Automotive Recruiters and Executive Search

We are recruiting experts for automotive

The automotive industry is ever changing as cars and trucks are becoming smarter with more connectivity options. Self-driving vehicles are just around the corner, and the adoption of electrification looks to change the market. These technological advances means that many automotive OEMs and tier 1 suppliers will need to work with a recruitment agency and executive search firm that can find the engineers they require to stay ahead of the curve.

180 Engineering partners with some of the biggest names in the automotive industry with a reputation as a recruitment agency known for finding the best in engineering and manufacturing talent. We owe our success to our approach of ensuring every candidate we present passes a thorough interview process with a recruiter from our team to ensure they have the right skills required to work with our prestigious clients.

Case Study

The Challenge

A major automotive supplier was in need of a Quality Manager with expertise in IATF 16949 quality standards, continuous improvement, and who was bilingual in English and Spanish. The Plant Manager and HR Manager were growing frustrated by the candidates they had seen from their recruiting efforts and felt they needed help from an engineering recruitment firm that could quickly find them the right person for this role.

The Solution

The HR Manager found 180 Engineering after a brief search of the top rated engineering recruiting and executive search firms. After a thorough intake meeting with the Plant Manager and HR Manager, the recruiters at 180 went to work searching through their network of quality engineering talent.

The Outcome

Shortly after that intake meeting, 180 Engineering had found several candidates with previous automotive quality leadership experience and ultimately placed a Quality Manager with all the skills needed, including fluency in Spanish and a Six Sigma Black Belt.

Our happy clients love to share their experience working with 180 Engineering

Based on 103 reviews
I had a wonderful experience working with 180 Engineering, specifically with Dana Straple. The position was a government job in the IT dept. Dana reached out to me to with the job description and mentioned that my experience would be a good fit. She got me an interview with the hiring managers and the decision makers. Each step of the way, she was in constant communication as to what was going on and what the decision makers were thinking. Due to the nature of some/most or at least this specific government position, the hiring process took about 6-8weeks. During that waiting time, Dana was in constant communication with me and ensured that I was going to get hired for the position but the approval process had several steps. Once I received the official offer, she walked me through that process and was still in constant communication even after the HR process, which was also a pleasant experience.
I would recommend 180 Engineering since my experience with Dana was a positive one!
I can't thank Matt Armintrout enough for his help with my job search. His expertise and professionalism are second to none. He was incredibly dedicated, providing excellent guidance and preparation for my interviews. What impressed me most was his follow-through: when the first job opportunity fell through, he kept me in mind and reached out again when the position reopened. He made the entire process feel smooth and stress-free. If you're looking for a recruiter who truly cares about your success, Matt is the person to call.
I have been dealing with Matt Armintrout in seeking a position and it has been extremely rewarding! Matt is not only highly professional and informative, but also understanding and shows extreme compassion towards my movement in the market. He offered to revise my resume and did a fantastic job. He's been a true partner in this process. I highly recommend 180 Engineering and Matt Armintrout.
I would highly recommend 180 Engineering. Adam was able to match an employer to my skill set It had been many years since my last interview and Adam helped me prepare for the entire process. I was quickly interviewed and hired. Thanks for everything.
I worked with 180 Engineering for my job placement / interview process.

My recruiter (TJ) was great, and he helped me to stay in the loop throughout the interview and hiring processes. He gave me some guidance on the broader elements of the interview (how many rounds to expect, what type of interview each round would be, etc.), and he was a proactive communicator throughout the process.

The other folks that I worked with at 180 Engineering were similarly communicative, and they facilitated the travel planning + reimbursements processes well.

Overall, they made the interview, communication, and hiring pipeline seamless and straightforward.
Great people, helped me through the entire recruiting process and made sure I was well taken care of during it. Adam was my recruiter. He did a fantastic job making sure I was prepared for everything and that the company was getting back to me quickly.
TJ was extremely helpful throughout the entire process. He kept in great touch and was very responsive. His dedication helped me land a better opportunity for me and my family!
TJ was always very prompt and professional at getting answers about the role and benefits. When he was out of office they had another recruiter (Patrick) fill in so they was no lapse in conversations. Overall was a very pleasant experience to work with the 180 team!

Thank you!
My experience has been positive. So far I have had the opportunity to work with Tim and Jenny. They are both very responsive and supportive with my journey as a contractor. The company that I contracted with “VulcanForms” is truly a great company to work for. I am thankful for this opportunity.
Genevieve Garcia at 180 Engineering help me receive two job offers. Genevieve was supportive during the entire process and fun to talk too

We specialize in recruiting for the
following automotive roles

  • Quality Engineer
  • Manufacturing Engineer
  • Supplier Quality Engineer
  • Software Engineer
  • Electrical Engineer
  • Systems Engineer
  • Test Engineer
  • Sales Engineer

The recognition of our clients and candidates has helped us earn numerous awards

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