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        12 Expert Tips On Changing Your Engineering Job In 2023 That You Need To Know

        Posted on by Derek Perill
        Expert to changing your engineering job in 2023
        Expert guide to changing your engineering job in 2023

        Changing your engineering job in 2023, now that you have made this decision, where do you begin?

        Even if deciding that you’re ready to change jobs is a big step, it can still seem like a frustratingly long time until you can actually locate a new engineering role.

        There are things you can do right away to assist you get ready for a job transition, even before you get your first interview.

        Write The Description Of The Perfect Engineering Job.

        You know that you want to move on , but where? Try writing an engineering job description for the position you see for yourself. Consider your abilities and areas of interest, as well as the aspects of your current role that you like or dislike. Your job search should be guided by this ideal description.

        Create A Schedule.

        Creating a schedule is critical when looking to change your engineering role
        Creating a schedule is critical when looking to change your engineering role

        Your job search should be divided into a number of manageable steps, such as:

        • Job Research
        • Selection
        • Applications
        • Interviewing prep

        Determine what you must complete at each level, such as having your CV prepared for the application stage and a wardrobe assessment completed for the interview stage, and set a reasonable timetable for each stage. This schedule should be pinned up someplace in your house to serve as a reminder.

        Reconnect With Your Network

        Ask around among reliable contacts for recommendations on the best employers, reliable information sources, and recruiters. This will give you suggestions for businesses to look up online, follow on social media, and even contact recruiters for. It might even produce some interesting results..

        Sign Up To Specific Engineering Jobs Newsletters and Job Alerts

        Consider the finest resources for new employment information in your sector, and confirm that you have subscribed to all relevant alerts and newsletters. Many websites let you customise a search by a number of factors. Such as travel distance and income range and get alerts for new relevant job possibilities.

        Consult With Industry Specific Recruiters

        A professional recruiter within the industry may be a goldmine of beneficial information, regarding everything from wage expectations to skills requirements to job hunting advice, thanks to their in-depth knowledge of your market and of recruiting trends. Make a couple unscheduled exploratory calls to recruiters who seem like a good fit.

        A top-notch recruiter might volunteer to handle your job hunt. Being exclusive indicates that you have a committed resource working hard to match you with the ideal position. Since you won’t have to communicate with numerous different recruitment firms, you may prefer this choice.

        Get in touch with one of our experienced recruiters who are experts in placing qualified engineers in jobs that they love.

        Keep Up To Date (When your changing engineering job)

        Additionally, this is an excellent opportunity to make sure you’re up to date on technical advancements, regulatory changes, and market trends. Choose a few important publications you can rely on to keep you well-informed, and make a point of reading them frequently.

        Starting to pay closer attention to current events now will help you be as educated as you can be when it comes time for your interview. Consider specifically how important news stories have affected your sector.

        Allocate Time Each Day For Job Searching

        Make a list of the tasks you want to do each day. Allot a modest amount of time each day for your new job search. This usually entails browsing LinkedIn, reviewing important job boards, and reading the most recent articles from important trade periodicals.

        Make The Most Out Of LinkedIn

        LinkedIn can be an asset when changing your engineering job
        LinkedIn can be an asset when changing your engineering job

        Your online presence will be more noticeable the more engaged you are on LinkedIn. Connect with employers and recruiters in the fields and industries that interest you. To find useful contacts, use the alumni search tool. To increase the number of people who read your profile, look to constantly update your LinkedIn status with interesting information and links, as well as submit relevant articles.

        Spend time making sure your profile is current, to maximize your appeal to possible new employers. Ensure your profile has an up to date professional photo and includes all the information about your most recent experience and expertise. You can also request recommendations and testimonials from contacts who know you well.

        Our piece on “How LinkedIn can be key to your new role” provides more information on this topic

        Enhance Your Appeal To Potential Employers

        There are several actions you may do at your present employment that could possibly help your job search. Consider utilizing any available training or development options that would improve your skill set. And be prepared to take on new duties or expand your areas of expertise so you can add them to your resume.

