Chief Engineer Jobs in Kentucky

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

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 7 hours ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 7 hours 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...

Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - Robotics

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

Provide technical leadership for robotic systems, electrical controls, and equipment safety across manufacturing and warehouse environments....

Senior Mechanical Engineer - MCM

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

Minimum of 10 years of mechanical engineering experience. Professional Engineering Registration or willingness to pursue this designation. Proficient in LEED design....

Principal Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make good things, for life. As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., were powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe...

Senior Mechanical Engineer - MCM

  • Lexington, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 2 days ago

Minimum of 10 years of mechanical engineering experience. Professional Engineering Registration or willingness to pursue this designation. Proficient in LEED design....

Technical Director Data Modernization (Pharmacy & PBM)

  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

Technical Director Data Modernization (Pharmacy & PBM) Location: Louisville, KY or Nashville, TN preferred Type: Full-Time About the Role We are seeking a seasoned Technical Director with deep...

Senior Engineering Manager - Retrieval Operations Engineering

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 6 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...

Principal Manufacturing Engineer

  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 days ago

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make good things, for life. As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., were powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe...

Senior Mechanical Engineer - UCE

  • Lexington, KY
  • 8 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 8 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS Required Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. Must be legally authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis without the need for work sponsorship now or in the future....

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Louisville, KY
  • 9 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 9 days ago

The position requires performance of all aspects of mechanical engineering as it relates to individually assigned projects....

Engineering Supervisor, Plant Operations & Maintenance, 11p-7:30a

  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 days ago

Responsibilities The role of the Supervisor, Engineering is to ensure all facilities operate in a safe, functional, and efficient manner through appropriate management and coordination of staff...

Lead Engineer, Big Data

  • Louisville, KY
  • 11 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 11 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...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Danville, KY
  • 15 days ago
  • Danville, KY
  • 15 days ago

Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (required) Experience: 5+ years in mechanical engineering, including project management, facility design, and implementation...

Senior Mechanical Engineer - CMTA

  • Paducah, KY
  • 19 days ago
  • Paducah, KY
  • 19 days ago

Engineering \#LI-CC1 #LI-Onsite \#HVAC #HVACDesign #sustainabledesign #MEPConsulting #ZeroEnergy #buildingscienceleaders #LEED **About Legence** Legence, a _Blackstone Portfolio Company_, is North...

Senior Process Engineer

  • Lexington, KY
  • 21 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 21 days ago

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field....

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Kentucky

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Chief Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Kentucky offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.7%
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 Kentucky
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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