Talent Acquisition Specialist (Remote | Independent Contractor)
Who We Are
Thermo Systems is a global, full-service control-systems integrator delivering world-class automation for Mission Critical, Life Sciences, and District Energy facilities. Our culture—The Thermo Way—is built on trust, collaboration, adaptability, and excellence.
The Opportunity
This role is structured as an Independent Contractor engagement and offers flexible remote work. We’re seeking a Contract Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead full life cycle recruiting across technical, engineering, and select non-technical roles. You’ll partner directly with hiring managers, build strategic sourcing pipelines, and shape exceptional candidate experiences that reflect Thermo’s culture and long-term growth goals.
This role is for a recruiter who is proactive, organized, and excited to support a fast-moving and high-volume engineering organization. You’ll leverage modern sourcing tools (Boolean search, social platforms, data mining, and networking) to attract top talent in a competitive market while strengthening Thermo’s employment brand.
What You’ll Do
- Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements, skill needs, and team dynamics.
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for technical and engineering positions.
Source through LinkedIn, social media, referrals, university channels, and custom talent pipelines. - Screen and evaluate candidates for technical qualifications, experience, and culture alignment.
- Coordinate interview scheduling, facilitate feedback, and ensure timely communication.
- Provide compensation insights based on market data and internal equity.
Manage the candidate lifecycle within the ATS to ensure accurate, real-time tracking. - Conduct reference checks, verify credentials, and maintain compliance with hiring practices.
- Track key recruiting metrics and share insights to improve hiring processes.
What You Bring
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
Experience: 1+ years of recruiting experience in construction recruiting professional services, engineering environments, manufacturing, or agency settings. Prior experience working in freelance or as an independent contractor is beneficial.
Technical & Functional Skills:
- Proficiency with ATS platforms, LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, and sourcing tools.
- Strong interviewing and assessment capabilities.
Soft Skills:
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple requisitions simultaneously.
- Collaborative, proactive, and committed to a positive candidate and hiring manager experience.
- Must maintain a valid driver’s license, be eligible to work in the U.S., and remain fit for duty.
Thermo Systems Dublin, Dublin, IRL Office
Dublin, Ireland
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