Engineering Search Firm

Engineering Search Firm is a specialised executive search company founded by Steven Cardwell, delivering phone-first recruitment for mid-senior level professionals across multiple industries. The firm distinguishes itself through direct outreach and genuine conversations rather than automated messaging, making phone calls until the right candidate is found. With over twenty years of experience, Engineering Search Firm has built expertise in placing senior financial advisors, plant managers, compliance officers, and manufacturing executives, understanding the specific certifications and technical requirements that matter for each role.

The company specialises in financial services, automotive and transportation, agriculture and construction, oil and gas mining, defence and space, manufacturing, food and beverage, paper and forest products, transportation equipment, and specialty trade contracting. Engineering Search Firm excels at filling roles where job postings and LinkedIn messages have failed, particularly for positions requiring specific certifications or where qualified candidates are already employed. The firm provides honest feedback about salary competitiveness, market realities, and timeline feasibility, ensuring clients understand whether adjustments to the role itself are necessary before investing further time.

Engineering Search Firm operates across Canada and the USA, with a reputation built on professional service and genuine human connection throughout the recruitment process. Clients choose the firm because it delivers results when other recruiters have stalled, combining technical knowledge with exceptional communication and a commitment to finding the right fit rather than simply filling vacancies quickly. The company offers relocation services in both Canada and the USA, supporting candidates and employers through the entire placement process.