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 - $120K *

Empower your career with hands-on opportunities in public works construction management, supporting detailed project execution, contract oversight, and team collaboration while developing essential en...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Civil Engineer, leading aviation projects, enhancing design quality, managing schedules and budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive innovation in air...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in mechanical engineering excellence while mentoring your team and ensuring successful project delivery. Oversee compliance, design documentation, and client engagement across diverse...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $105K *

Collaborate with a team of Industrial Electricians to enhance equipment efficiency and minimize downtime. Utilize your expertise in electrical engineering to implement solutions and maintain plant ope...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $111K *

Champion process improvements and systems enablement, leading global initiatives in Engineering Systems. Drive alignment, harmonization, and governance to enhance execution quality and pace across reg...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Shape advanced structural designs and coordinate complex engineering solutions across projects. Utilize your expertise in engineering analysis and collaboration to ensure project compliance with stand...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining transportation through innovative rail bridge projects. Engage in complex design, inspection, and rehabilitation tasks that enhance infrastructure and improve community c...

1 month ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Lead innovative rail bridge design and inspection projects, enhancing transportation infrastructure. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, efficient solutions, ensuring quality an...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $110K *

Innovate with us! Lead mechanical design projects for automation systems, ensuring quality and safety standards are met. Collaborate with teams to create 2D/3D models, BOMs, and provide engineering su...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $115K *

Lead the charge in civil engineering project management, driving impactful site development and infrastructure projects. Collaborate with clients and team members while managing scope, schedules, and...

3 weeks ago

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

$70K - $95K *

Seeking a proactive project manager to lead diverse engineering initiatives, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and effective risk management while collaborating with stakeholders for optimal...

4 weeks ago

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

$75K - $105K *

Pioneer the successful execution of construction projects, ensuring collaboration and effective communication across teams from planning to closeout. Leverage your expertise in documentation, complian...

1 week ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Pioneer with us to drive effective construction management and coordination efforts, ensuring compliance and quality in transportation infrastructure projects while engaging with a skilled team to enh...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of autonomy by owning technical direction across perception, prediction, and planning. Drive production-ready solutions with deep expertise and influence across t...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of autonomous systems by taking ownership of Perception, Prediction, and Planning. Leverage your expertise to drive technical direction and collaborate with senior engineers, ensuring...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the technical direction of autonomy systems. As the senior-most influencer in Perception, Prediction, and Planning, you will shape innovations that drive real-world perform...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $106K *

Join a team that's driving project success by coordinating multiple engineering tasks, supporting project managers, and mentoring junior engineers. Leverage your expertise to satisfy technical and com...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Elevate nuclear testing processes by preparing and reviewing critical procedures to ensure the safe operation and maintenance of naval propulsion plants, coordinating efforts for compliance and qualit...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $187K *

Elevate your career by managing complex structural projects in water resources. Collaborate with a skilled team to design innovative engineering solutions while mentoring junior engineers and engaging...

1 week ago

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

$114K - $187K *

Advance structural engineering solutions for water resource projects, ensuring high-quality design and project management. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while mentoring junior engineers and...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Lead the design and coordination of high voltage substation projects while overseeing team efforts and ensuring technical excellence. Play a crucial role in project management and problem resolution a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$106K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering comprehensive engineering solutions for capital projects. Oversee project planning, design, and execution while providing guidance to a skilled team. Ensure compliance an...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Optimize quality management processes to enhance customer satisfaction and drive continuous improvement through effective audits, inspections, and proactive quality initiatives across manufacturing op...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$225K - $275K *

Shape the future of aerospace and defense as a transformative leader driving engineering excellence and innovation in a rapidly growing organization. Lead a talented team to deliver high-impact soluti...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Drive quality excellence by leading cross-functional initiatives that enhance product reliability, leveraging data-driven insights to improve performance, and collaborating with teams to achieve robus...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.