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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$90K - $110K *

Unlock construction success by providing technical field support, ensuring compliance, and facilitating efficient project execution on a major wastewater treatment initiative...

2 days ago

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

$70K - $95K *

Make your mark at our team by driving capital projects to success. Lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and ensure timely project execution in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Your experti...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $225K *

Transform enterprise AI deployments by leading a high-performing team, ensuring technical excellence and value-driven outcomes as you design scalable, secure architectures that integrate data and gove...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $105K *

Oversee construction engineering projects, collaborating with teams to ensure timely completion, problem-solving, and compliance with standards and safety protocols while managing materials and docume...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Lead the Engineering Department and ensure project delivery by providing technical oversight, fostering team collaboration, managing operations, and developing staff. Drive success through effective l...

Yesterday

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

$150K - $180K *

Grow your career with a visionary role leading multidisciplinary engineering teams to innovate and integrate advanced aviation technologies, ensuring reliability and safety of mission-critical systems...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Join our team to manage the design and delivery of complex transportation structures while mentoring young engineers and engaging clients for impactful projects. Drive innovation and project success i...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Advance quality standards by leading cross-functional teams, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with quality systems to enhance overall operational excellence in a dynamic environ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Play a key role in managing project administration, overseeing resources, and ensuring quality and safety on medium to large projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive efficiency and support th...

Today

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

$88K - $105K *

Contribute to project administration by supporting management of cost, schedule, and quality for multiple projects. Leverage expertise to oversee project functions and foster collaboration for success...

Today

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

$84K - $110K *

Partner with us to manage project costs and schedules, overseeing small to medium-sized projects while supporting team leadership. Ensure quality and safety across site activities and contribute to st...

Yesterday

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

$120K - $160K *

Strategize on technical leadership for aerospace structures, ensuring manufacturability and production feasibility across complex programs while driving continuous improvement and alignment with custo...

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Drive technical excellence by leading complex program execution, overseeing lab infrastructure, mentoring junior engineers, and enhancing collaboration with government stakeholders to ensure optimal p...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Elevate engineering excellence by leading multidisciplinary teams and overseeing complex projects within regulated environments. Drive regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and successful executio...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $190K *

Lead a team of civil and structural engineers in delivering complex industrial projects. Drive technical excellence, develop future leaders, and foster client relationships while shaping business stra...

3 weeks ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Drive engineering excellence as you lead a team, mentor talent, and influence strategy to deliver complex industrial projects while fostering client relationships and ensuring high performance...

3 weeks ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Lead a dedicated team of civil and structural engineers in delivering innovative solutions across diverse industrial sectors. Collaborate closely with executives to enhance capabilities and drive stra...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining infrastructure! As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you'll develop and modify mechanical systems for nuclear power plants, collaborating with engineers and designers to deli...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $215K *

Join a dynamic team as you oversee engineering efforts and manage multiple substation projects. Champion quality, schedule, and profitability while fostering collaboration among project teams for effi...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join our dynamic team as you lead engineering efforts, ensuring project quality, schedules, and profitability while supervising multiple projects and teams in the electrical power industry...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple engineering teams to achieve project quality, schedule, and profitability goals. Utilize your extensive substation design knowledge while enhancing team productivi...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Oversee multiple substation design projects, managing engineering teams to ensure high quality, profitability, and timely completion. Drive coordination between departments and elevate team capabiliti...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by overseeing substation project teams, ensuring quality, profitability, and timely delivery while fostering collaboration across departments for optimal exec...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in driving project success by overseeing engineering teams, ensuring high-quality substation designs, coordinating efforts across departments, and maintaining schedules and budgets for...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of Integrated Logistic Support as a key leader, driving ILS activities in complex military engineering projects, ensuring integration, supportability, and quality deliverables across...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.