Technical Recruiter

Technical Recruiter

New York, New York

JOB TITLE & DESCRIPTION:

Standard Nuclear is seeking a skilled and motivated Technical Recruiter to join our Talent Acquisition team. Based in New York, NY, this role will play a critical part in identifying, attracting, and hiring top-tier technical talent to support our groundbreaking work in nuclear energy. The Technical Recruiter will collaborate closely with hiring managers, attend hiring events, and occasionally travel to our office in Oak Ridge, TN, to ensure we build a world-class workforce.

LOCATION OF WORK & TRAVEL:

New York, NY, with occasional travel.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Partner with hiring managers to understand technical staffing needs, including roles in engineering, nuclear science, software development, and operations.


• Source, screen, and interview candidates with specialized technical skills, leveraging job boards, social media, networking, and industry-specific channels.


• Develop and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future hiring needs.


• Coordinate and attend hiring events, career fairs, and industry conferences to promote Standard Nuclear’s opportunities and brand (travel required).


• Conduct on-site collaboration with the Oak Ridge, TN team to align recruitment strategies with operational goals (occasional travel).


• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from job posting and candidate outreach to offer negotiation and onboarding.


• Utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS), specifically Greenhouse, to track candidate progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders.


• Stay informed on industry trends, salary benchmarks, and competitor hiring practices to ensure Standard Nuclear remains competitive in the talent market.


• Foster a positive candidate experience, reflecting Standard Nuclear’s values of innovation, integrity, and excellence.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).


• 3+ years of technical recruiting experience, preferably in engineering, energy, or technology sectors.


• Proven ability to source and engage passive candidates with specialized skill sets (e.g., nuclear engineering, mechanical engineering, software development).


• Hands-on experience using an applicant tracking system (ATS), with specific expertise in Greenhouse required.


• Experience with recruitment tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, or similar platforms.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with candidates and internal teams.


• Willingness to travel as needed to hiring events and the Oak Ridge, TN office (approximately 10% travel).


• Familiarity with the energy or nuclear industry is a plus but not required.


• Self-starter with excellent organizational skills and a results-driven mindset.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.


• Demonstrated success in meeting hiring goals and delivering high-quality candidate experiences.

FURTHER CONSIDERATIONS

Standard Nuclear embraces diversity and equal opportunity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.