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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$200K - $250K *

Lead technical initiatives and teams for innovative laser-based systems in defense and space domains, ensuring compliance and guiding projects from concept to operational readiness while communicating...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance Navy shipbuilding by developing structural designs, integrating systems, and conducting technical analyses, all while ensuring quality and cost-effe...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in advancing Navy shipbuilding initiatives by delivering innovative structural engineering solutions, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with governmen...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Develop innovative telematics and sensing products, leading designs from concept to production while ensuring regulatory compliance and supporting hardware architecture with cross-functional teams...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $115K *

Take ownership of the design and development of telematics products, guiding PCB layout standards and ensuring regulatory compliance while leading cross-functional teams to solve complex engineering c...

Coquitlam, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of engineering by leading Module Leads and support engineers. Drive technical excellence and ensure seamless communication across trades to support first-class co...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Join a team that's enhancing security solutions. Collaborate on design, support project implementation, and ensure compliance through innovative system integration. Elevate your engineering career wit...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $95K *

Lead the charge in engineering solutions for system installation and integration on US Coast Guard vessels. Supervise teams, assess technical issues, and ensure the optimal performance of complex syst...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Pioneer innovative field evaluations of electrical power distribution systems. Analyze and design solutions for infrastructure improvements while collaborating with teams and clients to ensure success...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$99K - $120K *

Drive the design of complex transportation projects, mentoring junior designers while collaborating with cross-functional teams to create innovative and coordinated solutions for highways, railways, a...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping instrumentation solutions to meet diverse client needs. Lead critical projects, develop designs, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver exceptional results in process...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$97K - $111K *

Advance your career by providing crucial engineering support to the Construction Manager, facilitating team coordination, ensuring project compliance, and enhancing overall operational effectiveness a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape complex traffic engineering projects, manage design processes, and provide technical expertise while supervising a small team. Collaborate on impactful analyses and ensure quality in signal plan...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's focused on delivering excellence in project management as you assist the Construction Management Team with field operations and documentation across various locations in Alaska and...

4 days ago

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

$63K - $111K *

Support FAA air traffic control projects by conducting inspections, ensuring compliance, and promoting quality standards. Collaborate with project teams to maintain safety and excellence throughout co...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $125K *

Help us oversee rail construction projects by supporting engineering teams across multiple disciplines, ensuring alignment with schedules, tracking progress, and facilitating communication for success...

Reposted yesterday

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead technical initiatives as a senior electronics engineer, focusing on systems engineering for advanced communications. Guide projects while enhancing network designs and collaborating with cross-fu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead and grow a technical team responsible for Fellow’s recording platform, balancing user impact with operational excellence and innovation. Be hands-on while fostering an environment of collaboratio...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Lead and develop a high-performing engineering team to enhance the recording platform. Drive operational excellence while staying hands-on with code. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver innovati...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Champion the future of seamless recording experiences by leading a skilled engineering team. Elevate system reliability, drive innovation, and foster growth to ensure an effortless platform across div...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $125K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in infrastructure construction. As a key player, you'll manage project schedules, ensure quality and safety, and facilitate communication across teams to deliver...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative electrical and control systems for water and wastewater facilities, ensuring seamless integration of technology for efficient operation and monitoring...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $220K *

Pioneer a transformative role in neurotechnology by leading engineering efforts, defining product strategy, and building a technical team from the ground up—all while maintaining hands-on coding influ...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join our dynamic engineering team to lead the development of complex mechanical components. Collaborate across functions, mentor junior engineers, and drive innovative solutions with attention to qual...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $195K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative electrical engineering solutions. Lead and mentor junior engineers while delivering complex projects from concept to completion, ensuring quality and compliance w...

2 weeks ago

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

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.