Our mission has started. Volkswagen Group’s largest cell factory in St. Thomas will oversee all battery activities, from processing raw materials to developing a unified Volkswagen battery and managing European and North American gigafactories. Headquartered in Salzgitter, Germany, we are driving the transformation of mobility. Our goal is to create a positive impact on global society, the environment, and the economy, and to achieve this, we need your expertise.

This role reports directly to the Manager, Talent Acquisition. We are seeking a Senior Technical Recruiter to play a key role in building the talent pipeline for our innovative engineering, manufacturing, and technology teams. This role will be pivotal in identifying and securing top technical talent to support the growth of our North American battery plant.

• Lead the full-cycle recruitment process for technical roles within electrification, battery technology, and automotive sectors.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to develop clear and precise technical job descriptions tailored to the unique needs of the business.

• Design and implement structured interview frameworks that assess both technical skills and cultural fit.

• Utilize advanced sourcing strategies to identify and engage high-caliber candidates through multiple channels, including LinkedIn, niche job boards, and other relevant networks.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and external partners, acting as a strategic advisor throughout the hiring process.

• Leverage data-driven insights to enhance recruiting strategies and ensure alignment with business goals.

• Manage the candidate experience from initial outreach to offer, ensuring timely and transparent communication.

• Use Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) effectively to track recruitment metrics and maintain compliance; familiarity with SuccessFactors is an asset.

• Stay up-to-date on market trends in electrification, battery technology, and EV to proactively source talent and build pipelines for future roles.

• Participate in job fairs, industry events, and networking opportunities to represent PowerCo Canada and strengthen our employer brand. Occasional travel may be required.

• Post-Secondary Education in Business, Human Resources, or relevant experience.
• 7+ years of full-cycle technical recruiting experience, ideally within electrification (EV), battery technology, automotive, or related industries.
• Experience developing technical job descriptions and creating interview frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing strategies and candidate evaluation methods.
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS); familiarity with SuccessFactors is an asset.
• Excellent relationship-building skills with candidates, hiring managers, and external partners.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Occasional travel may be required for job fairs, events, and meetings.

What you’ll get in return:

• A flexible and collaborative team dynamic
• Opportunities for development
• Opportunities to participate in exciting company events that give back to the community.
• Competitive employer paid benefits and overall compensation package
• And much more!

*Please note that we appreciate the interest of all candidates, however only those under consideration will be contacted.

Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, family status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, or local laws.

Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities including during the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to determine what reasonable accommodation may be available to meet your needs whether it be as an applicant or an employee. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Recruiter who will consult with you to determine an appropriate and reasonable accommodation

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