Chief Engineer Jobs at Ladders

Looking for high paying Chief Engineer jobs? You've come to the right place. At Ladders, we specialize in providing access to the most lucrative positions available today, all vetted and from top companies.

Why Choose a Career as a Chief Engineer?

Chief Engineers are paramount in the design and development process in many industries. They steer the technical direction of projects, making significant contributions to the companies they work for.

Preparation for Chief Engineer Jobs

As you can expect, these jobs require a high level of technical skill and experience. Most advertised positions look for candidates with a strong background in engineering, team management, and strategic planning.

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$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading EMT studies and model development in power systems. Collaborate with senior leadership while mentoring junior engineers. Drive project success and provide client management...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$114K - $139K *

Contribute to the success of rail and transit projects by delivering innovative civil engineering designs, ensuring projects meet client expectations while staying on budget and on time, working colla...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$154K - $227K *

Lead the charge in advancing innovative AI/ML, Cyber Ops, and Electronic Warfare systems. Drive multi-disciplinary engineering teams, manage system development cycles, and collaborate with leadership...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Drive impactful road design projects, collaborating within a multi-disciplinary team. Engage in all project phases, ensuring compliance with standards and client needs. Emphasize innovative solutions...

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1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$75K - $95K *

Empower projects by providing expert engineering and consulting services across sectors. Lead field investigations, assessments, and analyses while ensuring quality, compliance, and client communicati...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $110K *

Elevate your career by developing innovative automation solutions to enhance ERP applications and infrastructure support, while collaborating with a dynamic team and mentoring fellow engineers in a fu...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $135K *

Lead the charge in data center commissioning by managing test executions and providing technical guidance. Oversee system readiness and troubleshoot issues to ensure successful project delivery and me...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $200K *

Drive engineering excellence in subsurface utility mapping by leveraging expertise and collaboration to enhance project outcomes while ensuring quality and compliance with industry standards...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$160K - $200K *

Champion innovation in subsurface utility engineering while guiding complex infrastructure projects to success through expert decision-making and client collaboration, ensuring quality deliverables th...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$136K - $165K *

Drive the full lifecycle of data center commissioning projects. Leverage deep technical expertise and coordination skills to ensure operational readiness while managing third-party agents and complian...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in planning and executing structural engineering projects while managing teams to deliver high-quality solutions that exceed client expectations. Collaborate effectively with stakehold...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $120K *

Champion project excellence by leading cross-functional teams and ensuring timely delivery of structural engineering projects while maintaining compliance and fostering client relationships throughout...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $120K *

Join a leading team to design innovative bridge structures, ensuring quality and adherence to engineering standards while collaborating with project teams to achieve timely delivery and client satisfa...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of aviation by innovating and delivering airfield infrastructure projects that enhance safety and operational efficiency globally, while fostering your career gro...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's passionate about transforming healthcare design! As a design engineer, you'll create intuitive user interfaces for innovative healthcare solutions while collaborating with engineers...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming engineering practices and shaping the future of our innovative platform. Drive impactful projects while nurturing a high-performing team, balancing stability, scalabili...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by redefining design-to-code processes and enhancing team collaboration in a dynamic environment. Shape the future of production-ready components using cutting-edge AI tools while fos...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Partner with us to design and develop innovative software solutions, guide and mentor junior engineers, and collaborate across teams to create robust applications that meet user needs and enhance syst...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of cutting-edge technology by leading software engineering efforts, mentoring junior developers, and delivering robust solutions that meet user needs while ensuring seamless inter...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $157K *

Transform cloud infrastructure by building, operating, and automating systems that ensure seamless and secure service delivery. Collaborate with global teams to enhance observability, reliability, and...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Collaborate with internal and external teams to troubleshoot server and network issues, manage service orders, and enhance operational efficiencies across datacenters to maintain high service levels a...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$186K - $242K *

Lead a high-performing engineering team to innovate user experience and platform functionality, incorporating AI while driving strategic initiatives that align with business goals in a fast-paced, col...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$98K - $188K *

Champion the development of innovative mechanical nuclear systems, integrating engineering expertise to support BWRX-300 design objectives while collaborating across teams to enhance product quality a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $95K *

Advance your career by ensuring passenger railcar integrity through inspections, structural calculations, and design verification. Collaborate with teams to uphold safety standards while supporting pr...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $200K *

Transform an engineering team as you lead them in delivering high-quality music experiences. Drive AI implementation, enhance team culture, and ensure reliable sprint execution while collaborating wit...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is the role of a Chief Engineer?question toggle

    A Chief Engineer is in charge of an organization's research and development department. They work to develop new products, ensure equipment and processes comply with safety regulations, and oversee staff.

  • What qualifications do I need to be a Chief Engineer?question toggle

    Most Chief Engineers have a college degree in an engineering field. Some employers might also require a postgraduate degree. Furthermore, a considerable number of years of experience working on engineering projects and managing teams is usually necessary.

  • What industries employ Chief Engineers?question toggle

    Chief Engineers are employed in a variety of sectors, including manufacturing, construction, aerospace, defense, and electronics, among others.

  • How much do Chief Engineers make?question toggle

    The salary for a Chief Engineer can vary widely, but at Ladders, we focus on roles that pay $100k or more annually.