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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$110K - $120K *

Join our team to design and enhance material handling systems, focusing on innovative conveyor and sortation solutions. Collaborate with various teams to meet customer expectations, manage projects, a...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $119K *

Optimize project outcomes by managing risks, resources, and relationships, ensuring compliance with established methodologies while guiding teams to deliver high-quality results in an effective and co...

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Reposted 2 days ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading Power Systems engineering for innovative reactor projects. Drive design and coordination across disciplines and stakeholders, ensuring alignment and safety in a first-of-a...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$79K - $119K *

Unlock potential by leading project management initiatives, ensuring compliance with established methodologies, and driving continuous improvement in processes and team collaboration. Manage risks and...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$77K - $128K *

Join a team that's paving the way in systems engineering for global communications. Contribute to innovative modeling projects, collaborate with experts, and ensure mission success through meticulous...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $114K *

Advance automation solutions by integrating, commissioning, and documenting controls for conveyor and sortation systems. Collaborate with teams to execute projects effectively and ensure satisfaction...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $114K *

Lead the charge in the commissioning of advanced control systems for conveyor and sortation technology, collaborating with teams and ensuring adherence to project specifications through effective prog...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $114K *

Join a dynamic team to implement and commission innovative controls for advanced conveyor and sortation systems, ensuring operational excellence through collaboration and technical expertise in a fast...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $225K *

Shape the future of infrastructure as a Principal Civil Project Engineer, leading multidisciplinary teams on high-profile projects in New York. Manage project scope, budgets, and schedules while ensur...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$126K - $166K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of bridge projects, leading design and delivery efforts while collaborating with clients and internal teams to enhance safety, resilience, and community connectivi...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$260K - $300K *

Advance your engineering expertise by leading strategic product expansion, building robust systems across full-stack technologies, and empowering teams to leverage AI workflows for faster and high-qua...

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4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $160K *

Lead and innovate in generative modeling and CAD systems, driving technical excellence within a high-performing engineering team while coordinating closely across teams to enhance platform coherence a...

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3 weeks ago

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

$208K - $364K *

Lead the charge in driving impactful product initiatives by managing a cross-functional engineering team, collaborating with various stakeholders, and fostering a high-performing work environment focu...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Create innovative electrical harness designs for satellite systems, collaborating with engineers to ensure efficient power and data transfer, while adhering to industry standards for performance and r...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $177K *

Architect modern services that enhance a critical production platform while ensuring stability and reliability of legacy systems through careful, incremental modernization and pragmatic engineering pr...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Create innovative building automation solutions by programming and optimizing control systems for commercial and industrial facilities. Collaborate with engineers and technicians to ensure seamless pe...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Lead a cross-functional team of engineers to deliver high-quality products. You will be hands-on in development, mentor engineers, and champion AI technologies, ensuring systems are scalable, secure...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $110K *

Empower your career by leading advanced engineering efforts in gas infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and deliver reliable solutions that enhance performance a...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Transform industrial automation by leading SCADA project execution, designing Ignition solutions, and ensuring seamless integration and client collaboration for diverse clients. Drive digital transfor...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $152K *

Advance your career by leading structural design projects in nuclear engineering, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and mentoring junior engineers while utilizing cutting-edge technologies f...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$137K - $244K *

Elevate production environments by serving as the key technical liaison for product teams. Optimize containerization processes and collaborate closely with platform teams to ensure seamless integratio...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

The Field Engineer will contribute to the telecommunications infrastructure supporting government and military operations, focusing on network router installation efforts. Responsibilities include dev...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$75K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic sales team driving innovative temperature monitoring solutions in the food retail sector, focusing on strategic accounts and new business development to enhance cold ch...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$75K - $169K *

Elevate team performance by leading a dynamic group of engineers, fostering collaboration, and optimizing product development. Drive continuous improvement through mentoring, effective communication...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $210K *

Manage a dynamic team to design and oversee high voltage transmission projects, ensuring compliance with standards. Collaborate across project teams while mentoring staff, managing client relations, a...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.