Your Trusted Partner in Engineering & Manufacturing Staffing
At Austin Nichols Technical Temporaries, we've provided top-tier contract staffing services to the engineering, manufacturing, and construction sectors for over three decades.
With a focus on quality and a detailed, hands-on recruiting process that is unique to our industry, we connect manufacturing companies and engineering firms with highly skilled professionals who drive success.
Contract Staffing for Top Talent
In today’s fast-paced corporate climate, finding top-tier talent for professional-level engineering, manufacturing, and construction roles is more critical than ever. That's where Austin Nichols Technical Temporaries steps in—bridging the gap between ambitious professionals and leading companies.
87%
temp-to-hire conversion rate
100+
years of combined technical recruiting experience
1
hire for every 2 interviews we set
Contract Staffing for Engineers
Whether your projects demand Mechanical Product Development Engineers, Controls and Automation Engineers, or Civil and Structural Engineers, our contract staffing solutions are designed to seamlessly integrate talent into your operations, ensuring that every project benefits from specialized expertise without long-term commitments.
Manufacturing Contract Staffing
We place highly skilled Plant and Operations Managers who excel in optimizing plant performance and ensuring operational efficiency. Our Manufacturing and Process Engineers are adept at designing and implementing efficient manufacturing processes, driving innovation and productivity. Our Continuous Improvement Leaders bring a wealth of expertise in lean methodologies and process improvements, ensuring your organization achieves sustained growth and operational excellence.
Contract Staffing for Construction
Contract staffing for roles such as Construction Project Manager, Director of Construction, and Construction Estimator provides a flexible and efficient solution to meet the dynamic needs of the industry. These professionals bring specialized expertise on a temporary basis, ensuring your projects are managed with precision, strategic oversight, and accurate cost assessments. Scale your workforce according to project demands, optimizing both productivity and budget.
Why Choose Austin Nichols Technical Temporaries
With a keen eye for matching skill sets with specialized positions, our contract staffing services are designed to elevate careers and drive innovation within the engineering, manufacturing, and construction industries.
Connecting Companies With Top-Talent
Whether you're a seasoned expert seeking your next challenge or a company on the hunt for your next game-changer, Austin Nichols provides the platform for these connections.
Project-Focused Mindsets
Strategically enhance your team with highly skilled professionals who bring fresh perspectives, cutting-edge skills, and a flexible, project-focused mindset to your toughest productivity challenges.
Tailored To Your Needs
We understand the unique demands of your industry and take pride in delivering exceptional service and unmatched expertise. From our headquarters in Kansas City, we offer personal approaches for businesses and candidates across the country.
As you navigate the current challenging job market, let Austin Nichols be your compass. We prioritize professional growth for job seekers looking for fulfilling temporary and contract-to-hire work.
Our dedicated team goes beyond the traditional temp agency mold. We offer personalized support, access to a diverse array of industries and companies, and a commitment to matching you with roles that not only fit your skill set but ignite your passion.
What Sets Us Apart
We've been helping connect companies with top talent through our contract staffing services for nearly 40 years and counting. We understand the construction, manufacturing, and engineering spaces and the unique challenges you face.
We're with you every step of the way. Austin Nichols Technical Temporaries offers support to both clients and candidates from start to finish, ensuring seamless integration and long-term satisfaction.
Our unique intake process is as detailed and in-depth as it comes. Our client discovery calls ensure we know enough about your organization to attract top talent for your open position(s) and allow us to understand your specific needs so that we can tailor our search accordingly.
With detailed recruiting presentations for passive talent, we attract and engage top-tier professionals who may not be actively seeking new opportunities.
Our candidate interviews go above and beyond a quick video call. We conduct 60-90-minute interviews with each of our candidates before you ever see a resume to ensure a deep understanding of their skills, experience, and cultural fit.
With an average tenure of 12-13 years, our team boasts stability and deep industry knowledge, which runs in contrast to the typically high turnover rates seen throughout the recruiting industry. It’s our employee longevity that ensures you get to work with the same recruiters and client managers every time you reach out to us, creating an intimate understanding of your organization’s SOPs.
Our Team
Danny White
Danny White is a seasoned, senior recruiter at Austin Nichols Technical Temporaries, where he’s spent six years mastering the art of finding the perfect fit for roles in engineering, manufacturing, and construction. From sourcing candidates to ensuring a seamless hiring process, Danny brings energy, dedication, and a problem-solving mindset to every placement. His earlier career experience as a recruiter for the Missouri Army National Guard sharpened his skills in connecting with people. Danny is committed to delivering a quality experience, treating people the way he’d want to be treated, and always doing what’s right just because it’s the right thing to do. When he’s not working, you’ll find him cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs, caring for his beloved dogs, Roxie and Roco, or playing golf and pickleball.
