Contract Recruiter - Semiconductor
Kelly Services, Santa Clara, CA, United States
Overview
Job Title:
Recruiter – Semiconductor Engineering (Immediate 12-Month Project)
Location:
Santa Clara CA (Onsite preferred; remote may be considered for strong candidates)
Shift:
Monday–Friday (8–5 or 9–6)
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!
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
Why Kelly Engineering? Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.
About Kelly Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.
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Recruiter – Semiconductor Engineering (Immediate 12-Month Project)
Location:
Santa Clara CA (Onsite preferred; remote may be considered for strong candidates)
Shift:
Monday–Friday (8–5 or 9–6)
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!
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
Why Kelly Engineering? Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.
About Kelly Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.
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