        Upgrade Your Skillset

        It’s always a good idea to pick up a new skill to add to your CV, especially if you’re looking for a job that’s a little different from what you now do or if you’re concerned about a skill gap. There are many free online classes, seminars, and evening programs available. Discover what might be pertinent to the position you’re seeking and begin learning.

        Update your CV

        If you’ve been in the same position for a while, there’s a chance you haven’t lately accessed your CV file. Update it before submitting applications for new positions. Include all of your relevant experience, additional coursework, and any freshly acquired abilities. Check out our article on creating a winning CV for additional information.

        Our recent blog goes into more detail on how to write “A compelling engineering CV that stands out“

        Upgrade Your Wardrobe

        A polished professional look offers a fantastic first impression and gives the wearer confidence. Look through your closet to see if you have a standout clothing or if it would be wise to invest in a new appearance right now. Of course, you may have multiple interviews or meetings to attend, so consider upgrading the necessities as well.

        What we can do for you

        If you need a professional guidance on your future career prospects get in touch with us.

        STEM Recruitment Partners specialises in the placement of candidates from Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics backgrounds into Manufacturing, Life Science, Supply Chain & Engineering Businesses nationwide.

        Our leading engineering and life science recruitment agency have offices based in Limerick & Cork, and we have excellent job openings all over Ireland. Check out some of our roles in our job portal.

        Reach out to the team in STEM Recruitment Partners for the best advice and support in building your engineering career,  contact us today www.stemrp.ie

        Our goal is to become Ireland’s No.1 Recruitment Agency Specialising in the following areas

        • Executive Search Recruitment
        • Manufacturing and Engineering Recruitment
        • Medical Device Recruitment
        • Engineering to Senior Management Recruitment
        • Construction Engineering Recruitment
        • Supply Chain Recruitment
        • Life Science Recruitment

        How To Write A Compelling Engineering CV That Stands Out

        Posted on by Derek Perill
        Write an engineering cv that allows you to stand out
        Write an engineering cv that allows you to stand out

        How do you write an engineering CV that stands out and gives you an edge to land the job? Being an engineer presents a special challenge when it comes to writing a CV due to the range of qualifications, skills and duties it requires. By far the biggest challenge for any engineer is writing a CV that stands out from the crowd!

        Having a well written CV will improve your application by grabbing the attention of hiring managers ahead of time. Let’s dive into how to write a compelling engineering CV that stands out. Here are 5 CV writing tips

        Because engineering positions are typically very technical, structured, and detail-oriented, it is crucial that your CV demonstrates these abilities. Your engineering resume should be organized in a clear, concise manner to highlight your qualifications, experience, and education.

        An Engineering CV Should Be Clear & Concise

        All disciplines, but especially engineering, place a premium on having a well-organized CV.

        Engineering hiring supervisors lack the time to analyse and attempt to comprehend a CV. An engineering CV that is simple to read and comprehend will quickly stand out from the competition.

        Even though they have the same title, two equivalent engineering careers could require totally different backgrounds. Adapt your resume! It’s crucial to go over each job description and prioritize your duties according to the experience that is most pertinent. A recruiter can assist you in figuring this out.

        Should You Put A Photo on Your Engineering CV?

        There is a lot of misunderstanding around CV photos. Some people find it completely strange to include a headshot on a job application, while for others it’s commonplace.

        Similar to how the country you are looking to work in will determine whether you submit a resume or a CV, so will the resume photo conventions. When searching for jobs, it’s crucial that job searchers prepare themselves for such cultural differences.

        Companies must be able to demonstrate that there is no profiling based on factors like ethnicity, gender, age, attractiveness, etc. during the employment process. They therefore prefer not to see candidate images with job applications as a precaution.

        Intro/ Personal Profile

        Your work title, skills, and personal traits should be briefly outlined in this section, which should be the first thing on your CV. For example

        “I have ten years of experience in the pharmaceutical sector as a quality engineer and I am a results-driven professional. I have extensive experience managing and implementing CIP initiatives that have saved the organization €80,000.