Romy Rogers
Romy Rogers brings nearly two decades of experience to her role as General Manager of Austin Nichols Technical Temporaries. Short of being the copy machine repair guy, Romy has held nearly every position Austin Nichols employs over the past 18 years. That experience has given her a comprehensive understanding of the organization's operations. She’s used that knowledge to lead our contract recruiting team for the past seven years (and counting), leveraging her extensive background in engineering, manufacturing, and construction recruiting and client management.
Known for her hands-on approach, Romy excels at building strong relationships with both candidates and employers. She oversees talent sourcing, candidate placement, and staff development while serving as a trusted partner to her client companies. Her ability to craft effective hiring strategies has resulted in numerous long-term client collaborations.
Outside of work, you can find Romy spending time with her family, advocating for disability awareness and rights, traveling, creating, and choosing joy every day.
Dave McDowell
Dave McDowell stands as a titan in the engineering, manufacturing, and construction recruiting industry, with more than four decades of unparalleled experience and achievement. As the driving force behind Austin Nichols, Dave has transformed a one-man operation in St. Joseph, Missouri, into a multi-company powerhouse that dominates the market in quality engineering and manufacturing placements. His journey is marked by numerous accolades, including three terms as president of the Missouri & Kansas Search & Staffing Association (MKSSA) and two Missouri Businessman of the Year awards. Additionally, under Dave's visionary leadership, Austin Nichols has garnered the prestigious National Blue Chip award for National Small Business of the Year. These honors underscore the company's commitment to excellence and Dave's exceptional ability to build and lead top-tier recruiting teams. His unmatched market knowledge and genuine care for both companies and candidates have set new standards in the industry.
When not working his characteristic six-day schedule (he does allow himself Sundays off), Dave cherishes time with his family. A devoted sports fan, he ardently supports the Kansas City Chiefs, St. Louis Cardinals, and St. Louis Blues. Dave also enjoys exploring the vibrant Kansas City culinary scene with his wife of more than 40 years.
"I worked with the Austin Nichols team for several years, where they provided several long-term temporary employees (sometimes in the double digits). They get to know you and your culture, and are able to provide temps that are going to work well in your environment."
Testimonials
I have utilized Austin Nichols exclusively for my professional staffing needs for several years now. Positions at my company involve both field work and regional travel which can seriously limit the candidate pool. Despite those challenges, Austin Nichols has been able to consistently produce high quality candidates in a timely manner to meet my business needs. I highly recommend them!
engineering client
Working with Austin Nichols has been a standout experience due to their exceptional communication and dedication. They consistently kept in touch throughout the entire search process, ensuring I was always updated and involved. Their attentive approach means they truly listened to my needs and tailored their efforts accordingly. Most importantly, they demonstrated relentless commitment, working tirelessly until the right candidate was found and the position was successfully filled.
manufacturing client
Solid reputation aside, how Austin Nichols has delivered for our organization over the past several months has been off the charts. Their recruiters are some of the best I've had the pleasure of working with. The industry knowledge, awareness, consultative-spirit, and responsiveness they show has enabled us to focus on other areas of talent acquisition because we have a trusting relationship with Austin Nichols.
manufacturing client
I worked with the Austin Nichols team for several years, where they provided several long term temporary employees (sometimes in the double digits). They get to know you, your culture and are able to provide temps that are going to work well in your environment.
manufacturing client
The screening process at Austin Nichols was impressive, leading us to hire the very first candidate they recommended. His qualifications allowed him to start contributing immediately. After a few months, it became clear that he was destined to become a valuable permanent member of our team, so we officially brought him on board. I wholeheartedly recommend Austin Nichols.
engineering client
If you are in the direct hire recruiting space and would like to help your clients with their temporary/contract work, Austin Nichols has been a great partner for Abacus Search in this area. We have worked with Austin Nichols for over 15 years. We are able to invoice our clients directly and Austin Nichols handles the rest! From background checks, drug screens and payroll processing, they are a delight to work with. They even handle all the taxes and provide benefits for our contractors. If you are looking for an outstanding solution to providing contract/temporary placements to your clients, Austin Nichols is your team!
Abacus Search and Staffing
Our global company has worked with multiple recruiting firms over the past several years, including retained, contingent and those that offer to payroll contract employees. As VP of Talent, it’s my obligation to our organization to uphold the highest standards with zero or very low margin of error when we engage a third party. That standard has been set by Austin Nichols. The thoroughness of their vetting process is top tier, and far above the most well known national and global retained search firms we have engaged. My sense of relief when extending a new req to Austin Nichols is paramount. It means it will be done right, with precision, with speed, and with the highest form of communication through the entire process.
manufacturing client
Ready to find the perfect fit?
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