Engineering & Design Staffing

Connecting mechanical, electrical, structural, and manufacturing engineers with leading employers nationwide to power innovation, productivity, and long-term growth.

Delivering Skilled Engineers & Designers for Over 30 Years

Engineering and design are at the core of every successful operation, from new product development and plant expansions to complex infrastructure and capital projects. For more than three decades, CTR Group has helped manufacturers, OEMs, EPC firms, government contractors, and engineering consultancies meet critical project demands with highly skilled engineering and design professionals.

CTR Group’s Engineering & Design division specializes in mechanical, electrical, structural, and manufacturing engineering staffing, along with the designers and technicians who support them. Whether you need a single project engineer or a cross-functional engineering team, we deliver proven talent that keeps your projects on schedule and on budget.

Our recruiters leverage CTR’s broader technical staffing solutions to tap into a deep, national network of engineering and design professionals, ensuring you get the right mix of skills, industry experience, and cultural fit.

If your needs extend beyond engineering roles, you can also partner with our Industrial & Manufacturing staffing division to support production, skilled trades, and high-volume plant staffing alongside your engineering team.

Hire Expert Engineers and Design Professionals

When your business runs on innovation and technical precision, every hire matters. CTR Group partners with employers nationwide to provide mechanical, electrical, structural, and manufacturing engineering talent, along with the designers, technicians, and project professionals who support them.

We understand industry standards, certifications, and compliance requirements, including PE/EIT licensure, ISO/AS quality systems, building codes, and safety regulations. Our team takes the time to understand your equipment, processes, and project goals so we can match you with professionals who have the right experience and mindset.

From one-off placements to full project teams, our employers page outlines how CTR supports temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing across technical and professional roles.

Benefits of partnering with CTR Group for Engineering & Design staffing:

  • Faster access to high-demand mechanical, electrical, structural, and manufacturing engineers
  • Candidates experienced in real-world production, plant, and project environments
  • Alignment with your safety, quality, and compliance requirements
  • Reduced downtime, rework, and project delays through better talent matches
  • Seamless collaboration with CTR’s other divisions when you also need industrial, marine, aerospace, IT, or government-cleared talent

Looking for complementary support in fabrication, production, or plant operations? Explore our Industrial Recruitment & Manufacturing Staffing services to build out complete project teams—from engineering leadership to shop-floor talent.

The Road to a Rewarding Engineering Career Starts Here

If you’re an engineer or technical design professional looking for your next opportunity, CTR Group is your connection to top employers across the country. We place mechanical, electrical, structural, and manufacturing engineers—as well as CAD designers, technicians, and project specialists—in full-time, contract, and temp-to-hire roles.

Our recruiters understand the engineering and manufacturing world—from the shop floor to the C-suite. We take a consultative approach to your career, helping you find assignments and employers that align with your technical strengths, industry interests, work style, and long-term goals.

Whether you’re seeking hands-on plant engineering work, advanced design roles, or leadership-track opportunities, CTR Group can help you:

  • Gain exposure to leading technologies and facilities
  • Grow your skills across diverse projects and industries
  • Increase earning potential and career stability
  • Find the right balance of on-site, hybrid, or remote work

Your next engineering career move starts here.

We Place Roles Like:

CTR Group’s goal is to provide engineering and design clients with skilled, detail-oriented professionals who support innovation, safety, and operational excellence. Our clients return to CTR because they know we deliver reliable, high-caliber talent that moves projects forward and strengthens their engineering teams.

Questions for Us?

CTR Group uses a rigorous screening process that includes detailed technical interviews, work history verification, reference checks, and, when applicable, assessments of software proficiency (such as CAD platforms) and industry-specific requirements. We collaborate with your hiring managers to align on key competencies, certifications, and project experience so only the most qualified candidates reach your desk.

CTR Group provides mechanical, electrical, structural, manufacturing, and industrial engineers across multiple experience levels, plus design engineers, CAD designers/drafters, engineering technicians, project engineers, and technical managers. If your needs extend beyond engineering, we can also tap into our broader Technical and Industrial & Manufacturing divisions to support operations, IT, and skilled trades.

Yes. CTR Group offers flexible staffing solutions tailored to your workload and budget. We provide contract and project-based engineers for defined initiatives, temp-to-hire options for evaluating fit on the job, and direct hire recruitment for critical, long-term roles. Our goal is to help you scale your engineering team quickly and strategically.

Absolutely. Our recruiters are trained to recognize and validate key standards and credentials, including PE and EIT licensure, LEED, PMP, ASQ certifications, and experience with relevant codes and regulations (such as ASME, NEC, IBC, and ISO/AS standards). We ensure candidates meet the technical and compliance expectations of your specific industry and projects.

We place professionals in mechanical, electrical, structural, and manufacturing engineering roles, as well as design engineering, CAD, quality, process, project engineering, and technical leadership positions. Opportunities range from entry-level to senior engineer and management roles across multiple industries and project types.

Yes. CTR Group works with both experienced engineers and emerging talent. For recent graduates and entry-level candidates, we focus on matching academic background, internships, and co-op experience with employers that offer strong training, mentorship, and growth potential.

Timing depends on your availability, location preferences, and the roles currently open with our clients. Many engineering and design positions move quickly—especially project-critical or plant-based roles. Our recruiters will walk you through active opportunities, coordinate interviews, and help you transition into your next role as efficiently as possible.

CTR Group partners with clients that offer competitive compensation and, in many cases, comprehensive benefits packages. For contract or project-based roles, CTR may provide access to benefits depending on assignment length and eligibility. We also recruit for long-term and direct hire positions that can support your career growth over time.

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