Company DescriptionWe are the KOSTAL Group, a global, independent family-owned company based in Germany. We develop and manufacture technologically complex electronic and mechatronic products. We employ more than 20.000 people at 53 locations in 21 countries, offering flexible, knowledgeable and customer-focused service. 
In Hungary, KOSTAL is building a flagship global business service center to... deliver exceptional support across key functions such as IT, finance, controlling, master data, purchasing, sales, sustainability, R&D and HR. This center is focusing on high-value, complex processes and your individual expertise can make a significant impact in shaping KOSTAL’s future and driving global excellence.
The work can be managed remotely – with time-to-time office presence depending on the team’s agreement and the demand of the respective professional area – from any location in Hungary. In case of some company events, office attendance is expected from the colleagues. Technical conditions for working from home are fully in place.
Job DescriptionOverall Purpose of the Role:
Collaborate closely with recruiters and hiring managers to analyze resource needs, identify ideal skill sets, and ensure timely availability of qualified candidates by maintaining an efficient, data-driven sourcing process.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaboration: Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to understand hiring needs and skill requirements.
- Job Posting & ATS Management: Post new job openings and maintain accurate, up-to-date statuses of open positions within the internal Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
- Active Candidate Sourcing: Actively source and attract high-quality candidates, developing a robust talent pipeline using diverse sourcing channels.
- Targeted Search & Outreach: Conduct targeted talent searches and outreach through various resources and platforms to connect with potential candidates.
- Data Management: Enter and track candidate data in multiple electronic systems; run and interpret standard reports as needed.
- Metrics & Reporting: Prepare sourcing metrics and assist in creating impactful presentations for internal operations or client business reviews.
- Candidate Handover: Identify suitable candidates and efficiently share details with recruiters to initiate the vetting and interview processes.
- Trend Analysis: Collaborate with TA/HR to analyze sourcing trends, ensuring the candidate pool aligns with evolving business needs and quality standards.
- ATS Optimization: Maintain the internal ATS, generate regular updates and reports, and contribute ideas to streamline and improve recruitment workflows.

QualificationsWho we’re looking for
- Bachelor’s degree—ideally in Human Resources, Economics, Psychology, or something similar.
- Fresh graduates are welcome! Passion for people and learning new things is just as important as your field of study.
- Some experience in sourcing or recruiting is great (from an agency, in-house, or even as an internship), but not required. If you’re new to the field, that’s okay—enthusiasm and willingness to learn go a long way.
- Basic knowledge of sourcing techniques (like LinkedIn, Boolean searches, or social media) is a plus, but we’ll give you all the training you need to get up to speed.
- Decent skills with Microsoft Office—especially Excel.
- Comfortable reading, writing, and speaking in English AND German.

The kind of person who thrives here
- Proactive: You like to take initiative and are willing to jump in and try things, even if they’re new.
- Empathetic Listener: You care about people’s perspectives and are a good listener.
- Problem Solver: You enjoy helping others and figuring out solutions when challenges pop up.
- Great Communicator: You’re clear, open, and friendly in both written and verbal communication.
- Service-Minded: You value helping others—whether that’s candidates, recruiters, or hiring managers—and want their experience to be positive.
- Self-Motivated and Adaptable: You work well on your own, but also ask questions and seek feedback. You’re flexible and have a “can-do” attitude.
- Dependable and Responsible: People can count on you—you do what you say you’ll do, and you pay attention to the details.
- Analytical Thinker: You like using data, numbers, or reports to understand what’s working and find ways to improve.
- Tech Curious: You’re comfortable using basic recruiting tools and open to learning new technology.
- Organized and Resilient: You can juggle multiple things at once and work well in a fast-paced team.

Additional InformationWhat do we offer :
- Flexible working conditions with remote work possibility (in-person presence is required from time to time), you can have a real work-life balance
- Modern, newly renovated, sustainable office with parking space and bicycle storage area in the heart of Budapest
- Supportive, diverse and highly skilled community
- Ability to really make a difference and build new processes from scratch, you can participate in the formation and shape of the BSC processes
- KOSTAL is a dynamically developing company, an independent, family-run business which provides much flexibility
- You can enjoy our value-oriented work culture: we are down-to-earth, appreciative, inspiring and innovative

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KOSTAL develops and manufactures technologically advanced electronic, mechatronic modules and connector systems for automotive industry. The Group has 46 locations world-wide in 21 countries on four continents with head quarter in Germany and a work-force of about 17 000 people.
KOSTAL Ukraine is stable growing company with more than 15 years history on Ukrainian market. Today KOSTAL Ukraine... is a direct supplier of automotive components for different famous manufactures like a Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, Skoda, Seat, Ford, Tesla, Daimler, BMW, Renault and others.
For further development of our Engineering Center we are looking for young and experienced candidates to fill the position of Design Engineer.
Roles and responsibilities:
- Development of products design using Catia V5 as a development team member;
- Development of supporting documentation, including DFMEA, tolerance study, structural analysis etc;
- Communication with customers, supporting their needs;
- Communication with suppliers and tooling vendors;
- Preparation of different technical presentations;
- Testing of the design samples;
- Judgment of single components and assemblies;
- Support of production of existing products;
- Products upgrade;
- Support of Sales, Quality and Project Management;
- Handling of technical documentation in data base.

