Chief Engineer Jobs in Grand Rapids, MI

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

  • Wyoming, MI (8 miles from Grand Rapids, MI)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Wyoming, MI (8 miles from Grand Rapids, MI)
  • 1 hour ago

Job Description: Looking for a way to make an impact and help people? Join PacificSource and help our members access quality, affordable care! PacificSource is an equal opportunity employer. All...

Lead Engineer - Systems Integration Engineering Advanced Execution Programs

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Summary Are you a Systems Engineer who loves working on innovative technologies? If so, GE Aerospace Defense and Systems wants you to join their Advanced programs execution team in...

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 4 days ago

Min. of Bach degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering, or related or foreign equiv., and experience with automated assembly, cell layout & operations, BIW product,...

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

  • Walker, MI (6 miles from Grand Rapids, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Walker, MI (6 miles from Grand Rapids, MI)
  • 6 days ago

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field or foreign equivalent, and experience with automated...

Engineering Supervisor

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 9 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 9 days ago

At Trane Technologies™ and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King®, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what’s possible...

Advanced Lead Engineer Embedded Software Development

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 9 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 9 days ago

Summary Working at GE Aerospace means you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team working to advance aerospace for future...

Cyber SDC- Endpoint Security Lead Engineer - Senior - Consulting - Location Open

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 11 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 11 days ago

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...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 14 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 14 days ago

. + Create engineering documents using computer aided design (CAD) technology utilizing Autodesk (Revit and AutoCAD) or manually with support from more junior staff + Edit or draft project specifications...

Lead Engineer, Applications - Edifecs/JavaScript/SQL - Remote

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 14 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 14 days ago

**Job Summary** Designs and builds company specific enterprise application systems and technology expertise across multiple disciplines. Applies and promotes key principles (e.g., stability,...

Remote Work

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...

Lead Engineer - Systems Engineering

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Provide technical leadership and guidance to the teams running projects within the product line....

Technical Director of Enterprise Data Platform

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 30+ days ago

As customers grapple with the challenges of e-commerce fulfillment with ever increasing need to handle more volume, variety and variation with ever decreasing delivery time expectations, Dematic's...

Remote Work

Project Lead Engineer

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Dematic is an intralogistics innovator that designs, builds and supports intelligent, automated solutions for manufacturing, warehouse and distribution environments for customers that are powering...

Senior Mechanical Engineer (Industrial Project Manager)

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or...

Project Lead Engineer

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 45+ days ago

Dematic is an intralogistics innovator that designs, builds and supports intelligent, automated solutions for manufacturing, warehouse and distribution environments for customers that are powering...

Demographic Data for Grand Rapids, MI

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Grand Rapids, MI

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Grand Rapids, MI offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.5%
Master's Degree
35.0%
Doctorate Degree
6.8%
Associate's Degree
4.2%
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 Grand Rapids, MI
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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