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 - $120K *

Join a team that's innovating in aerospace by designing critical systems and components for jet engines. Collaborate with experts to develop advanced fuel pumps, gearboxes, and start systems, ensuring...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Take ownership of cutting-edge solid rocket motor projects while leading a dynamic engineering team. Drive innovation in design, testing, and safety protocols to meet program milestones and enhance pr...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Advance your career by directing complex construction engineering projects. You'll lead teams, ensure compliance, provide technical guidance, and foster client relationships, contributing to the succe...

5 days ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead project engineering initiatives, driving product development and optimizing design processes. Collaborate across departments while ensuring successful project outcomes...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to lead solid waste initiatives across Canada, driving sustainable solutions and fostering environmental stewardship in communities. Your expertise will shape infrastructure and el...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $95K *

Transform operations by leading a skilled engineering team, managing budgets, and ensuring safety standards. Drive excellence in maintenance and renovations while creating an empowering workplace that...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$75K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you design and customize wastewater equipment for projects, ensuring accuracy in fabrication and delivering exceptional support during installation and operation phases...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that transforms engineering projects in powertrain and vehicle control systems. Drive innovation, collaborate with customers, and enhance data analysis while ensuring optimal system perfor...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $95K *

Join our dynamic team to lead construction engineering efforts across various high-impact projects, ensuring adherence to technical and contractual requirements while fostering collaboration and probl...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$70K - $95K *

Transform projects from concept to completion by leading client collaboration, ensuring high-quality designs, and utilizing your engineering expertise across various disciplines in a dynamic team envi...

5 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of our engineering practice by providing technical leadership, mentoring talent across disciplines, and driving business development projects in a collaborative environment while enha...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Drive growth by providing technical leadership and mentoring staff while managing complex engineering projects across multiple disciplines in the Gulf Coast region. Cultivate client relationships and...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Elevate plant efficiency by managing operations and training staff, ensuring seamless maintenance, and enhancing service contract management within a dynamic environment...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$175K - $195K *

Lead the charge in technical strategy and architecture for a secure, cloud-based Java/Spring application, optimizing multi-enclave deployments and DevSecOps practices while guiding a team in a high-st...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Oversee project execution and design coordination, ensuring timelines and budgets are met. Serve as a technical liaison with clients while leading a design team to ensure project success from start to...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in civil engineering projects, focusing on land development, water, and wastewater systems. Collaborate with clients and manage multi-disciplinary teams to ensure successful project ex...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Drive your career forward by managing diverse civil engineering projects, focusing on land development and water systems while collaborating with government entities to ensure quality and adherence to...

3 weeks ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Transform the execution of advanced subsea projects by applying engineering expertise in design, analysis, testing, and installation support across all project phases, ensuring technical excellence an...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Reimagine complex programming projects by leveraging MBSE, AI/ML, and advanced engineering skills to enhance systems supporting national defense while leading junior engineers and delivering effective...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead a diverse engineering team focused on innovation and performance while enhancing customer experience. Collaborate with non-engineering partners, balancing R&D with production scalability to drive...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Lead and develop a skilled engineering team, ensuring successful delivery and performance. Act as a technical mentor and bridge research with production, driving innovation while maintaining system st...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by engineering innovative control systems for cutting-edge industrial projects across the Americas. Collaborate with teams, troubleshoot, and enhance designs while ensuring compl...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of construction management by coordinating public safety projects, ensuring compliance, and maintaining effective communication across stakeholders to drive succe...

6 days ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as an Engineering Manager, driving innovation in transmission planning projects. Collaborate with leadership, leverage expertise, and enhance industry practices as you contribute t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $160K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Electrical Engineer, leading project designs and mentoring junior staff while ensuring quality and efficiency in engineering solutions across diverse projects...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.