        Keep it brief (four to five lines maximum) and avoid revealing too much about your personality.

        Your Education

        Many engineering graduates have studied a wide range of topics since the university’s introduced STEM subjects began. On CV’s, only topics and areas of interest should be highlighted.

        For instance, the majority of process engineers worth their salt would have some sort of belt in Six Sigma lean manufacturing, demonstrating this expertise and indicating an interest in this industry. Maintenance engineers seeking positions in automation engineering should emphasize their familiarity with Allen Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, and other systems.

        Professional development is a passion for engineers. Include all current coursework, even if you are still finishing it, such as lean Six Sigma and auditor. You should never undervalue this since it demonstrates desire and determination.

        Accomplishments

        Hiring managers admire accomplishments, data, and outcomes. If you completed a landmark project include it in your CV. Showcase what was involved in it, and the outcomes.

        By including this in your CV, you could stand out from the competition and get the edge you need over applicants who simply repeat the job description verbatim.

        Include Keywords

        Be specific about your training, credentials, qualifications and software system knowledge, such as Autocad, Solidworks, Inventor, QP, Allen Bradley, Siemens, CNC, and Profibus.

        These are what we’re looking for not only when we search through mountains of CVs on databases, but also when hiring managers or recruiters glance through printed copies. Use keywords that are in the job description for your CV.

        Work Experience

        The ideal engineering CV highlights the candidate's accomplishments from both current and previous roles
        The ideal engineering CV highlights the candidate’s accomplishments from both current and previous roles

        It’s crucial that you organize your description of your work history utilizing bullet points. There shouldn’t be more than 10 bullet points per job, and each one shouldn’t be more than two lines long. Once more, you must emphasize your experience that is pertinent to the position you are applying for. You must position oneself as useful as you can.

        The ideal engineering CV highlights the candidate’s accomplishments from both current and previous roles, and the terminology used should align with the job description. For instance, “problem solving,” “fast-paced environment,” and “energetic.”

        Revise Your Engineering CV

        Given that engineers are known for their attention to detail, it is unacceptable to have spelling errors on your cv. This detracts from your application and raises questions about your abilities right away.

        What We Can Do For You

        If you need a professional opinion on your CV or your future career prospects get in touch with us.

        STEM Recruitment Partners specialises in the placement of candidates from Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics backgrounds into Manufacturing, Life Science, Supply Chain & Engineering Businesses nationwide.

        Our leading engineering and life science recruitment agency have offices based in Limerick & Cork, and we have excellent job openings all over Ireland. Check out some of our roles in our job portal.

        Reach out to the team in STEM Recruitment Partners for the best advice and support in building your engineering career,  contact us today www.stemrp.ie

        Our goal is to become Ireland’s No.1 Recruitment Agency Specialising in the following areas

        • Executive Search Recruitment
        • Manufacturing and Engineering Recruitment
        • Medical Device Recruitment
        • Engineering to Senior Management Recruitment
        • Construction Engineering Recruitment
        • Supply Chain Recruitment
        • Life Science Recruitment

        How Data Centres & Electrical Engineers Make The World A Better Place

        Posted on by Derek Perill
        Electrical engineers are the brains and architects behind data centres
        Electrical engineers are the brains and architects behind data centres

        We’ve all seen the big Internet companies that are serving you information right now. Google, Facebook, and Amazon are just a few. While these sites have made our lives much more convenient, many of us don’t realize the infrastructure that is providing these services. Data centres and electrical engineers provide these services and support them every day.

        Your email gets delivered, your favourite TV shows get streamed, and your new book gets ordered when you click on its link online. This is possible because of the people who work in data centres. Electrical engineers are the brains and architects behind data centres. Without them our data centres wouldn’t get built and our online experience across all our favourite online providers simply put, do not work.  

        Electrical Engineers & Data Centres – Powering the Internet

        Electrical Engineers & Data Centres - Powering the Internet
        Electrical Engineers & Data Centres – Powering the Internet

        Every day, millions of people around the world use data centres to store and process information. These are huge buildings that house thousands of computer servers, which are used to store and process information.

