Chief Engineer Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Systems Engineering Supervisor

  • Wilmington, MA
  • 15 days ago
  • Wilmington, MA
  • 15 days ago

This Systems Engineering Supervisor will be responsible for managing the planning, design and the installation of all Sortation Equipment by Systems Engineering. Direct on-site management will be...

Senior Mechanical Engineer NEW

  • Woburn, MA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Woburn, MA
  • 16 hours 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...

Senior Engineering Manager - Salesforce

  • Boston, MA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 16 hours ago

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than...

Remote Work

Lead Engineer 1 Engineering Tools

  • Lynn, MA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Lynn, MA
  • 16 hours ago

Summary** This description outlines the responsibilities and tasks of the IMA Tools software lead. The software lead's basic function is to provide guidance and support for software engineering...

Remote Work

Principal Engineer- C# .NET

  • Boston, MA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 16 hours ago

An employer is looking for a Principal Engineer to join their team in the Seaport district of Boston, MA 3x a week. This person will join the core services team of a well-established travel...

Lead Engineer, Gas Asset Engineering

  • Waltham, MA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Waltham, MA
  • 17 hours 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
  • 17 hours ago
  • Marlborough, MA
  • 17 hours ago

esponsibilities:** + Applies sound and diversified knowledge of discipline engineering principles and practices in broad areas of project assignments + Provides non-managerial leadership to the...

Thermal Senior Principal Engineer

  • Hopkinton, MA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Hopkinton, MA
  • 21 hours ago

You will work with our global thermal, electrical and mechanical engineering community on cutting edge AI solutions....

Clinical Engineering Supervisor

  • New Bedford, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • New Bedford, MA
  • 1 day ago

If you are wondering what makes TRIMEDX different, it's that all of our associates share in a common purpose of serving clients, patients, communities, and each other with equal measures of care...

Cloud Solutions Principal Engineer

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a Principal Engineer to join our Commercial and Corporate & Investment Banking Technology (CCIBT) Organization as part of a Cloud Solutions Architecture and...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Burlington, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Burlington, MA
  • 1 day ago

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

Lead Engineer

  • Waltham, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Waltham, MA
  • 2 days ago

Overview Hobbs Brook Real Estate LLC is an innovative commercial real estate leader with a portfolio of forward-thinking, sustainable properties in the United States and Singapore. Shaping the...

Engineer RF Microwave Design / Principal Engineer RF Microwave D NEW

  • Hopkinton, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Hopkinton, MA
  • 2 days ago

Given the small team environment, a willingness to assume multiple roles and responsibilities is required, supporting RF design, mechanical design, design for manufacturability, proposal support, and...

Senior Engineer, Automation

  • MA
  • 2 days ago
  • MA
  • 2 days ago

Provide technical leadership for Day-to-day operational shift support for Upstream and Downstream Drug Substance manufacturing....

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Andover, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Andover, MA
  • 3 days ago

Experience in establishing project goals, coordinating resources, and providing technical leadership....

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Massachusetts

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

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Massachusetts offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.8%
Master's Degree
34.7%
Doctorate Degree
6.8%
Associate's Degree
4.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
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 Massachusetts
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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