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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$131K - $204K *

Champion engineering excellence by overseeing design, systems, and program efforts in a nuclear plant environment, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance while leading a talented team toward operati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $130K *

Elevate your engineering career by managing diverse solid waste projects. Harness your expertise in landfill design, gas management, and client relations to drive project success and enhance environme...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Engage as a collaborative Design Engineer to create innovative civil designs, analytics, and construction documents while ensuring compliance with regulations. Join a dynamic team committed to robust...

1 week ago

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

$84K - $85K *

Optimize engineering solutions across diverse projects in gas, electricity, and civil disciplines. Collaborate with teams on planning, design, and execution while enhancing your skills in a supportive...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading and mentoring teams in industrial automation maintenance and control systems development, enhancing operational efficiency and contributing to manufacturing innovation...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Drive high-level design and coordination efforts for complex electrical projects. Lead a dedicated team ensuring compliance with standards, while executing advanced design tasks using CADD and 3D mode...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to managing capital projects in chocolate manufacturing. You'll develop project scopes, oversee budgets, and ensure timely execution while collaborating with stakeholders...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing engineering processes and resolving operational issues while overseeing a dynamic team, ensuring product quality, customer satisfaction, and cost reduction in our extensiv...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $110K *

Engineer innovative electrical distribution systems and power solutions for diverse commercial and educational facilities, ensuring compliance and excellence in design and implementation...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career by designing cutting-edge electrical and RF systems for nanosatellites. Collaborate with engineers throughout the design cycle, enhancing payload capabilities and optimizing circui...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Advance your career by managing diverse site development projects, from conception through construction, while gaining valuable industry experience and mentoring junior engineers in a dynamic collabor...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Drive project management for water and wastewater systems focusing on studies, design, permitting, and construction oversight. Collaborate with teams and clients to deliver quality results while mento...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Lead impactful electrical engineering projects by designing systems, ensuring compliance, and mentoring a dynamic team to achieve results. Collaborate with clients to meet their needs while innovating...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $150K *

Develop and support the design of roadway and highway projects, conducting geometric analyses and ensuring compliance with engineering standards while collaborating with design teams to deliver projec...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $150K *

Join us to support innovative transportation projects by designing critical roadway infrastructure. Utilize your expertise in engineering to enhance local, county, and state roadways while collaborati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $120K *

Innovate mechanical design solutions by creating detailed 2D and 3D models using CAD software, and providing engineering support through the entire product lifecycle to optimize manufacturing and redu...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's leading structural design and analysis for multifaceted projects. This senior role emphasizes independent problem-solving, project management, and mentoring junior engineers, ensuri...

1 week ago

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

$105K - $140K *

Shape the future of building engineering by designing innovative electrical systems. Collaborate with teams to deliver efficient solutions that meet aesthetic, budgetary, and code requirements through...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Drive quality assurance in engineering by collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ensure compliance with standards and lead initiatives to optimize processes and reduce costs. Make a lasting impact...

Saint-bruno, QCIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Lead cross-functional teams in medical device product development, ensuring compliance and timely execution of projects. Manage project planning, risk mitigation, and collaboration across departments...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Oversee the Engineering department's operations, ensuring maintenance, safety, and optimal performance of mechanical systems while leading and developing technical staff to enhance guest and employee...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$103K - $181K *

Champion the integration of GOTS/COTS systems. You will conduct assessments, ensure compliance, and work with teams to enhance capabilities, requiring travel and a Secret clearance, while creating vit...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading large-scale infrastructure projects from design to execution. Drive project delivery while meeting sustainability goals and stakeholder expectations. Collaborate with cross...

3 weeks ago

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

$112K - $115K *

Tackle the challenges of marine engineering by safely operating and maintaining machinery aboard vessels. Collaborate with engineers, ensuring effective systems management, safety compliance, and upke...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $130K *

Drive innovation as you research and develop advanced engineering solutions, enhancing product performance and operational efficiency across diverse projects while influencing strategic business decis...

Reposted 4 days 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.