        Data centres house all the equipment that makes our digital lives possible. The internet is made up of many smaller networks that connect computers worldwide. Each network has its own data centre, which houses all the equipment needed for communication between computers.

        Electrical engineers play an important role in these centres by designing electrical systems that allow for high levels of efficiency and performance. They also ensure that the building itself is safe from fire and other hazards.

        Challenges Facing Data Centres

        Challenges facing data centres include energy supply and electrical engineer supply
        Challenges facing data centres include energy supply and electrical engineer supply

        According to Engineers Ireland by 2026 15% of electricity demand will come from data centres. According to Eirgrid (Ireland’s electricity grid operator) predict that electricity usage for data centres will rise to between 23 per cent and 30 per cent of overall consumption by the end of this decade.

        With the current energy crisis creating high demand , coupled with inflation and the cost of electricity increasing all adds to the overhead costs for running data centres.

        Data centres are extremely energy-intensive structures with average annual consumptions of around 30,000 kWh/m2. This is significant when compared to the normal non-air-conditioned businesses and public buildings, which use 200–300 kWh/m2 annually.

        Another challenge facing data centres is finding qualified electrical engineers to maintain the data centre. More data centres will be continued to be built in Ireland for a number of reasons including:

        • Politically stability (In comparison to our neighbours)
        • Generous corporation tax (12%)
        • Educated workforce
        • Perfect climate (Its never too hot or cold)
        • Geographically perfect (No volcanic eruptions, hurricanes or earthquakes)
        • Our corporation tax already attracted giant tech multinationals. Such as Apple, Facebook Google etc. it made sense for those organisations to build their data centres here too.

        More data centres will mean more demand for qualified electrical engineers. With the growing demand for electrical engineers in data centres there are limited courses in place to meet the expected demand.

        There are only a few Data Centre Electrical Engineering-related courses offered in Ireland. A BEng in Data Centre Facilities Engineering is available from Sligo IT. This is a two-year, NFQ Level 7 program.

        A Certificate in Data Center Operations (one year, NFQ Level 6) and a Bachelor of Science (two years, NFQ Level 7 in Data Center Operations and Management) are both offered by TU Dublin/IT Blancharsdown.

        In order to fulfil the increasing demand for specialized service and facilities professionals. These programs were created in collaboration with industry providers including Google, Facebook, and Microsoft.

        Additionally, there are certain industry-led courses that primarily emphasize the ICT components of the Data Centre. However, there isn’t much information available regarding the design of M&E systems for these intricate buildings.

        Opportunities for Electrical Engineers

        Electrical Engineers have plenty of opportunities within data centres
        Electrical Engineers have plenty of opportunities within data centres

        As we previously noted electrical engineers are in high demand to build and maintain data centres. With a shortage in the labour market right now the salaries for an electrical engineer can be from €50,000 per year to €130,000 per year in senior post such as Senior Electrical Project Managers and Senior Onsite Managers, Site Directors etc.

        Entry level electrical engineers can earn €45,000 per year. Electrical engineers are also receiving some great benefits right now. We are seeing some of our clients offer our candidates excellent salaries, family health care, bonuses, hybrid working models to name but a few.

        Good news for Electrical Engineers

        The good news is that multinationals investing in Irish Data Centres, have created extraordinary opportunities for electrical engineers to help improve our lives with their work in data centres.

        The difference data centres are making:

        Efficient use of energy. Data centres need a lot of power to run servers and cooling systems and keep them cool. The most efficient ways to achieve this include virtualisation, which enables multiple servers to share hardware resources; cloud computing; and co-location services such as colocation hosting or managed hosting services.

        Reduced CO2 emissions from servers. Data centres can be large users of fossil fuels such as coal and gas, which produce carbon dioxide when burned for energy production. Reducing CO2 emissions from servers will help reduce global warming and improve air quality all over the world!

        Let’s face it, most people never consider the world of data centres when they consider the possible careers for an electrical engineer. However, behind the scenes of our existence, electric engineers and data centres play an integral role to make the world a better place.

