Chief Engineer Remote & Hybrid Only Jobs in Illinois
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.
Overview Permanent, full-time, hybrid Connecting clients to markets - and talent to opportunity With 5,400+ employees and over 80,000 institutional, commercial, and payments clients, we operate...
HybridPrincipal Engineer - ServiceNow CMDB/CSDM
- Early Warning Services, LLC
- Chicago, IL
- 7 days ago
- Chicago, IL
- 7 days ago
At Early Warning, we've powered and protected the U.S. financial system for over thirty years with cutting-edge solutions like Zelle, Paze, and so much more. As a trusted name in payments, we...
Hybridat AlixPartners in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description At AlixPartners, we solve the most complex and critical challenges by moving quickly from analysis to action when it really...
RemoteSr Engineer, R&D - Design & Innovation
- The Kraft Heinz Company
- Glenview, IL
- 8 days ago
- Glenview, IL
- 8 days ago
Expected Experience & Required Skills BS/MS/PhD degree in Design, Engineering, Packaging Engineering preferred or related discipline. 4-5+ years of R&D packaging development and commercialization experience...
HybridSr. Engineer, R&D Packaging Materials - Flexible Film and Paper
- The Kraft Heinz Company
- Chicago, IL
- 8 days ago
- Chicago, IL
- 8 days ago
Job Description Job Purpose As the Packaging Materials Engineer, you will support the development and advancement of flexible film and paper packaging material solutions for the North American...
HybridPrincipal Engineer, R&D - Design & Innovation
- The Kraft Heinz Company
- Glenview, IL
- 8 days ago
- Glenview, IL
- 8 days ago
Expected Experience & Required Skills BS/MS/PhD degree in Design, Engineering, Packaging Engineering preferred or related discipline. 6+ years of R&D packaging development and commercialization experience...
HybridPrincipal Engineer - Systems/Controls & Safety Devices
- UL, LLC
- Northbrook, IL
- 17 days ago
- Northbrook, IL
- 17 days ago
at UL, LLC in Northbrook, Illinois, United States Job Description The Consumer Principal Engineer team is seeking a Principal Engineer with expertise in the functionality and evaluation of...
HybridPrincipal Engineer, R&D - Thermoforms
- The Kraft Heinz Company
- Glenview, IL
- 19 days ago
- Glenview, IL
- 19 days ago
Job Purpose As the Rigid Thermoform Packaging Engineer, you will contribute technical expertise to help develop and advance rigid packaging material and format solutions for the North American...
HybridSr Engineer, R&D - Plastic Rigid Packaging
- The Kraft Heinz Company
- Glenview, IL
- 29 days ago
- Glenview, IL
- 29 days ago
Job Purpose As the Rigid Packaging Developer, you will support the development and advancement of rigid plastic packaging solutions for the North American portfolio. The objective of the role is...
HybridPrincipal Engineer, R&D - Flexible Film Packaging
- The Kraft Heinz Company
- Glenview, IL
- 29 days ago
- Glenview, IL
- 29 days ago
Job Purpose As a Flexible Film Packaging Engineer, you will contribute technical expertise to help develop and advance flexible packaging material and format solutions for the North American...
HybridPrincipal Engineer - Aircraft Cybersecurity Operations (Remote)
- United Airlines
- Chicago, IL
- 30+ days ago
- Chicago, IL
- 30+ days ago
Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world...
RemoteVP IT Management - IM04AE We're determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity...
HybridSenior Engineering Director, Product Security
- The College Board
- Chicago, IL
- 30+ days ago
- Chicago, IL
- 30+ days ago
at The College Board in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description College Board - Technology - Product Security Location: 1) This is a fully remote role. Candidates who live near CB offices...
HybridWe are seeking a Principal Engineer Personal Protective Equipment to join our team! Our ideal candidate will have working knowledge of personal protective equipment products, test methods,...
HybridSenior Manager - Tax - Indirect Tax- Technology - Platform Lead Engineer
- EY
- Chicago, IL
- 45+ days ago
- Chicago, IL
- 45+ days ago
Location: Dallas, Chicago, Atlanta, Cleveland At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your...
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- Staff Supervision
- Research Skills
- Scheduling
- Mentoring
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- Investigation
- Estimating
- Strategy Development
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- PTC Creo
- American Society of Mechanical Engineers
- ANSYS
- SolidWorks
- Electrical Engineering
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- Microsoft Office
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