Description of ideal candidate:
- Mechanical Engineering Degree;
- 2+ years related experience with Design and Development;
- Experience of development of mass-production products;
- Experience of design in CAD applications Catia, NX, Solid Works…;
- Basic Knowledge of plastic design;
- Knowledge of GD&T Geometric and Dimensional Tolerancing / ISO GPS;
- Conversational and technical language skills — English or German;
- Must have the ability to occasionally travel International;
- Candidate must be self-driven and pro- active.

We offer:
- Official employment according to the Labor Code of Ukraine;
- Paid vacation and sick leave;
- Flexible schedule;
- Stable and competitive salary with opportunities of growing (100% legal payments);
- Trainings and exchange of experience within the company and with foreign colleagues;
- Business trips to other KOSTAL location mostly to Germany and Czech Republic;
- Financial and social support to employees in case of relocation;
- Foreign languages courses: English;
- Young and inspired work community.

Please, contact us:
Kostal Ukraine
+380674410220
http://www.kostal.com/


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KOSTAL develops and manufactures technologically advanced electronic, electromechanical and mechatronic products. The Group has 46 locations world-wide in 21 countries on four continents, with a work-force of about 17 000 people, ensuring competent and flexible service on a local basis.
We offer: a job in an innovative and worldwide straightened enterprise in which demanding duties are... to be solved. You can grow and develop with us, worldwide. The open working atmosphere oriented to team cooperation in our family company strengthens the motivation and creativity of our employees and creates clearances for independent action.
For further development of our Engineering Center we are looking for young and experienced candidates to fill the position of Mechanical Design Engineer.
Roles and responsibilities: 
- Responsible for Mechanical product design and development for automotive structural components;
- Communicating product criteria to rapid prototypers via 3D models and/or drawing files;
- Generate ideas, study feasibility, and execute material/design changes for cost reduction without compromising product quality;
- Material specification, project quoting, feasibility studies and assisting Manufacturing and Assembly with product startup. All relating to new product development. 

Candidate requirements:
- Mechanical Engineering Degree;
- Experience with Design and Development of electromechanical products;
- Experience with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance for plastic parts;
- Knowledge of automotive standarts;
- Knowledge of technological aspects of injection molding;
- Experience using CAD software: Catia. Experience with another CAD/CAM/CAE programs will be helpful;
- Conversational and technical language skills — English, (German or French will be an additional advantage);
- Must have the ability to occasionally travel (International);
- Candidate must be self-driven and pro- active.

We offer
- Official employment (according to the Labor Code of Ukraine); 
- Paid vacation and sick leave; 
- Flexible schedule; 
- Stable and competitive salary; 
- The system of bonuses according to the achieved results; 
- Continuous training process and exchange of experience within the company and with foreign colleagues; 
- Financial and social support to employees after relocation.

Please, contact us:
Kostal Ukraine
067 4410220
www.kostal.com
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KOSTAL develops and manufactures technologically advanced electronic, mechatronic modules and connector systems for automotive industry. The Group has 46 locations world-wide in 21 countries on four continents with head quarter in Germany and a work-force of about 17 000 people.
KOSTAL Ukraine is stable growing company with more than 15 years history on Ukrainian market. Today KOSTAL Ukraine... is a direct supplier of automotive components for different famous manufactures like a Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, Skoda, Seat, Ford, Tesla, Daimler, BMW, Renault and others.
For further development of our Engineering Center we are looking for young and experienced candidates to fill the position of Design Engineer.
Roles and responsibilities:
- Development of products design using Catia V5 as a development team member;
- Development of supporting documentation, including DFMEA, tolerance study, structural analysis etc;
- Communication with customers, supporting their needs;
- Communication with suppliers and tooling vendors;
- Preparation of different technical presentations;
- Testing of the design samples;
- Judgment of single components and assemblies;
- Support of production of existing products;
- Products upgrade;
- Support of Sales, Quality and Project Management;
- Handling of technical documentation in data base.

Description of ideal candidate:
- Mechanical Engineering Degree;
- 2+ years related experience with Design and Development;
- Experience of development of mass-production products;
- Experience of design in CAD applications Catia, NX, Solid Works…;
- Basic Knowledge of plastic design;
- Knowledge of GD&T Geometric and Dimensional Tolerancing / ISO GPS;
- Conversational and technical language skills — English or German;
- Must have the ability to occasionally travel International;
- Candidate must be self-driven and pro- active.

We offer:
- Official employment according to the Labor Code of Ukraine;
- Paid vacation and sick leave;
- Medical assurance;
- Flexible schedule;
- Stable and competitive salary with opportunities of growing (100% legal payments);
- Trainings and exchange of experience within the company and with foreign colleagues;
- Business trips to other KOSTAL location mostly to Germany and Czech Republic;
- Financial and social support to employees in case of relocation;
- Foreign languages courses: English;
- Young and inspired work community.

Please, contact us:
Kostal Ukraine
+380674410220
http://www.kostal.com/

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