        Our Solutions

        STEM Recruitment Partners specialises in the placement of candidates from Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics backgrounds into Manufacturing, Life Science, Supply Chain & Engineering Businesses nationwide.

        Our leading engineering and life science recruitment agency have offices based in Limerick & Cork, and we have excellent job openings all over Ireland. Check out some of our roles in our job portal.

        Reach out to the team in STEM Recruitment Partners for the best advice and support in building your engineering career,  contact us today www.stemrp.ie

        Our goal is to become Ireland’s No.1 Recruitment Agency Specialising in the following areas

        • Executive Search Recruitment
        • Manufacturing and Engineering Recruitment
        • Medical Device Recruitment
        • Engineering to Senior Management Recruitment
        • Construction Engineering Recruitment
        • Supply Chain Recruitment
        • Life Science Recruitment

        www.stemrp.ie

        The Recruitment Process 3 Easy Proven Ways to Shorten It

        Posted on by Derek Perill
        Shorten your engineering recruitment process in 3 steps
        Shorten your recruitment process in 3 steps

        The best way to lose out on top Life science, manufacturing, engineering & leadership talent is through a long recruitment process. If your recruitment process is longer than 40 days, then something needs to change. Your competitors aren’t taking this long to pull the trigger, and neither should you.

        It can be difficult to reduce the steps involved in your recruitment process. A certain “way of doing things” might have worked in the past when it was an employer’s market but that is no longer the case. Employees hold the cards now and acting fast on the right engineering personnel is crucial to growing your business.

        However, during the interview stage, hiring managers must adhere to several policies and procedures, which frequently causes the process to drag on longer than it needs to. With the ball in the court of the jobseeker, if your business takes too long to make a great offer. the likelihood that you will lose top talent to your competition increases.

        A recent study showed that nearly 50% of respondents admitted to turning down a job offer as a result of the hiring process took too long. This also shows candidates that the hiring company is not fully sure about the applicant thus causing them to withdraw from the process themselves.

        Below are three top tips to attract the right engineer for the role you are trying to fill.

        1. Rewrite your Job Description & Ads
        2. Be Realistic and Focus on Skills
        3. Invest in Quality Software

        1. Rewrite your Job Descriptions To Shorten Your Recruitment Process.

        Rewrite your job descriptions to attract top engineering talent
        Rewrite your job descriptions to attract top engineering talent

        Writing a job description might feel easy, but hiring managers struggle with it more frequently than you think. If you want to get a candidate’s attention when drafting a job description, there are a few best practices you should stick to

        1. Talk about the company culture and office workplace environment. What distinguishes your company from every other one that your ideal prospect is currently interviewing with?
        2. Utilize all that is available in both the online and offline worlds. Do not post it on just one online job board and hope that the ideal applicant will emerge from the sea of applications. For instance, you may request referrals from your staff and offer them rewards for recommending qualified people.
        3. Use your network. Let your network know that you are hiring for a specific role by using LinkedIn, events, etc. Post it on all your social media accounts.
        4. Partner with a recruiter. It’s our responsibility as a recruitment agency to quickly identify the ideal individual for your business. To be able to do that, we have established extensive networks of highly skilled professionals across all areas of expertise such as mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, life science, supply chain, and senior executive positions. To learn more about our hiring process, get in touch with us today.

        A job description is not a job advertisement. An internal job description outlines the duties the chosen individual would be expected to perform.

        The job advertisement is external and is intended to “sell” the opening by emphasizing the role’s desirable outcomes for candidates. In addition to encouraging talented people to apply, a well-written job posting will help you create your company’s brand and a solid talent pool of prospects.

        2. Be Realistic and Focus on Skills During The Recruitment Process

        Focus on the candidates skills to ensure you're getting the right hire
        Focus on the candidates skills to ensure you’re getting the right hire

        We see businesses searching for that unicorn candidate all too frequently. There will be one contender who has everything. 20 years of expertise, a postgraduate degree in a highly specialized field, applicable certificates from the sector, and work history in your industry

        When searching for the ideal individual, use caution because they frequently don’t exist and, even if they did, many of your needs can scare them away. When creating your job description, have that in mind as well.

