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 - $113K *

Lead diverse projects in public health by managing evidence synthesis, compliance, and technical coordination, ensuring timely progress with a focus on communication and stakeholder engagement...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$147K - $198K *

Champion information security by managing systems, analyzing threats, and implementing effective policies. Collaborate across teams to enhance security protocols and response strategies in a fully rem...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $214K *

Lead the charge in shaping the future of Content Engineering by guiding distributed technology teams to deliver innovative SaaS solutions and enhance business outcomes through strategic planning and e...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $120K *

Reimagine the sales process by engaging with clients as a Solutions Engineer. Leverage Wavelytics to showcase technical insights and drive impactful customer relationships, ensuring successful deal cl...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Drive technical pre-sales success as you provide IoT expertise, resolve customer challenges, and build trust through solution design. Collaborate with account teams to ensure prospects embrace innovat...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $130K *

Elevate underwriting practices by mentoring teams, analyzing trends, and optimizing product development strategies to support business growth. Collaborate with executives to ensure alignment with orga...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Develop and enhance automated provisioning systems to efficiently onboard high volumes of servers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth integration and process optimization, direct...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic enterprise sales with deep technical expertise, engaging with clients to modernize security architectures and supporting revenue growth across top Fortune account...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion innovation by leading the development of AI-driven financial audit solutions, collaborating closely with engineering and clients to enhance efficiency and quality in audit processes across th...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $100K *

Lead the charge in transforming higher education outcomes by overseeing customer implementations of our academic operations platform, ensuring seamless adoption through planning, training, and collabo...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that manages environmental assessments and leads projects within the nuclear sector. This role involves overseeing staff, coordinating data collection, and ensuring high-quality deliverabl...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$68K - $102K *

Join our team to engineer solutions that optimize system performance and manage customer relationships. Utilize your technical expertise to address complex challenges, enhance reliability, and drive i...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$138K - $165K *

Optimize system architecture for embedded Linux platforms, leading design and governance efforts. Engage in technical strategy, drive innovation, and mentor teams to ensure scalable, maintainable solu...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $200K *

Join a team that's building an innovative AI-driven platform for hardware development. As a backend engineer, you'll craft core services, implement APIs, and ensure reliable system performance while c...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $150K *

Engage in designing, building, and operating multi-environment infrastructures to support customer workloads across diverse environments, including public cloud and isolated setups, with a focus on au...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in supervising electrical construction projects, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality. Collaborate with teams to manage scope, monitor employee performance, and uphold stringent sa...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Elevate the performance and reliability of our AI-native platform by managing infrastructure, CI/CD processes, and user experience. Shape tooling to boost developer efficiency and ensure a stable, fas...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $113K *

Elevate national virtual construction operations by managing processes and teams, ensuring budget adherence, and driving innovation. Collaborate with executives to implement strategic goals, enhancing...

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

$85K - $105K *

Elevate your career by building and deploying healthcare data interfaces, enhancing integration workflows, and optimizing solutions within a collaborative environment dedicated to operational excellen...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $105K *

Analyze and optimize healthcare data interfaces using HL7, FHIR, and protocols. Partner across teams to ensure seamless integration and troubleshoot issues while managing multiple projects and driving...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in developing global sourcing strategies for machines and components, driving supplier negotiations and category management while ensuring operational excellence across multiple region...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$185K - $250K *

Drive the advancement of autonomous quarrying initiatives by leading project execution, stakeholder alignment, and technology integration to enhance safety and operational efficiency in mining operati...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$157K - $205K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize our design system and UI patterns, enhancing product development across teams. Drive quality, consistency, and collaboration between design, product, and engineering in...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming government processes by gathering and analyzing requirements, facilitating stakeholder collaboration, and enhancing documentation workflows for operational...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$140K - $165K *

Contribute to innovative digital I&C design, ensuring compliance and quality in cutting-edge engineering projects, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop impactful system solutions...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.