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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$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering innovative engineering solutions. Lead a diverse group of professionals, drive business growth, and enhance client relationships while ensuring project excel...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $215K *

Drive innovative project execution across multidisciplinary teams to develop advanced in-space propulsion systems, ensuring alignment with technical objectives, cost, and schedules in a dynamic, fast...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $154K *

Deliver innovative electrical designs supporting DOD projects. Collaborate with teams and mentor engineers while ensuring compliance with security standards and applicable codes. Utilize advanced soft...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Support transformative construction projects through effective engineering operations, contract management, and document control. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure compliance with specificatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$121K - $163K *

Innovate as a Principal Engineer to lead and manage diverse civil engineering projects. Support land development and water resources initiatives, while supervising staff, ensuring compliance, and enha...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize project effectiveness by leading structural engineering efforts in diverse initiatives. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure successful project execution, managing scope, budget, and tech...

3 weeks ago

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

$129K - $164K *

Innovate as a supervising engineer, leading a collaborative team on impactful river and floodplain management projects. Oversee design, foster growth, and navigate complex challenges to ensure resilie...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by collaborating on innovative structural designs for transit facilities. This role involves creating cohesive architectural documentation, coordinating with multi-disciplinary tea...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in designing and coordinating structural documentation for transit facilities, ensuring quality compliance while adapting standards to site-specific conditions across multiple location...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Elevate engineering excellence by supervising 2nd shift teams to ensure timely design, outfitting, and testing of electric drive systems for COLUMBIA Class ships, focusing on proactive problem-solving...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at our shipbuilding facility by leading a dedicated team to ensure the timely design and testing of electric drive systems for advanced naval vessels, driving continuous improvemen...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Help us lead complex engineering projects by providing expert technical guidance and oversight. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to innovate solutions that exceed client expectations while men...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team and empower your engineering career by supporting civil infrastructure projects, mentoring junior staff, and honing your project management skills for future advancement opportunit...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Serve as a senior-level oversight expert for complex mechanical construction activities, leading multidisciplinary teams and ensuring compliance with engineering standards, safety regulations, and pro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $166K *

Deliver impactful engineering support to construction projects, ensuring compliance with plans, safety standards, and timelines. Utilize expertise in inspections, documentation, and communication to m...

2 weeks ago

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

$81K - $136K *

Lead the development of avionics systems for advanced rocket hardware, overseeing integration and testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensure compliance with engineering standards, and dr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $136K *

Develop cutting-edge avionics components for rocket systems, ensuring integration and performance across multiple hardware designs while collaborating with engineers and stakeholders for optimal solut...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$126K - $162K *

Drive innovative building automation solutions by leading engineering teams and managing project design for BAS/PMS systems. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to develop standards ensuring top-not...

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2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Join a team of innovators to design and develop electronic hardware focused on mining safety. Oversee product lifecycles, integrate new technologies, and liaise with manufacturers, ensuring excellence...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Join us to design and develop innovative software tools that enhance user experience. Collaborate directly with engineering to create seamless applications that impact millions. Emphasize a hands-on a...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$146K - $219K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team to enhance support equipment design, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Collaborate with stakeholders and drive career development while managing complex proje...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

The Senior Civil Project Engineer will lead civil engineering design efforts and manage complex projects across Indiana and Kentucky. This role involves overseeing project planning, mentoring teams, a...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovative drilling rig design solutions while mentoring junior engineers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and maintain strong relationships with fabrication faci...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $90K *

Transform infrastructure projects as a Project Engineer, leading design and preparation of technical specifications for water and wastewater systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality delivery...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence by ensuring reliability and performance of plant systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver technical expertise, enhance system integrity, and oversee configur...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.