        Consider that if someone has talent, you may develop them to become even more qualified for the job. According to our research, it’s essential to provide opportunities for growth and training as well as to ensure that employees are using their skills.

        Instead, of focusing on degrees, emphasize talents. You may access a far larger talent pool and increase diversity and retention by hiring based on skills.

        You are passing up on a far larger, more diverse talent pool if you continue to analyse CV’s and people based on whether they have a degree or attended a reputable university or college rather than concentrating on their skill sets.

        3. Invest in Software For Your Recruitment Process

        Invest in Software to speed up your recruitment process
        Invest in Software to speed up your recruitment process

        After properly posting and promoting your job description, you will begin to receive a large number of applicants. That is fantastic, but it can also be difficult to coordinate and manage.

        ATS, or applicant tracking systems, are excellent tools. Many different applicant tracking systems are available today, however, the capabilities that the majority of ATS have can assist you to speed up your hiring process are listed below:

        1. Career Page Hosting
        2. Sharing job descriptions
        3. Receiving and managing applications
        4. Storing CVs
        5. Scheduling Interviews
        6. Onboarding Programs

        Our Solutions

        At STEM Recruitment Partners we specialise in Life Science & Engineering Recruitment. Our team has extensive experience (67 years combined) in recruiting in the Irish Market. Reach out to the team here in STEM Recruitment Partners for the best advice and support in building your engineering teams contact us today.

        Smart & Simple Interview Questions To Ask Employers, When being Interviewed

        Posted on by Derek Perill
        Asking questions during your engineering interview is always a good idea.
        Asking questions during your engineering interview is always a good idea.

        You have a job interview that is soon approaching. In this guide we discuss the interview questions to ask the engineering organisation at the end of an interview.

        Why Ask Interview Questions, During Your Interview?

        Here at STEM Recruitment Partners, we always recommend candidates to ask questions during the interview and at the end of an interview when invited by the interviewing panel to do so.

        According to indeed asking questions will give you a better understanding of whether the position is the right fit for you. It also shows the interviewer that you have a genuine interest in the position.

        Job interviews are not only for the hiring company to ensure that the candidate is a fit for their company and team. They are also an opportunity for engineering jobseekers to evaluate potential employers. The ideal outcome would be for both parties to leave the process feeling that the candidate, the position, and the business are a good fit.

        Additionally, well-chosen interview questions can make the applicant stand out from the competition. The appropriate questions show you were engaged and attentive in the conversation and that you have interest in the position. Moreover, it can be a chance for you to demonstrate any other information you may have. You might cite current news items or business statements/reports for example.

        Do Your Research On Interview Questions.

        It can be difficult to think of appropriate questions on the spot, so as part of your interview preparation, you should come up with a list of potential questions. Your questions should demonstrate your level of knowledge and should not be ones that can be quickly resolved by visiting the business’ website. When coming up with questions, you should consult the following resources:

        1. Begin by reading the job description. Check to see if any important details are missing or if the interviewer needs to expound on anything.
        2. Search the company’s website and social media to learn more about it.
        3. Google News the business name to find out more.
        4. Use Google Trends to see what’s trending in the industry of your potential employer
        5. Look at the interviewers’ LinkedIn profiles.
        Have your questions ready to go before the interview
        Have your questions ready to go before the interview

        How Many Interview Questions Should You Ask?

        A minimum of four or five questions should be prepared for the interview in advance. This guarantees that you have follow-up questions even if one or two of yours were addressed during the interview.

        What Interview Questions to Avoid.

        1. Asking queries that are primarily about what the organization can do for you should be avoided.
        2. Don’t inquire about pay or annual leave, your recruitment agency should have briefed you I advance
        3. Don’t ask yes/no questions. Ask questions that are genuinely open-ended instead.
        4. Do not ask questions that anyone could find the answers to just taking a short look over the business website.
        5. Never ask a question that has already been addressed in the interview because it indicates that you were not fully present in the conversation.

