Recruiter - Energy, Engineering, Manufacturing

The Planet Group • Chicago, IL

13d • $50,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Welcome to The Planet Group! We're a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation – connecting the right people with the right opportunities in the areas of technology, engineering, accounting & finance, digital marketing, and manufacturing. Named one of the fastest-growing private companies in the US, The Planet Group operates with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results – connecting the right talent with the right opportunity to fuel transformation and growth. Our specialized sales and recruitment teams are deeply experienced in Energy, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Construction, matching skilled professionals with opportunities that drive business impact. Whether you're building a team or advancing your career, we bring speed, strategy, and a people-first approach to every partnership. Position Overview: As a Recruiter, you’ll be at the forefront of sourcing and connecting top-tier energy, engineering, and manufacturing professionals with industry-leading clients. Partnering closely with our Business Development team, you’ll play a key role in understanding client needs and delivering exceptional talent solutions. We’re looking for a driven and experienced recruiter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a proven track record of placing high-quality engineering candidates.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Full cycle recruitment experience within Energy, Manufacturing, and/or Engineering staffing
• Organizational & Communication skills for monitoring weekly activity and incentivizing production
• Experience cultivating candidate pipelines and driving candidate management techniques
• A problem solver – analyzing and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional level
• High level of ambition, resilient and flexible – able to deal with ambiguity and change, within a midsize but high-growth business
• ATS experience, ideally with Bullhorn

Responsibilities

• Proactively source, screen, and engage highly qualified talent through various channels, including LinkedIn, job boards, networking, referrals, and direct outreach
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from initial outreach and screening to interview coordination, offer negotiation, and onboarding
• Partner closely with Business Development and hiring teams to understand client needs, job requirements, and hiring priorities
• Build and maintain a strong candidate pipeline for high-demand skill sets in the Energy, Engineering, Manufacturing and Construction sectors
• Utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS) and CRM tools to track candidate interactions, manage talent pipelines, and maintain accurate records

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Life insurance, short-term & long-term disability, and other supplemental benefits
• A collaborative, growth-oriented culture with ongoing learning and development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees