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 - $130K *

Champion operational excellence by leading the engineering team to ensure 100% uptime and optimal performance of all building systems while implementing best practices for maintenance and safety...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Champion the operational excellence of engineering teams by ensuring 100% uptime, implementing maintenance best practices, and fostering a safe working environment while managing client needs and enha...

1 week ago

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

$70K - $95K *

Oversee the maintenance of hotel facilities, ensuring optimal performance of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems while upholding safety standards and enhancing guest satisfaction through skilled ma...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing and optimizing facility systems, providing expert oversight for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC maintenance to ensure operational excellence and reliability acro...

6 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Lead mechanical maintenance operations and supervise a team of technicians. Ensure efficient management of building systems, prioritize tasks, and provide emergency support while demonstrating technic...

6 days ago

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

$133K - $240K *

Lead the charge in optical engineering innovation and oversight, ensuring high-performance designs for aerospace and military applications. Drive project success through technical leadership and exper...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead critical engineering operations and maintenance strategies while managing a diverse team. Oversee complex projects, ensuring optimal building system performance and compliance. Drive initiatives...

3 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Lead the Maintenance Department, ensuring the efficiency and safety of industrial equipment. Manage staff, oversee repairs, and strategize improvements while maintaining a flexible schedule to meet op...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$169K *

Manage the complete operation, maintenance, and compliance of engineering systems on a passenger vessel. Ensure safety, budget management, and team leadership while optimizing performance and minimizi...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $150K *

Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure technical integrity across aerospace and defense programs. Drive results through effective execution, integration, and alignment with cost and performance requi...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $250K *

Champion innovation by leading engineering teams to deliver quality products. Drive technical excellence across aerospace projects while collaborating with executives to align on strategic goals and m...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing hotel maintenance operations, ensuring the safety and efficiency of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems. Develop protocols to enhance guest satisfaction while managing...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$200K - $250K *

Champion the development of next-gen UAS by leading technical strategies, overseeing design, and integrating multidisciplinary teams from concept to production while ensuring airworthiness and operati...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Contribute to dynamic automotive projects by designing test plans, analyzing data, and presenting findings. Collaborate closely with engineering teams to ensure quality and compliance of test processe...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Project Engineer, ensuring seamless technical support and documentation for power generation projects. Collaborate across teams and with clients to deliver top-notch enginee...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $110K *

Contribute to engineering excellence by acting as a technical liaison, supporting standby power systems and industrial engine projects while ensuring effective communication between internal teams and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $95K *

Drive the safe and reliable operation of passenger vessel systems, ensuring maintenance, troubleshooting, and regulatory compliance while leading the engineering team and enhancing operational efficie...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$83K - $105K *

Build your expertise in leading facility operations, ensuring compliance, and delivering optimal maintenance strategies while supervising a dedicated team and collaborating with management to meet pro...

2 weeks ago

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

$190K - $230K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role leading engineering for spacecraft design. Oversee cross-discipline teams, ensure system integrity, and drive successful project execution from concept to flight w...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Advance your engineering career by leading projects, coordinating teams, and delivering technical solutions that meet client expectations with a focus on safety and precision from concept through comp...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence by leading and nurturing the engineering department. Drive operational efficiency and reliability while ensuring a safe environment for guests and staff, wit...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$75K - $95K *

Partner with us to ensure safety and efficiency in marine engineering tasks, including preventive maintenance and critical repairs, while supporting our team in enhancing operational standards and bes...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$75K - $95K *

Champion project execution and technical support for pharmaceutical production, ensuring optimal results through effective management, continuous improvement, and collaboration with cross-functional t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $126K *

Elevate your career by managing engineering projects, guiding discipline leads, and ensuring execution of high-quality deliverables. Collaborate cross-functionally while driving schedules, budgets, an...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $95K *

Innovate in pipeline projects by engineering and managing midstream facilities, ensuring customer satisfaction while leading technical evaluations, enhancing operational processes, and maintaining saf...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.