        Some Great Interview Questions to Ask an Employer

        Questions About Your Potential new Job

        1. Could you tell me more about the day-to-day responsibilities of this role?
        2. What is the company’s strategic plan for the next year, and how will it impact this role?
        3. What do you think is the most important indicator of success in this role?
        4. Can you tell me more about the team I would be working with (if I successfully secured the role)?
        5. What does success look like?
        6. If I were taken on for this role, what would you want me to achieve in my first few months?
        7. Are there mechanisms in place for performance reviews?
        8. Is this a new position?
        Ask your interviewer great questions
        Ask your interviewer great questions

        Interview Questions About The Company

        1. What qualities and attributes make for a successful employee in the company?
        2. How would you describe the management style here?
        3. How would you describe the company culture?
        4. How would you describe the work/life balance here?
        5. What are the company’s goals for the year?
        6. Are there opportunities for professional development?
        7. What is the greatest challenge currently facing the company?
        8. Is there anything that we haven’t discussed that you think is important for me to know about working here?
        9. What are the company’s values?

        Interview Questions To ask The Hiring Manager

        1. What do you enjoy about working here?
        2. Where do you see the company in the next five years?

        Next Steps

        1. Could you tell me the timeline for making a decision and when you think I can expect to hear from you?
        2. Do you need any further information from me to help you make your decision?
        3. If I am successful today, what do the next steps look like?

        Our Solutions

        At STEM Recruitment Partners we specialise in Life Science & Engineering Recruitment. Our team have extensive experience (67 years combined) recruiting in the Irish Market. Reach out to the team here in STEM Recruitment Partners for the best advice and support in building your engineering teams contact us today

        Recruiting Engineering Staff Best Practices- Our 5 Tips

        Posted on by Derek Perill
        Top tips for recruiting engineering staff
        Top tips for recruiting engineering staff

        In the past ten years, technology and compliance, have significantly changed the recruitment process. Additionally, skilled candidates’ desire for change is being further fuelled by the uncertainties brought on by recent events. Such as the Covid 19 pandemic, Brexit and the current inflation crisis. Economists are calling this the great resignation. People are taking stock of their life, and leaving their current positions for better roles that suit their lifestyle needs. All this added together has made the process for recruiting engineering staff difficult.

        According to Engineers Ireland, 79% of engineering firms in Ireland planned to grow in 2021–2022. Here at STEM Recruitment Partners, we agree with these numbers based on job orders from our clientele; there hasn’t been a slowdown quite the opposite!

        However, one of the biggest barriers companies report when scaling their business is finding and recruiting suitable qualified engineers. Ranging from Graduate to Senior Engineering management level. According to Ibec, there is evidence of a skills gap with 83% of engineering organisations experiencing a shortage of critical skills.

        Recruiting Engineering Staff How to Hire the Best Engineers: 5 Steps

        Build An Employer Brand

        The main focus of branding is how you present your business to prospective employees. Branding encompasses every touchpoint across all channels that a potential candidate may come into contact with. Not just a logo, colour scheme, or even a website. Your brand image is communicated by the deliberate self-promotional tactics you use, such as press releases and digital campaigns. The uncontrollable external conversation, like the reviews and criticism you encounter on indeed or Glass Door and how you handle it.

        Building an employer brand is an essential component to recruiting engineering staff
        Building an employer brand is an essential component to hiring the best engineers

        Companies will need to make a strong argument for why prospects should work for them in 2022 when recruiting for available positions. Building your employer brand entails communicating your philosophies and beliefs in a consistent, sincere manner. While also adjusting your message to meet the preferences and requirements of each type of applicant you hope to attract.

        When looking to add millennials and Generation Z to your organisation what they value are social gatherings and nights out as business perks, they place a higher value on autonomy, the chance to be creative, and the ability to enjoy what they do.

        Organizations that value employees as unique individuals with wants and needs, actively support diversity and inclusion, and have open and transparent processes appeal to younger prospects. Determine how your business fits into the contemporary working environment when recruiting engineering staff. Highlight the positive elements that go with it, and make sure these elements are successfully communicated.

