Chief Engineer Jobs in Tucson, AZ

In the Manufacturing Engineering industry, a Chief Engineer is responsible for managing all engineering-related operations. This includes overseeing the design, development, installation, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment and systems. They provide technical leadership and support, ensuring that all processes and techniques used in manufacturing are effective and efficient. The Chief Engineer is also responsible for identifying areas for improvement or innovation, and leading teams to implement these changes. They ensure adherence to industry standards and regulations, and play a key role in strategic planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.

Important skills for a Chief Engineer include strong technical knowledge, leadership abilities, problem-solving skills, and project management expertise. They should also have proficiency in using engineering software and a good understanding of manufacturing processes and principles. Relevant certifications may include a Professional Engineer (PE) license, Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE), or Certified Automation Professional (CAP). Prior to becoming a Chief Engineer, a person may have roles as a Senior Engineer, Project Engineer, or Engineering Manager. These positions provide opportunities to gain the necessary experience in design and development, team management, and strategic decision-making.

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Senior Engineer- Extruded Products

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities Work closely with marketing and sales teams and will develop ideas that will enhance and expand the extruded product li Be a strong project leader and provide technical leadership and...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 3 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 3 days ago

This position will allow the candidate to apply his or her knowledge in areas such as mechanical design, stress analysis and hydraulic system design to provide direction and mentorship to projects and...

Senior Mechanical Engineer (Heavy Industry/Mining)

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 4 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 4 days ago

Desired Qualifications + MS Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field) from ABET accredited program. + Project Management experience or a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification...

Location: Anywhere in Country At EY, were all in to shape your future with confidence. Well help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you...

Technical Director/Video Engineer - Technical Control (Athletics) (Part-Time) (Multiple Positions) Posting Number req22772 Department Administration and Athletics Department Website Link...

Lead Engineer, Applications - Edifecs/JavaScript/SQL - Remote

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 14 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 14 days ago

**Job Summary** Designs and builds company specific enterprise application systems and technology expertise across multiple disciplines. Applies and promotes key principles (e.g., stability,...

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Senior Mechanical Engineer - Tucson, AZ

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 15 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 15 days ago

Qualifications We Prefer Advanced degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering, or hardware systems design....

Senior Mechanical Engineer, Engineering

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 30+ days ago

similar tools; manage assets via PDM systems Enhance design for manufacturability through collaboration with Manufacturing personnel Create and execute test plans for environmental, vibration, and ingress...

Sr Engineer, Automation Sys Eng( SC - 2nd shift)

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 30+ days ago

engineering and operators to understand and resolve issues Qualifications You Must Have: Typically requires a STEM University Degree or equivalent experience with 5 years of experience in controls...

Lead Engineer, Big Data

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 30+ days ago

Responsible for all the aspects of architecture, design and implementation of Data Management solution using Big Data platform on Cloudera or Hortonworks and other areas of enterprise application...

Location: Anywhere in Country At EY, were all in to shape your future with confidence. Well help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you...

Principal Engineer Solid Propulsion

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 45+ days ago

and manufacturing of solid rocket motor propulsion systems Work in a collaborative environment with program management in long-range program planning concerning new or projected areas of technological...

Senior Principal Engineer Solid Propulsion

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 45+ days ago

and manufacturing of solid rocket motor propulsion systems Work in a collaborative environment with program management in long-range program planning concerning new or projected areas of technological...

Senior Mechanical Engineer Thermal Engineer

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 60+ days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 60+ days ago

The analysis tasks will span the spectrum from classical hand analyses to detailed analyses requiring the use of finite element analysis software....

Principal Engineer One Shots

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 60+ days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 60+ days ago

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Qualifications We Prefer Education: MS in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Math, or related...

Demographic Data for Tucson, AZ

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Tucson, AZ

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Tucson, AZ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.5%
Master's Degree
35.0%
Doctorate Degree
6.8%
Associate's Degree
4.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
High School or GED
1.5%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Chief Engineers in Tucson, AZ
10+ years
36.1%
6-8 years
31.2%
8-10 years
15.0%
4-6 years
6.2%
1-2 years
5.2%
None
5.0%
2-4 years
1.1%



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