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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$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading complex rail and transit projects through planning, design, and delivery, while ensuring quality and stakeholder satisfaction. Manage multidisciplinary teams, budgets, and...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$112K - $135K *

Play a key role in delivering complex electrical systems for critical infrastructure projects, applying engineering techniques, assisting with inspections, and coordinating project documentation and l...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$112K - $135K *

Engineer complex electrical solutions for critical infrastructure projects, ensuring efficient execution of electrical scopes. Collaborate with teams to maintain full operations while delivering high...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$126K - $130K *

Empower property excellence by overseeing maintenance operations, managing staff, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Your leadership will drive exceptional living and working environments...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by shaping robust electrical designs and solutions for diverse industries. Leverage your extensive experience to lead projects from concept to construction while ensuring complia...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Innovate solutions as you bridge the gap between engineering and business, driving product development and customer satisfaction while enhancing technical capabilities and optimizing designs for marke...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join our dynamic team as you lead the development of electrical systems for innovative centrifugal technologies. Collaborate with experts, optimize designs, and ensure product excellence while champio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving project success through innovative engineering solutions, managing resources, and fostering client relationships across multiple concurrent projects in the waterworks and me...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join our team to drive innovative mechanical engineering solutions for a landmark military campus project, ensuring optimal performance and collaboration across stakeholders while supporting the deliv...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading mechanical engineering efforts for a high-profile military training campus. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of modern dormitory faciliti...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in advancing Metal Binder Jet (MBJ) technology and optimizing production capabilities for aerospace and defense applications, while serving as a recognized technical authority in addit...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive construction engineering excellence by managing heavy highway and bridge projects, ensuring compliance with standards, and coordinating all on-site engineering efforts to meet project goals effi...

1 week ago

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

$72K - $95K *

Elevate project outcomes by managing surveying activities, coordinating teams, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Support effective communication with stakeholders to drive project success whil...

2 weeks ago

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

$92K - $110K *

Engineer and oversee critical electrical projects, ensuring technical excellence, risk mitigation, and quality assurance throughout all project phases to drive successful delivery and compliance...

St. John's, NLIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$212K - $318K *

Elevate your career by leading engineering efforts for advanced space vehicles, managing multi-disciplinary teams, and driving technical performance to deliver exceptional products that exceed cost an...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive success in multidiscipline projects by coordinating engineers, client relations, and technical leadership. Ensure compliance, mentor teams, and oversee timely project delivery to excel in the Po...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $210K *

Innovate in spacecraft electronics design, defining high-speed and optical systems to revolutionize space networking. Collaborate across teams to create cutting-edge hardware that enables unprecedente...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $105K *

Contribute to innovative industrial projects by applying your civil engineering expertise in site development, grading, and stormwater design. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver qual...

2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful projects that enhance our operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate processes and lead strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objecti...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $200K *

Lead the charge in engineering strategy and innovation for cutting-edge connectivity solutions. Guide a dynamic team to enhance product delivery, stability, and market presence across Enterprise and D...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$135K - $185K *

Pioneer innovative systems engineering solutions across diverse project lifecycles. Lead teams through requirements development, design integration, and technical reviews to ensure mission success and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $185K *

Elevate systems engineering efforts by leading comprehensive lifecycle management, ensuring stakeholder alignment, and delivering quality technical products that meet mission needs...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$103K - $145K *

Join a team that's leading the design and engineering of essential public projects. You will oversee engineering staff, ensuring compliance with best practices and regulations to enhance community inf...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Bring your expertise to our engineering team, designing innovative mechanical systems for modular plants. Engage in project development, technical support, and collaboration with multidisciplinary tea...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Champion the design and development of hypersonic flight vehicles, Earth-to-orbit systems, and spacecraft. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance GNC architectures and optimize control s...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.