Navigating San Diego’s Talent Landscape for Hard-to-Find Engineers

San Diego has become a major player in the engineering landscape, especially within the energy sector. Drawn to the strong cultural experiences, and vast opportunities, engineers are flocking to the city. But with unemployment at record lows, the sheer amount of competition means that you’ll have to work hard to find and attract top talent. Here are some tips for finding and hiring San Diego engineers.

Think Creatively

Don’t be afraid to step outside the box. Highlight your company’s unique culture in your job descriptions. Offer perks such as flexible work schedules, unlimited PTO, or even health insurance for pets. Figure out where San Diego engineers like to spend time, and meet them where they are. Learn to speak their language, or partner with an engineering recruiter who is already fluent.

Utilize Contract Engineers

Contract engineers enjoy the challenge and flexibility of signing on for one project at a time. They know how to dive in and hit the ground running on Day One. And because they have so much varied experience, they also have a knack for understanding how specific challenges are best solved. You can bring them in for just a few days or for several months, depending on your needs. And an engineering recruiter can get them to you quickly, with just a few days of lead time.

Work With Temp-to-Hire Talent

If you’re not quite sure whether you need more full-time San Diego engineers, consider temp-to-hire talent. You’ll sign a temporary contract with an option to convert to a direct hire. If it turns out that you do want to hire the person full-time, we’ll help you get them onboarded. If not, you can let the contract expire like any other temp contract. This is also a great way to test out candidates who may not have quite all the skills or experience you’re looking for. In this case, the temp contract serves as a sort of working interview, allowing you to assess whether the employee would be the right fit.

Build A Forward-Thinking Engineering Team With PEAK

If you are looking for talented engineering professionals in San Diego who can help your organization achieve its goals, contact the experts at PEAK Technical Staffing today to learn how we can help you access cutting-edge talent.