Chief Engineer Jobs in Glen Ellyn, IL

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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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Technical Director- Risk Control - Commerical Auto

Schedule: Full-Time Salary Range: USD $104000.00 - $197000.00 Job Category: Risk Control Pay Philosophy The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors...

Senior Manager/Principal Engineer - Energy Transit

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

at Exponent in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Senior Manager/Principal Engineer - Energy Transition (MS/PhD) ID 2025-1961 Location US-MA-Natick Practice Thermal Sciences Position...

Regional Technical Director Chemistry - North Amer

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

at Silliker, Inc in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Regional Technical Director Chemistry - North America Chicago Regular MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES As a trusted partner, our Public...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Oak Brook, IL (7 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (7 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

This role is part of the Mechanical Engineering organization at Chamberlain Group. This role is responsible for leading the development of large-sized electro-mechanical assemblies and products....

Sr Principal Engineer Systems - Algorithm

  • Schaumburg, IL (11 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (11 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Experience in technical leadership Preferred Qualifications: Current active in-scope Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) security clearance. Experience in state estimation and tracking algorithms....

Principal Engineer - High Speed Connectors

  • Lisle, IL (5 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lisle, IL (5 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Engineering or related discipline * At least 15 years in the connector industry * Expertise i......

Chief Engineer

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 1 day ago

building regulations and codes, equipment operations and preventive maintenance procedures; Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks; Microsoft Office Systems proficiency; Microsoft Project and CAD (Computer-aided...

Lead Engineer - IBM MQ

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Lead Engineer IBM MQ Salary: Open + Bonus Location: Chicago, IL or Dallas, TX Hybrid: 3 days onsite, 2 days remote Qualifications Bachelor's degree 10+ years of hands-on experience administering...

Senior Mechanical Engineer IV - Communications

  • Carpentersville, IL (21 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Carpentersville, IL (21 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 2 days ago

at OTTO Engineering, Inc. in Carpentersville, Illinois, United States Job Description Senior Mechanical Engineer IV - Carpentersville, IL & Chicago, IL OTTO - designed, manufactured and precision tested...

Lead Engineer, Human AI

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 2 days ago

at Presidio in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Description SEIZE THE OPPORTUNITY TO BE A PART OF SOMETHING GREAT! Presidio is on the leading edge of a technology-driven movement...

Senior Mechanical Engineer IV - Controls

  • Carpentersville, IL (21 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Carpentersville, IL (21 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 2 days ago

at OTTO Engineering, Inc. in Carpentersville, Illinois, United States Job Description Senior Mechanical Engineer IV - Controls OTTO - designed, manufactured and precision tested, right here in the USA...

D365 CE Technical Director

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 2 days ago

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their...

Senior Principal Engineer, Product Quality Cyberse

  • Deerfield, IL (23 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (23 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 3 days ago

at Vantive US Healthcare LLC in Deerfield, Illinois, United States Job Description Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and...

Lead Engineer - REQ002001_1-3175

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 4 days ago

at The College Board in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description College Board - Technology - Item Cloud Blue Location: This is a fully remote role. Candidates who live near CB offices...

Remote Work

Senior Engineer/Project Manager - Mechanical Engineering

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Glen Ellyn, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Engineer/Project Manager - Mechanical Engineering Clark Dietz, Inc. is an employee owned, multidiscipline consulting engineering firm with offices in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Wisconsin...

Demographic Data for Glen Ellyn, IL

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Glen Ellyn, IL

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

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Glen Ellyn, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.7%
Master's Degree
34.7%
Doctorate Degree
6.9%
Associate's Degree
4.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.5%
High School or GED
1.6%
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 Glen Ellyn, IL
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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