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Last updated: February 5, 2026

The Top 10 Engineering Recruiting Agencies in Austin, TX

The tech boom transforming the Texas capital has created an unprecedented demand for engineering talent across semiconductor manufacturing, software development, renewable energy and advanced manufacturing sectors. Major corporations relocating headquarters alongside a thriving startup ecosystem have made the region one of the nation's fastest-growing hubs for engineering professionals. With unemployment rates among engineers remaining historically low and competition for top talent intensifying, companies face significant challenges in building their technical teams. Partnering with a specialized recruiting agency that understands the local market dynamics can make the difference between prolonged vacancies and successful hires.

Here's our list of the top 10 engineering recruiters in Austin

1

CalTek Staffing

4.2(9 reviews)

Founded in 2002 by two career recruiters, CalTek Staffing is a premier manufacturing, technical, IT and engineering staffing and recruiting firm. Since its inception, CalTek has become the employment firm that a growing number of companies turn to for their hiring needs. CalTek has continued to grow and has now expanded its business operations from its headquarters in San Diego, throughout all of California and into Colorado, Georgia, Texas and Washington. CalTek has staffed positions with global companies such as Siemens, Parsons, and Illumina but also works with startups with 10+ employees.

2

ARC Group

4.9(188 reviews)

Are you having trouble finding and attracting the right talent? At ARC, we can help you identify the 85% of potential candidates that aren't currently looking for a job. This puts you in touch with the most successful and experienced professionals, right from the start. ARC has been named by Forbes as one of America's best professional recruiting firms. We help businesses of all sizes find the talent they need -- whether you're looking for permanent, contract, or executive job candidates. We also source highly-qualified consultants and IT professionals to assist you during particularly challenging times and help you reach those business milestones. Give us a call today to learn why ARC is so much more than just another recruiting agency.

3

Onin Staffing

4.8(22,044 reviews)

Our light industrial and light clerical staffing division is our foundational business and has been the driving force behind our exponential growth rate over the last 20 years. This is our flagship division currently representing 85% of our overall business with 83 full-service branches in 16 states. We understand that just-in-time (JIT) manufacturing demands JIT staffing. Our clients know they can lean on us to get 20 to 200 Onin teammates with a 2- to 8-hour notice. On the other hand, when skill set and longevity are the priority, we customize our recruiting and screening process to ensure our partnering clients have the employee edge with teammates they can hire directly after the contract term. Our nimble company structure, our stat

4

Robert Walters Recruitment Agency

4.8(29 reviews)

Founded in 1985, Robert Walters is a leading global recruitment agency operating across 30 countries globally. In New York, our specialist recruiters' partner with financial services firms, tech startups, and SMEs to find top talent across Accounting & Finance, Legal & Compliance, Risk, Operations, Sales & Marketing, HR, and Technology. With over 30 years' experience in the New York market, we've built long-standing relationships with hiring managers and executive talent across the city. We pride ourselves on matching the right people with the right companies. So, whether you're a jobseeker or employer, our dedicated team is here to understand your unique goals and aspirations, get in touch today.

5

Actalent

4.8(2,254 reviews)

Ranked number one in both engineering and life sciences staffing in the United States, we are a global leader in specialized talent solutions and technical services. As an Allegis Group company with over 40 years of experience, we connect nearly 30,000 consultants with more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, including many Fortune 500 companies. Our expertise spans product and manufacturing engineering, systems and software, construction management, life sciences, clinical research, and healthcare. With over 2,000 specialized recruiters worldwide, we deliver the technical talent and services that drive innovation across aerospace, defense, transportation, and beyond.

6

Job.com

4.7(34 reviews)

A national provider for total workforce solutions, connecting the right people with the right companies. We are passionate and experienced - constantly evolving to keep pace with an ever-changing workplace. Strong work ethic, open and transparent communication and trust are all a part of the endevis experience. * Professional Direct Placement * Professional Contract Staffing * RPO

7

Murray Resources

4.7(388 reviews)

Murray Resources is an award-winning, Houston-based recruiting and staffing firm with headquarters in Houston's Energy Corridor and satellite offices in Northwest Houston, Sugar Land, The Woodlands, Downtown, Galleria, Pearland, Kingwood, Austin, Dallas, New Orleans, and Phoenix. For over 30 years our firm has helped high-performance organizations - from small and medium-sized businesses to Fortune 1000 companies - build their teams. Our areas of recruiting expertise: Accounting, Administrative, Finance, Engineering, IT, Human Resources, Light Industrial, Manufacturing, Marketing, Operations, and Sales.

8

Openwork

4.6(686 reviews)

Modern-day staffing, reimagined. We took our over 50 years of staffing experience and turned it into something better. Gone are the days of answering machines, unfulfilling jobs, and the transactional workplace. Openwork is finally here--to elevate, streamline, and enrich the employee experience. We are proud to be an Austin, TX based company.

9

Premier Group - Staffing & Talent

4.6(13 reviews)

Award-winning specialists recruiting excellence for talent across the USA, UK, Europe

10

Reliable Staffing

4.6(1,266 reviews)

Reliable Staffing's Corpus Christi, TX office is a national staffing agency that delivers comprehensive workforce solutions--including temporary, permanent, and contract staffing--across multiple regions throughout the United States. We partner with businesses to fill open positions quickly and efficiently, while also helping job seekers connect with meaningful employment opportunities nationwide. Reliable Staffing was founded in 1999 and for over 26 years, we've remained a proud, family-owned and operated business. Our commitment to excellence has earned us national recognition--including being named one of the best temporary staffing agencies in the country by Forbes.

Each agency profile includes comprehensive information about their services, specializations and verified client feedback to help you make an informed decision. These rankings reflect current verified reviews and are updated regularly to ensure accuracy and relevance. Take time to review the detailed profiles and reach out directly to agencies that align with your specific engineering hiring needs.

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