        Employers can enhance their brand perception by prominently highlighting employee case studies and benefits in recruiting ads. By focusing on each prospective audience segment on the channels where they are most likely to be found.

        For instance, do your prospects participate in particular social media platforms, read particular trade journals or publications related to their business. Do they belong to particular networking organizations, or attend particular tradeshows or events?

        Asking current employees for their opinions on the company’s culture and workplace dynamics can give managers insight into the perceptions that prospective employees may have of the company and suggest improvements that could be made to the employer brand.

        Engage With Diverse Talent Pools When Recruiting Engineering Staff

        Women make up only 12% of the engineering and life science work force in Ireland  one of the lowest in Europe and according to the Higher Education of Ireland only 23% of graduates from an engineering major are female. In comparison with India one in three engineering students are women.

        According to a recent McKinsey study, businesses with high ratings for ethnic diversity outperform their competitors financially by 35%, while businesses with high ratings for gender diversity outperform them by 15%.

        Businesses with high ratings for ethnic and gender diversity outperform their competitors financially when recruiting engineering staff
        Businesses with high ratings for ethnic and gender diversity outperform their competitors financially

        Companies that are inclusive and diverse are more successful at attracting and retaining talent from a variety of backgrounds, and they are better able to comprehend and engage their global client base.

        Engineering enterprises must find methods to diversify for the sector to innovate, expand, and succeed in the future. A good place to start is by encouraging more young people from varied backgrounds to pursue careers in engineering.

        Invest in Apprenticeships When Recruiting Engineering Staff

        A growing number of students are choosing to be an apprentice after graduation because of rising education costs and increased competition in the labour market. Engineering is a particularly appropriate career choice because trainees can pick up practical knowledge and methods while working and can later specialize in particular fields after earning their degrees.

        Potential engineers can be trained to the employer’s standards and have their talents exactly polished to the goals and objectives of the firm by participating in apprenticeships at the start of their careers.

        Apprenticeships are essential for discovering the next generation of engineers as well as keeping them to continue adding value to the company’s operations for years to come. Investing in employee training and development has overwhelmingly strong correlations with worker retention.

        Apprenticeships are essential for discovering the next generation of engineers
        Apprenticeships are essential for discovering the next generation of engineers

        Businesses might collaborate with nearby universities and schools to hire apprentices as early as possible. To increase awareness of the amazing variety of Engineering occupations that are accessible but that are typically not promoted in the educational system.

        it is best to get in touch with young people before they even start to think about career options, ideally before the Leaving Cert cycle. Campaigns to recruit apprentices in schools could be coordinated with occasions in the outside world, such as International Women in Engineering Day, or Science Week to increase support from educational institutions and reach a wider range of young people.

        Widen The Search to Include Other Sectors

        The majority of technical career paths involve transferable skills that can be used in other industries that are similar. For instance, aircraft mechanics can upgrade their skills to become proficient in building wind turbines.

        The majority of technical career paths involve transferable skills that can be used in other industries
        The majority of technical career paths involve transferable skills that can be used in other industries

        Highly skilled engineers will enjoy the same benefits across the technical sectors of aerospace, aviation, motorsport, automotive, and marine, including flexible working and shift patterns, the chance to travel, and career advancement. Thanks to online aviation training programs and government investments in the sector, it may be easier to pick up new skills and get certified.

        Work with a Specialist Recruitment Company

        Working with a recruitment firm that specializes in your sector can give you insight into the preferences, requirements, and circumstances of the talent you’re trying to acquire. Specialist recruitment consultants can help develop a vision of what would truly entice competent applicants into the organization. They can also develop a custom strategy to reach talent pools at different career stages.

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        At STEM Recruitment Partners we specialise in Life Science & Engineering Recruitment. Our team have extensive experience (67 years combined) recruiting in the Irish Market. Reach out to the team here in STEM Recruitment Partners for the best advice and support in building your engineering teams contact us today.

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