Chief Engineer Jobs in Devens, MA

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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Senior Process Engineer I

  • Hudson, NH (18 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Hudson, NH (18 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 9 hours ago

Your Profile / Qualifications Your Profile Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical Engineering, Food Technology, or related. 8+ years' engineering experience (food, dairy, or beverage sector preferred...

Senior Technical Director III - Countermeasure and Electromagnetic Attack (CEMA)

  • Merrimack, NH (22 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Merrimack, NH (22 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 9 hours ago

This role provides technical leadership to the CEMA portfolio of current and future Electronic Warfare programs....

Principal Engineer

  • Lowell, MA (17 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Lowell, MA (17 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 21 hours ago

Job Summary: Our Principal Engineers work with a variety of technologies and groundbreaking products. Design and develop product features that tackle market problems within project schedule...

Lead Engineer, Electrical Planning and Design

  • Northborough, MA (14 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Northborough, MA (14 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Lead Engineer, Electrical Planning and Design Location: Northboro, MA, US, 01532 Division: Protection Controls & Telco Engineering Job Type: Full Time Requisition Number: 65886 Department: Job...

Sr. Engineer, Design/Software Quality

  • Merrimack, NH (22 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Merrimack, NH (22 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Engineering, and Manufacturing, etc....

Principal Engineer Support Equipment - Prime Movers

  • Tewksbury, MA (20 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tewksbury, MA (20 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 1 day ago

The Air Defense Ground Equipment (ADGE) Department leads mechanical design, development, and integration of platform systems....

Principal Engineer Algorithms & 3D Graphics

  • Waltham, MA (20 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Waltham, MA (20 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a Senior to Principal Engineer with strong expertise in algorithm development and 3D graphics to join our team. This role involves advancing high-performance rendering pipelines and...

Sr Engineer

  • Wilmington, MA (22 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Wilmington, MA (22 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Knowledge of concepts related to Material Handling, Computer Aided Design, and Business Object preferred. Ability to perform cost justification analysis....

Senior Process Engineer

  • Worcester, MA (21 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (21 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 4 days ago

At Saint-Gobain we design, manufacture and distribute materials which are key ingredients in the wellbeing of each of us and the future of all....

Senior Process Engineer

  • Nashua, NH (15 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Nashua, NH (15 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 7 days ago

for manufacturability(DFM), list potential critical/risk product-process areas (FMEA) andverification testingDefine and drive process qualification (FAI, Cmk, Cpk) plansCoordinate with internal & external...

Senior Mechanical Engineer, Interconnects - Tewksbury, MA (On-site)

  • Tewksbury, MA (20 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Tewksbury, MA (20 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 7 days ago

The Air Defense Ground Equipment (ADGE) Department leads mechanical design, development, and integration of platform systems....

Senior Mechanical Engineer NEW

  • Woburn, MA (23 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (23 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 12 days ago

Activities may include: Decomposition of needs and definition of requirements Creation of detailed 3D CAD (SolidWorks and PDM) models and associated documentation appropriate for fabrication and assembly...

Lead Engineer, Gas Asset Engineering

  • Waltham, MA (20 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (20 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 12 days ago

About us** **Job Purpose** To provide engineering decision-making abilities for the development and maintenance of the Gas Transmission network, ensuring assets meet regulatory, statutory and...

Principal Engineer - EC

  • Marlborough, MA (13 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (13 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 12 days ago

Post Principal Engineer - EC Job Category: Electrical-Consulting Requisition Number: PRINC005171 Posting Details Posted: April 17, 2025 Part-Time Hybrid Locations Showing 1 location Marlborough,...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Burlington, MA (20 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Burlington, MA (20 miles from Devens, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited four-year College or University....

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Devens, MA

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Devens, MA 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 Devens, MA
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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