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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$100K - $130K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role overseeing technical aspects of product implementation, ensuring cutting-edge solutions for medical informatics while enhancing customer satisfaction through effec...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $140K *

Grow your career with a senior role leading electrical design for complex projects. Manage the full lifecycle of engineering while ensuring high standards of quality, efficiency, and compliance across...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$147K - $293K *

Lead and develop a high-performing developer platform team, ensuring agility, scalability, and creativity while fostering collaboration across the organization and mentoring engineers to excel in thei...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative mechanical systems for diverse building projects. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team while managing scopes, schedules, and budgets to deliver high-impact...

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1 month ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in engineering a cutting-edge tax engine, collaborating with experts to ensure industry-leading precision while scaling capabilities to meet AI-driven demands. Guide a talented team, b...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $180K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team as you lead innovative structural engineering projects, mentoring junior engineers while applying advanced design techniques to deliver effective, sustainable solu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$134K - $205K *

Transform nuclear power systems design by leading engineering teams and optimizing plant modifications. Drive innovation and efficiency in project execution, ensuring compliance with regulations while...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$118K - $180K *

Transform electrical engineering challenges into innovative solutions while leading a talented team. Oversee projects at nuclear facilities, ensuring technical excellence, client satisfaction, and sea...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $140K *

Lead the charge in engineering innovative electrical designs for multifaceted commercial projects, ensuring compliance and sustainability while managing the entire project lifecycle from concept to co...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $140K *

Transform electrical design by leading complex commercial projects, ensuring compliance with codes and sustainability goals while collaborating across disciplines from concept to construction...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $140K *

Drive the electrical engineering design for commercial projects, ensuring compliance and performance. Lead cross-disciplinary teams to enhance efficiency from concept to completion, while mentoring pe...

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1 week ago

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

$130K - $140K *

Design high-performance electrical systems by leading projects from concept to construction. Engage in cross-disciplinary collaboration while ensuring compliance and sustainability goals. Strengthen e...

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1 week ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by partnering with sales teams to drive Optical product strategies, influence key decision-makers, and enhance market opportunities in a dynamic consulting engineer role within the Op...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $175K *

Transform enterprise sales strategies by engaging civil engineering firms, driving significant revenue growth across the US Central and Midwest markets. Utilize a deep understanding of AEC workflows t...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$99K - $185K *

Elevate your career by driving project management excellence in mining remediation. Collaborate across teams to ensure project success from planning to execution. Embrace innovative construction techn...

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4 weeks ago

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

$92K - $175K *

Unlock your potential by leading complex marine and waterfront engineering projects, guiding teams through design phases, and ensuring technical excellence for public and private sector clients across...

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1 week ago

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

$139K - $191K *

Lead the charge in managing substation projects, ensuring compliance and reliability. Drive collaboration among engineering teams while providing technical mentorship and integrating emerging technolo...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $172K *

Champion the future of substation projects by leading design, execution, and compliance efforts. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance reliability and safety while mentoring junior staff...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$305K - $385K *

Transform web development by leading architectural decisions for major online platforms. Collaborate with design and engineering teams to enhance user experience and efficiency while driving projects...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead impactful power system studies and model development while mentoring junior engineers. Collaborate with leadership to enhance client advisory services and ensure project quality, driving innovati...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Lead structural analysis and design, providing critical construction services while driving market expansion across the western US. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure high-quality, customer...

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1 month ago

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

$175K - $210K *

Join a team that's innovating the future of energy by integrating large-load facilities into the electric grid, solving complex challenges, and ensuring reliable power supply for high-performance comp...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$74K - $113K *

Transform your career as you collaborate in the design and analysis of structural systems for nuclear facilities, applying your expertise in structural engineering to advance innovative projects and e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Shape critical bridge projects in Alberta by managing execution, fostering client relationships, and developing junior staff, ensuring alignment with project governance and delivery excellence...

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2 weeks ago

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

$225K - $275K *

Empower engineering excellence as you lead a team driving high-quality software delivery. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance team culture and ensure reliability in a compliance-focused environm...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.