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Automation Recruiting LogoDirect Recruiters is an executive search firm that recruits high-impact employees for organizations in the USA Automation industry. We provide executive search, recruitment and staffing services to fill automation and industrial technology jobs in the manufacturing and automation industry. For recruiting assistance, placement assistance or to be considered for an automation job, contact our Automation Director, Dave Bevington at 440-996-0584 or dbevington@directrecruiters.com.


Finding Top Talent

Automation plays a vital role in spurring economic growth in the United States. This growth continues to accelerate due to smarter, more connected, and collaborative systems. Through the use of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic devices and computers, more and more processes are becoming automated; namely in the manufacturing industry.

Automation is driven by efficiency and our industrial recruitment team's goal is to apply that same principle to your specific search for top talent. We streamline the overall hiring process, making it easier and faster, while keeping you informed every step of the way. Direct Recruiters Automation recruiters provide retained, contingency and temporary solutions for organizations looking for top talent. Our team is dedicated to sourcing, identifying, acquiring, and retaining top performing professionals to elevate the success of our clients' organizations. In addition, DRI's automation executive search specialists are experienced in working with Private Equity, Venture Capital, and Growth Equity firms to recruit their portfolio company leaders and teams.

Our Automation executive search consultants place candidates in positions that help them meet their career objectives. DRI is a third-party (3rd) recruitment agency that recruits experienced automation specialists and executives for full-time, temporary and part-time employment opportunities within industrial companies.

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Automation Recruiting Areas of Focus

The DRI team is comprised of Automation Senior Recruiters and Research Associates who have a thorough understanding of the industry and current job market. On a daily basis, we are in contact with executive management and hiring authorities looking to hire top professionals in the areas below:

Core Competencies:

  • AI/Artificial Intelligence
  • BLDC Motors
  • Connectivity
  • DCS Controls
  • Drives
  • Electronic Control Systems
  • Flow Meters
  • Fluid Power
  • High Precision Motors
  • HMI’s
  • Hydraulics
  • Industrial Connectivity and Device Networks
  • Industrial Sensors
  • Instrumentation
  • IoT/Internet of Things
  • Linear Motion
  • Machine Vision
  • Manufacturing
  • Manufacturing Information Systems
  • Metrology
  • Motion Control
  • Motors/Motor Controls
  • PLC Controls
  • Pneumatics
  • Power Distribution
  • Power Transmission
  • RFID and Machine Vision
  • Robotics/Mechatronics
  • Sensors
  • SCADA and Process Management
  • Stepper Motors
  • Systems Integration
  • Test/Measurement
  • Variable Frequency Drives and Drive Systems

Technology:

  • ABB
  • Allen-Bradley
  • &R
  • Beckhoff
  • DeltaV
  • High Precision Drives
  • Drives
  • FactoryTalk
  • HMI
  • IEC 61131-3
  • Mitsubishi
  • Modbus
  • Motion
  • Omron
  • PanelView
  • PLC / Programmable logic controls
  • SCADA
  • Siemens
  • Wonderware
  • IR Vision, Cognex Keyence

Automation Roles We Place

Functional Occupations:

Get in Touch with Our Team

To Fill a Position or Discuss a Recruiting Assignment, contact Dave Bevington, Partner and Director of Automation at 440-996-0584, dbevington@directrecruiters.com and connect with Dave on LinkedIn. For Robotics, contact Josh Olgin, Recruitment Director of Robotics at 440-996-0585 or jo****@di**************.com " href="https://www.directrecruiters.com/practice-areas/automation-and-sensors-controls/ jo****@di**************.com %20"> jo****@di**************.com .

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Dave Bevington | Partner | Director of Automation | 440-996-0584 dbevington@directrecruiters.com

Josh Olgin | Managing Partner | Director of Robotics | 440-996-0585 jo****@di**************.com

Joe Terry | Automation Executive Recruiter | 440-996-0872 jt****@di**************.com

Tim Sullen | Automation Executive Recruiter | 440-996-0862 ts*****@di**************.com

Kanika Kalra | Automation Researcher |  kk****@di**************.com

Andrew Cugliari | Automation Executive Recruiter | 440-534-2535 |  ac*******@di**************.com

Automation Testimonials

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MaryCay Copeland, HR Manager, Benshaw/Unico | Client

“This was a difficult position to recruit for, but the team kept trucking along until we found the right candidate. The team was very understanding as we navigated trials of finding the right candidates as this was a new role.…

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MaryCay Copeland, HR Manager, Benshaw / Unico | Client

“Andrew and Dave are very good at what they do. They are always on top of everything! Andrew is very good at following up and stay on track with candidates. Andrew is very proactive and has a very quick turnaround…

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D.B- Candidate

“Dave was very supportive along the way of finding me different opportunities, and was helpful in describing the types of roles available and his honest opinion about the companies. Working with DRI was extremely helpful. They are a wonderful service…

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Matt Nemeth, Director of Sales, E+E Elektronik Corp

“DRI provided regular updates regarding their search along with candidate resumes. We were able to collaborate on a regular basis to ensure the right candidates were being targeted. This helped find the right candidate quickly. I have worked with DRI…

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Tom Malloy, Automation & Robotics Solutions, Bluebay Automation

“The candidate Dave found is a perfect fit for the position. Dave was in constant contact through the hiring process. Excellent job by Dave and DRI to fill several positions at BlueBay. BlueBay has several more positions to fill by the…

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G.D. – Candidate

“I never had the opportunity to work with a recruiter before however, Dave Bevington set the bar for sure.  His attention to detail, well established relationships and knowledge of where to “Plug In” candidates is outstanding.  Dave is a true…

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