Chief Engineer Jobs in Delaware

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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Principal Engineer - Compute Platform

  • Dover, DE
  • 7 days ago
  • Dover, DE
  • 7 days ago

leadership and mentorship + Track record of working collaboratively across teams and roles, including but not limited to product management, UX, and other engineering teams and leaders **Ready to build...

Senior Plant Engineer

  • Milford, DE
  • 12 days ago
  • Milford, DE
  • 12 days ago

This individual provides the day-to-day technical leadership and direction to Operations activities and supports the plant goals and deliverables....

Senior Engineering Manager - Retrieval Operations Engineering

  • Dover, DE
  • 12 days ago
  • Dover, DE
  • 12 days ago

Datavant is a data platform company and the worlds leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right...

Cloud IT Lead Engineer

  • Dover, DE
  • 12 days ago
  • Dover, DE
  • 12 days ago

The ideal candidate is adaptable, solution-oriented, and capable of collaborating across multiple teams providing excellent technical leadership....

What's the role? A Principal Engineer is expected to contribute towards HEREs success by enabling HERE customers to succeed through a high quality and effective technical partnership. As a...

Principal Engineer - AI Platform

  • Edgemoor, DE
  • 20 days ago
  • Edgemoor, DE
  • 20 days ago

Company Details Company URL: Berkley Technology Services (BTS) is the dynamic technology solution for W. R. Berkley Corporation, a Fortune 500 Commercial Lines Insurance Company. With key...

Senior Mechanical Engineer - HVAC/Plumbing** Date: Jun 7, 2025 Location: US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies **Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.** As an...

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Hydropower** Date: May 21, 2025 Location: US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies **Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.** As an...

Technical Director Property (AVP or VP Level)

  • Dover, DE
  • 25 days ago
  • Dover, DE
  • 25 days ago

Technical Director Property (AVP or VP Level) 124596 Zurich is seeking an individual to be the Property Technical/Thought Lead for Zurich Resilience Solutions. This role can be located anywhere in...

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Senior Process Engineer

  • Bear, DE
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bear, DE
  • 30+ days ago

Summary: This role is responsible for providing day-to-day engineering support for manufacturing operations, as well as implementing yield, process and product improvements. Essential Functions:...

Senior Mechanical Engineer/Project Manager

  • Newark, DE
  • 45+ days ago
  • Newark, DE
  • 45+ days ago

Provide technical leadership and guidance to project team members as well as review and approval of drawings, specifications, and calculations....

Senior Mechanical Engineer 1 - Nuclear

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 60+ days ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 60+ days ago

BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited program Minimum of 5 years of experience in the power industry....

Balance of Plant Senior Mechanical Engineer 1- Nuclear

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 60+ days ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 60+ days ago

BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited program A minimum of five years of experience in the power industry Working knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations that apply to mechanical...

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Delaware

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturingEngineers research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Delaware offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.6%
Master's Degree
34.8%
Doctorate Degree
6.8%
Associate's Degree
4.3%
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 Delaware
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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