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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$80K - $95K *

Drive facility performance by overseeing building operations, maintenance, and systems for a medical office portfolio. Lead and develop maintenance teams while managing vendor coordination and ensurin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by integrating complex models and simulations to advance missile defense systems, collaborating with a skilled team to validate algorithms and enhance operational capabilities...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$188K - $220K *

Advance clinical engineering by leading product innovation, establishing best practices, and overseeing testing processes. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance design requirements and i...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate engineering projects by managing civil infrastructure from design to completion. Oversee water systems, stormwater, and sanitation initiatives while ensuring compliance and fostering collabora...

2 weeks ago

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

$105K - $140K *

Empower your career by joining a team that creates efficient structural designs. Collaborate on diverse projects, leveraging your skills in engineering software and building systems to deliver innovat...

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3 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving successful construction projects through effective management, coordination, and oversight of all phases of development, ensuring quality and compliance from st...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead engineering managers in delivering innovative transmission planning solutions for utilities and ISOs, ensuring project excellence while fostering client relationships a...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming the future of energy by overseeing a team that delivers innovative solutions in transmission planning, ensuring actionable insights for utilities and ISOs while maintai...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovative structural design solutions in a collaborative environment. Leverage your engineering expertise to create impactful, compliance-focused project deliverables across diverse sectors and...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $120K *

Architect project success by leading electrical construction initiatives, ensuring quality compliance, troubleshooting technical challenges, and supporting administrative project tasks in a collaborat...

1 week ago

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

$115K - $140K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative control systems, mentoring a skilled team, and managing projects to enhance automation solutions with minimal travel...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in overseeing Electric Drive Modules, ensuring technical execution and meeting performance targets. Drive project plans, coordinate milestones, and manage quality while collaborating a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading and managing complex conveyance and pipeline initiatives. Drive design, coordination, and stakeholder engagement while ensuring projects meet quality and budget req...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering analysis and design on diverse projects, ensuring quality and compliance while collaborating with teams. Drive project delivery on time and within budget, enhancing clie...

Yesterday

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

$190K - $210K *

Elevate engineering excellence by leading high-performing squads to deliver robust software solutions, ensuring quality, reliability, and effective collaboration across teams to meet business goals an...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $102K *

Elevate your career by leading diverse civil site engineering projects, focusing on energy generation and land reclamation efforts. Collaborate with teams and clients to ensure project success while a...

Today

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

$190K - $220K *

Serve as a strategic leader in structural engineering, enhancing practices, guiding teams, and managing complex projects while building client relationships throughout New Jersey. Drive excellence in...

3 weeks ago

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

$115K - $150K *

Contribute to innovative reactor design by analyzing and developing essential structural systems for safety and performance. Collaborate with diverse teams to create pioneering hardware in a complex e...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful engineering projects, leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions within budget. Ensure technical alignment and optimize resources while mentoring junior staff and g...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $110K *

Champion the technical success of mobile broadcast units, leading daily operations and ensuring show readiness in dynamic environments. Provide expert guidance, manage crews, and uphold NEP standards...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $120K *

Manage the successful execution of complex projects, ensuring quality and compliance while leading technical teams and integrating multidiscipline contributions to meet safety and industry standards...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $114K *

Elevate your engineering career by taking on meaningful structural design challenges alongside seasoned professionals, fostering your growth in a collaborative and dynamic project environment focused...

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $102K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing electric utility projects, overseeing all aspects from initiation to closeout, leading cross-functional teams, interfacing across departments, and ensuring suc...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$207K - $259K *

Own and lead the turbogenerator system, ensuring design, integration, and certification meet aircraft standards. Guide a diverse team while navigating complex technical challenges in an innovative hyb...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Champion the design and development of components for submarine applications, collaborating with various stakeholders and managing project oversight to ensure quality and compliance with naval standar...

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.