Talent Acquisition Partner (Contract)

Job Title: Talent Acquisition Partner (Contract)

Location: Hybrid | San Jose, CA or Somerset, NJ

Job Type: Contract (3-6 months, with potential for extension)

About Veeco:

At Veeco, we are united in our mission to enable a brighter, smarter, and more innovative world. Our cutting-edge semiconductor process equipment impacts daily life-from the smartphones in our pockets to the high-speed 5G networks connecting us globally. We're always looking for difference-makers who are passionate about emerging technology advancements that shape the world we live in. If you are solutions-driven, resourceful, and collaborative, we want to hear from you.

About the Role:

Are you a proactive, strategic recruiter who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Do you enjoy picking up the phone and cold-calling as much as leveraging cutting-edge sourcing techniques? Are you someone who finds solutions, sets high standards, and always puts customers first? If so, this contract opportunity at Veeco could be a great fit!

As a Talent Acquisition Partner (Contract), you will be responsible for full-cycle recruiting, partnering with hiring managers, and driving talent strategies to support business needs. You will cultivate meaningful relationships with candidates and stakeholders, think creatively to source top talent, and work collaboratively across geographically dispersed teams.

A Day in the Life:

• Manage full life-cycle recruiting for assigned searches, handling 10-20 requisitions at a time.
• Develop and execute proactive sourcing strategies using a mix of cold outreach, Boolean searches, LinkedIn/HireEZ, and other platforms.
• Partner with hiring managers and HR Business Partners to deliver competitive offers and negotiate terms with candidates.
• Provide an exceptional candidate experience, ensuring clear communication and a seamless hiring process.
• Maintain accurate and organized candidate data in the ATS.
• Adapt quickly to changing hiring priorities and business needs.

What You Need to Be Successful:

• 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including technical and/or manufacturing roles.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Proven ability to source proactively-you don't just wait for applicants!
• Strong negotiation skills and knowledge of compensation structures.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience using ATS platforms (e.g., Success Factors, Workday).
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable in a dynamic environment.
• Contract recruiting experience preferred.

Why Join Us?

• Gain valuable experience in a dynamic and innovative industry.
• Work with a high-performing and collaborative team.
• Hybrid work schedule.