Chief Engineer Jobs in Kansas

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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VP, Microsoft Identity Lead Engineer

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 18 hours ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 18 hours ago

**Role Summary/Purpose:** The VP, Microsoft Identity Lead Engineer will be a key team member supporting the design, engineering, and roadmap execution for Synchrony's Microsoft Identity Platforms....

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Lead Engineer

  • Wichita, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 1 day ago

Description The Position The Lead Engineer will support end users on various technical issues and problems relating to hardware, software, networking, and peripherals. They will also be...

Principal Engineer

  • Topeka, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 3 days ago

leadership to other engineers + Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently on complex technical challenges + Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively...

Principal Engineer - Salesforce

  • Atlanta, KS
  • 4 days ago
  • Atlanta, KS
  • 4 days ago

Principal Engineer - Salesforce USA, Kansas, Atlanta US$140,000 to US$170,000 USD Developers Role Skills: Apex, Salesforce Seniority: Senior

Assistant Technical Director University of Kansas

  • Lawrence, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 5 days ago

Position Overview Are you looking for an exciting, unique and rewarding career in the performing arts? An opportunity to enrich, educate and entertain audiences of all ages? If so, then the...

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...

Assistant Technical Director

  • Lawrence, KS
  • 6 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 6 days ago

Position Overview Are you looking for an exciting, unique and rewarding career in the performing arts? An opportunity to enrich, educate and entertain audiences of all ages? If so, then the...

Principal Engineer, SRE GenAI

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 8 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 8 days ago

At T-Mobile, we invest in YOU! Our Total Rewards Package ensures that employees get the same big love we give our customers. All team members receive a competitive base salary and compensation...

Principal Engineer - Compute Platform

  • Topeka, KS
  • 12 days ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 12 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 Process Engineer

  • Norwich, KS
  • 18 days ago
  • Norwich, KS
  • 18 days ago

Our client is a leading independent Oil & Gas company with operations worldwide. This opportunity is available in our UK subsidiary which manages operations in the Southern North Sea. We are...

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Outdoor / Fitness products

  • Lenexa, KS
  • 18 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 18 days ago

Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits Qualifications: Basic Qualifications Bachelor s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or Aerospace Engineering AND a minimum of 5 years...

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Industrial & Water

  • Lenexa, KS
  • 20 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 20 days ago

Qualifications Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent engineering program from an ABET accredited four-year university....

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Advanced Power Generation

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 22 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 22 days ago

engineering execution teams across the US and abroad Perform all aspects of mechanical system design engineering and analysis for assigned systems of responsibility Function in a senior-level engineer...

Senior Mechanical Engineer - HVAC/Plumbing Job Details Black & Veatch Family of Companies

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer - HVAC/Plumbing Date: Jun 10, 2025 Location: Fort Worth, TX, US Milwaukee, WI, US Cary, NC, US Ann Arbor, MI, US Overland Park, KS, US Dallas, TX, US Tampa, FL, US...

Senior Process Engineer - Mechanical Assembly

  • Olathe, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Olathe, KS
  • 30+ days ago

In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership and project planning for complex tasks related to manufacturing of several new products in development....

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Kansas

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 Kansas 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 Kansas
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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