who prefers to be on the floor, in the meetings, and involved in the work, not operating from the sidelines. If you enjoy partnering closely with technical leaders, shaping talent strategies from the ground up, and building people programs that support innovation, this role offers the visibility and ownership to do exactly that. This is an immediate, direct hire opportunity. Salary: $100,000 - $115,000 per year (based on experience) Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Paid Vacation Annual Bonus Opportunity Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability What You’ll Do As the HR Manager, you will act as the primary HR presence for the R&D site—supporting talent acquisition, employee development, and day-to-day HR operations while helping leadership scale a growing technical organization. This is a highly collaborative role requiring comfort working alongside engineering and R&D leadership in a fast-moving, idea-driven environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related discipline
Several years of HR experience supporting technical, engineering, R&D, and/or high-tech teams
Demonstrated ability to recruit and support both early-careeer and advanced technical professionals
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems
Knowledge of HR laws, regulations, and compliance
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, challenging environment with minimal oversight
Top-notch analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification preferred
Exposure to campus recruiting or university partnerships preferred

Responsibilities

Design and execute recruiting strategies for early-career, mid-level, and senior technical talent
Buld and maintain relationships with universities and technical programs, supporting campus and early-career hiring initiatives
Partner with leaders to align hiring needs with business objectives and project timelines
Create and implement structured onboarding and training
Support career pathing, skills development, and internal mobility for technical employees
Collaborate with managers on performance feedback, development goals, and succession readiness
Act as a trusted advisor to engineering and R&D leaders
Support managers with workforce planning, role clarity, and organizational design
Maintain a visible, approachable HR presence that builds trust and engagement