How Cognify Global Filled a Critical Engineering Role in Just Seven Days
posted 3rd October 2025
Background
An engineering firm in the Automation Control sector had spent more than three months trying to hire a qualified Controls Engineer. Despite working with three different recruitment agencies, they continued to face the same issues: none of the candidates presented had the right blend of technical expertise and cultural fit, interviews weren’t progressing, and the prolonged search was beginning to jeopardise project timelines. Their frustration grew as it became clear that the recruiters they had partnered with didn’t fully understand the nuances of their environment or what truly mattered to the team.

A Fresh Approach
When Cognify Global was introduced to the firm, the first step was to take a detailed, solutions-focused approach. An introductory call allowed us to explore the precise technical requirements for the role, understand the culture of the organisation, and identify where previous recruitment attempts had gone wrong. By listening carefully to their challenges and expectations, it became clear that the missing piece wasn’t the talent market itself but the lack of a recruiter who could navigate it with genuine sector insight.
Specialist Recruitment in Action
Using the information gathered from this conversation, our team tapped into our specialist network within Automation Control. Rather than casting a wide net, we approached the search with tailored precision, targeting professionals who not only met the technical criteria but were also likely to integrate seamlessly into the firm’s working environment. Within just forty-eight hours, we identified an ideal candidate—a Controls Engineer with the relevant skill set, proven performance in similar settings, and the right mindset for the company’s culture.
Results Within Days
The client moved quickly from this point. Interviews were arranged for the same week, and within seven days of our initial call, an offer had been made and accepted. After months of stagnation, the firm finally secured the engineer they needed to keep their projects on track.
What This Case Shows
This case highlights how impactful a specialist recruitment partner can be. By combining industry knowledge with a tailored, consultative approach, Cognify Global was able to streamline the hiring process and deliver a result that exceeded the client’s expectations. It reinforces the importance of working with recruiters who understand both the market and the culture they are recruiting into, and demonstrates how efficient a search can be when the right strategy is applied from the outset.
Looking Ahead
By choosing Cognify Global, the engineering firm not only filled a business-critical role but also established a long-term partnership designed to support their future hiring needs.
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