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 *

Accelerate growth by driving new business leads and client relations in the Chemicals & LNG sectors. Collaborate with teams to exceed sales forecasts while managing proposals and fostering strategic p...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $124K *

Join a dynamic team to manage site controls activities in the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of heavy-duty turbines. Leverage your expertise to ensure optimal operation and compliance wh...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $114K *

Drive operational excellence by leading consulting projects that enhance productivity and efficiency across retail and supply chain operations, ensuring measurable results and stakeholder engagement t...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career as a strategic leader in security architecture, defining and implementing secure-by-design principles across next-gen distributed storage platforms while driving cross-functional c...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Analyze fault events and perform coordination studies to enhance protection for distribution substations. Prepare technical specifications and relay settings, ensuring project completion on time and o...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Redefine maintenance coordination by overseeing CASREP processes and facilitating equipment readiness across Aircraft Carrier deployments. Your strategic insight will drive efficient project managemen...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's focused on driving process modernization by applying proven methodologies to enhance project success and facilitate effective knowledge transfer across multiple teams, aiming for en...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$133K - $248K *

Shape the future of technology strategy and architecture, guiding cloud governance and security across enterprise systems while driving innovation and efficiency in a collaborative environment with ex...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic Product Manager role, driving the development and delivery of essential property tax solutions while collaborating across teams to ensure compliance and optimal system...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Empower manufacturing excellence by supporting electrical engineering functions across multiple plants, solving technical challenges, and driving efficiency in food can production. Collaborate with te...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer innovative designs in data center engineering. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex projects that shape the infrastructure of tomorrow, ensuring quality and client satis...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's committed to elevating site reliability through hands-on leadership and extensive automation. Drive operational excellence across cloud environments while managing a distributed eng...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Make your mark at a leading firm by managing complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and financial success while mentoring your team and maintaining exceptional client relationships across diverse...

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

$134K - $205K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative substation solutions, ensuring project success through technical expertise in commissioning and protection systems. This senior role requires collaboration acr...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $130K *

Champion the full lifecycle of contract management, providing strategic guidance, ensuring compliance, and driving successful execution while mentoring junior staff to enhance departmental expertise a...

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1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Transform federal security compliance into actionable security capabilities. Empower the Governance & Trust team to ensure Chainguard builds trust with government customers by developing monitoring sy...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in refining development assurance processes to improve compliance with ARP4754B. Collaborate with systems engineering to enhance requirements management across all program phases while...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative solutions with Atlassian tools, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance workflows and improve team efficiency in a dynamic federal environment while supportin...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $271K *

Lead execution of spacecraft programs by partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure technical and financial success, while maintaining high customer satisfaction and compliance with government r...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $145K *

Join as a Forward Deployed Engineer to enhance Democratic and Progressive organizations by integrating agentic AI into their operations, identifying workflows, designing solutions, and serving as a tr...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Tackle complex challenges as you optimize, configure, and enhance the Atlassian tool suite, streamlining workflows and driving mission success for federal clients through collaboration and technical e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of construction by leading Virtual Design & Construction initiatives. Leverage cutting-edge tools to enhance collaboration and improve project outcomes while managing a team and train...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $102K *

Join a team that's pivotal in driving process modernization and integration across projects. Use your technical skills to facilitate group coordination, improve efficiency, and support project teams i...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$124K - $156K *

Lead a small scrum team to develop and enhance features in a client-focused application. Blend hands-on coding with management to ensure high-quality technical delivery and foster an AI-first engineer...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $185K *

Champion product security by enhancing safety in engineering projects, automating threat responses, and providing strategic security reviews. Collaborate across diverse tech stacks to bolster resilien...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information 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.