Engineering Headhunters in Ireland
Executive Search and Headhunters for Engineering in Ireland
At Recruit Mogul, we provide specialist executive search, headhunting, and talent acquisition services for the engineering sector across Leinster, Munster, Connacht, and other provinces. We help engineering firms identify and attract high-calibre leaders, from C-suite executives to technical directors, who drive innovation, operational performance, and strategic growth.
Ireland’s economy spans technology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, financial services, agribusiness, and international trade. A competitive corporate tax framework, EU regulatory alignment, and sustained foreign direct investment influence how organisations structure operations, governance, and leadership. Close trade integration with global markets, strong transatlantic business links, and a highly skilled workforce continue to support long-term competitiveness.
Engineering is a high-stakes industry where leadership must combine technical depth, commercial insight, and the ability to manage complex systems. Whether you’re delivering critical infrastructure, scaling advanced manufacturing, or leading R&D, we connect you with professionals who can lead at pace and scale.
Strategic Talent Acquisition for Engineering Firms
Recruit Mogul supports a wide range of clients across mechanical, electrical, civil, chemical, structural, and systems engineering disciplines. We work across core industry verticals including manufacturing, energy, aerospace, automotive, construction, and process engineering.
We place industry-specific leadership and executive roles such as:
C-Level Positions:
- Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
- Chief Operating Officer (COO)
- Chief Technical Officer (CTO)
- Chief Engineering Officer (CEO)
- Chief Innovation Officer (CIO)
Senior Engineering and Operational Leadership:
- Engineering Director
- Head of Research and Development
- Technical Director
- Plant Director
- Director of Product Development
- Systems Engineering Lead
- Head of Manufacturing
- Maintenance and Reliability Director
We understand the nuanced leadership demands of engineering projects, from lean manufacturing and systems integration to design innovation and regulatory compliance.
Executive Search for Technical and Strategic Excellence
Our executive search process is designed to match engineering businesses with visionary leaders who have a track record of delivering technical excellence and commercial outcomes. We work with your executive team to define the role, align on performance metrics, and tailor the search to your strategic priorities.
Our approach includes:
- Industry-specific market intelligence and role scoping
- Direct and discreet outreach to passive talent
- Leadership evaluation, including behavioural and technical screening
- Shortlisting based on cultural fit, sector experience, and career trajectory
- Support throughout the interview and onboarding process
Whether you’re recruiting for a CTO to lead digital transformation or a Director of Engineering to manage complex global programmes, we deliver qualified, engaged candidates with sector-relevant impact.
Precision Headhunting for Business-Critical Roles
Engineering leadership roles are too important to leave to chance. Our headhunters are targeted, confidential, and designed to engage senior professionals who are not actively job seeking but open to the right opportunity.
We actively headhunt for roles such as:
- Head of Automation
- Director of Electrical Engineering
- Senior Process Engineer
- Head of Mechanical Design
- Principal Systems Engineer
- Engineering Programme Director
Our consultants are technically literate and industry fluent. They speak confidently with high-level candidates, represent your company with professionalism, and tailor every conversation to your value proposition and leadership vision.
Long-Term Talent Acquisition Strategy
Engineering success is built on continuous improvement, and your talent strategy should be no different. Our talent acquisition services go beyond one-off placements. We help you build future-ready leadership pipelines that support long-term growth, innovation, and resilience.
We partner with businesses undergoing transformation, succession planning, or market expansion. Our services include:
- Leadership succession and workforce planning
- Multi-role technical leadership hiring
- Executive compensation benchmarking
- Diversity and inclusion strategy for engineering leadership
- Employer branding for senior technical talent
We help ensure your leadership structure reflects the complexity, ambition, and technological sophistication of your business.
Start Your Search With Confidence
Whether you need a Chief Engineer to lead complex technical strategy or a Director of Manufacturing to scale operations, Recruit Mogul has the reach, insight, and precision to deliver.
Let us help you secure the engineering leaders who will shape your future.
Contact us today to start your next executive search, targeted headhunting project, or long-term talent acquisition plan in Ireland.
Why Choose Recruit Mogul?
Global Reach
We recruit across borders while understanding local factors that influence candidate behaviour, compensation structures, and regulatory frameworks in each market.
Sector Expertise
We operate across technology, finance, construction, healthcare, engineering, logistics, and manufacturing, bringing informed insight into each industry’s talent landscape.
Senior Level Focus
We specialise in C-suite, director-level, senior and middle management appointments, as well as complex technical roles requiring proven leadership or specialist expertise.
Competitive Fees
Transparent, competitive fee structures with no hidden costs, designed to reflect search complexity and deliver measurable return on investment.
Confidential Headhunting
We represent your brand with discretion and integrity, engaging candidates professionally to protect reputation and maintain trust throughout every stage of the search process.
Placement Fee and Guarantee
Recruit Mogul works with a transparent, performance-based pricing structure. Our executive placement fee is 18% of the candidate’s first-year base salary. You pay only after the hire has officially started. There are no retainers or upfront costs.
Every placement includes a three-month replacement guarantee. If the new hire resigns or does not meet expectations within 90 days, we will conduct a replacement search at no extra charge. This ensures your hiring investment is fully protected.