The Chief Engineer role is pivotal in any organization that depends on high-quality engineering output. A position that requires a blend of leadership skills and engineering expertise, the Chief Engineer leads the engineering departments and oversees the entire maintenance operations in the company.
While the job can be demanding, the rewards are significant. Chief Engineers not only get to work at the forefront of their industry but also get the chance to shape the future of their organizations.
High-paying Chief Engineer job openings are posted each day. Regardless of where you are in your career, we aim to provide the platform that will take you to the next level.
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Chief Engineer - Seaward Services - Endeavor
$273K *
The Chief Engineer is responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of the engineering department onboard the Seaward Services Multi-Purpose Vessel Seaward Endeavor. This role includes oversee...
2d ago
• TransportationChief Engineer - Seaward Services - Endeavor
$273K *
The Chief Engineer is responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of the engineering department onboard the Seaward Services Multi-Purpose Vessel Seaward Endeavor. This role includes oversee...
2d ago
• TransportationChief Engineer - Seaward Services - Endeavor
$273K *
The Chief Engineer is responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of the engineering department onboard the Seaward Services Multi-Purpose Vessel Seaward Endeavor. This role includes oversee...
2d ago
• TransportationChief Engineer - Seaward Services - Endeavor
$273K *
The Chief Engineer is responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of the engineering department onboard the Seaward Services Multi-Purpose Vessel Seaward Endeavor. This role includes oversee...
2d ago
• TransportationChief Engineer - Seaward Services - Endeavor
$273K - $300K *
The Chief Engineer is responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of the engineering department onboard the Seaward Services Multi-Purpose Vessel Seaward Endeavor. This role includes oversee...
2d ago
• TransportationChief Engineer - Seaward Services - Endeavor
$273K *
The Chief Engineer is responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of the engineering department onboard the Seaward Services Multi-Purpose Vessel Seaward Endeavor. This role includes oversee...
2d ago
• TransportationChief Engineer - Seaward Services - Endeavor
$273K - $300K *
The Chief Engineer is responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of the engineering department onboard the Seaward Services Multi-Purpose Vessel Seaward Endeavor. This role includes oversee...
2d ago
• TransportationChief Engineer - Seaward Services - Endeavor
$273K *
The Chief Engineer is responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of the engineering department onboard the Seaward Services Multi-Purpose Vessel Seaward Endeavor. This role includes oversee...
2d ago
• Transportation$75K - $119K *
The Chief Engineer (Branch) is responsible for overseeing the repair and maintenance of industrial textile processing equipment and facility maintenance. This position requires strong technical knowle...
More than 4w ago
• 5 - 7 years exp. • Manufacturing & Automotive$80K - $110K *
The Chief Engineer is responsible for the daily repair and preventative maintenance of industrial textile processing equipment and facility maintenance. This role involves supervising engineering staf...
3w ago
• 5 - 7 years exp. • Manufacturing & Automotive$80K - $120K *
The Chief Engineer is responsible for the daily repair and preventative maintenance of industrial textile processing equipment and facility maintenance. This role involves supervising engineering staf...
4d ago
• 5 - 7 years exp. • Manufacturing & Automotive$80K - $120K *
The Chief Engineer is responsible for the daily repair and preventative maintenance of industrial textile processing equipment and facility maintenance. This role involves supervising engineering staf...
4d ago
• 5 - 7 years exp. • Manufacturing & Automotive$80K - $100K *
The Chief Engineer is responsible for the daily repair and preventative maintenance of industrial textile processing equipment and facility maintenance. This role involves supervising engineering staf...
4w ago
• 5 - 7 years exp. • Manufacturing & Automotive$162K - $216K *
Chief Engineer for Engine Systems at Beehive Industries responsible for designing, testing, and qualifying jet engines for uncrewed military applications...
More than 4w ago
• 15+ years exp. • Aerospace & Defense$100K - $140K *
The Chief Engineer is responsible for managing and overseeing the company's equipment, including repair and maintenance programs, equipment inventory, and critical spares inventory. This role requires...
2w ago
• Manufacturing & Automotive$200K - $225K *
The Chief Engineer advances the power electronics technology roadmap from a system (one or multiple fields of electronics and Controls, thermal, and mechanical as applied to high voltage applications...
Reposted 3w ago
by Robert Partridge • 15+ years exp. • Manufacturing & Automotive$104K - $130K *
The Chief Engineer will oversee the maintenance engineering department, coordinate with management, and ensure the safe and efficient operation of building equipment and systems...
More than 4w ago
• 8 - 10 years exp. • Real Estate & Construction$80K - $120K *
The Chief Engineer at Complete Building Services will oversee the engineering operations of The Draftsman Hotel, ensuring all building systems function safely and efficiently. This role involves manag...
2d ago
• 5 - 7 years exp. • Hospitality & Recreation$90K - $130K *
The Chief Engineer is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and repair of all building systems, including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing. This role involves planning, scheduling, and superv...
2d ago
• 8 - 10 years exp. • Real Estate & Construction$178K - $222K *
The Chief Engineer at Honeywell will lead technical teams in the development of engineering products, providing expert guidance and driving innovation. This role involves overseeing complex systems, c...
4d ago
• 11 - 15 years exp. • Manufacturing & Automotive$150K - $200K *
SAIC is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to support the Air Base Air Defense Battle Management Command and Control system for the United States Air Force. The role involves system design, devel...
4w ago
• 11 - 15 years exp. • Information Technology$150K - $200K *
SAIC is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to support the Air Base Air Defense (ABAD) Battle Management Command and Control (BMC2) system. The role involves conducting modeling, simulation, and a...
4w ago
• 11 - 15 years exp. • Information Technology$80K - $90K *
The Chief Engineer at Mint House will oversee the maintenance and upkeep of a new building in Washington DC, ensuring quality and brand standards are met. The role involves managing day-to-day operati...
3w ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • Hospitality & Recreation$80K - $90K *
The Chief Engineer at Mint House will oversee the maintenance and upkeep of a new building in Washington DC, ensuring all guest rooms, spaces, and amenities meet quality and brand standards. The role...
3w ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • Hospitality & Recreation$159K - $305K *
The Chief Engineer Principle at Lockheed Martin is responsible for serving as the chief technical authority on the IL program, maintaining current knowledge of program technologies, and driving techni...
2w ago
• 15+ years exp. • Aerospace & DefenseWhat does a Chief Engineer do?
A Chief Engineer oversees all engineering and maintenance operations within an organization. They ensure everything is running smoothly and efficiently, from production processes to the infrastructure of a company.
What qualifications do I need to be a Chief Engineer?
Generally, a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required, along with several years of experience in the field. Many Chief Engineers also possess postgraduate qualifications or professional certifications.
What salary can I expect as a Chief Engineer?
Salaries for Chief Engineers are among the highest in the engineering field, reflecting both the responsibilities of the job and the qualifications required to perform it.