Chief Engineer Jobs in Niskayuna, NY

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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Cybersecurity AI Engineer (Sr. Scientist) ML & Insights (Remote)

  • Albany, NY (4 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Albany, NY (4 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 5 hours ago

We are seeking a Cybersecurity AI Engineer to join the Cybersecurity Automation & AI team within our Cybersecurity Engineering organization. This senior specialist role is responsible for applying...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Albany, NY (4 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Albany, NY (4 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 8 hours ago

REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering required Professional Engineer (PE) license required Minimum 10 years' progressive engineering experience required Expert knowledge of the respective...

Lead Engineer- Fleet Management

  • Schenectady, NY (4 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Schenectady, NY (4 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

Job Description Summary The Lead Wind Fleet Engineer will provide technical engineering solutions to field technicians, internal functions including engineering and supply chain, and customers....

Director Manufacturing Operations

  • Malta, NY (14 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Malta, NY (14 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 1 day ago

About GlobalFoundries: GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world s most...

Principal Engineer Data Warehouse

  • Malta, NY (14 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Malta, NY (14 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Principal Engineer Data Warehouse Malta, NY About GlobalFoundries: GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Albany, NY (4 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Albany, NY (4 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 5 days ago

engineering experience + Proficiency in HVAC and plumbing systems design + Experience with AutoCAD and Revit + Strong communication and coordination skills **What Our Client Offers:** + 125,000 - 150,000...

Senior Process Engineer - Plasma Etch

  • Albany, NY (4 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Albany, NY (4 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Let's search for your next career at TEL. Use the form below to search our current opportunities and then apply. Please consider joining our Talent Community so that we may continue to engage with...

Senior Process Engineer

  • Albany, NY (4 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Albany, NY (4 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Let's search for your next career at TEL. Use the form below to search our current opportunities and then apply. Please consider joining our Talent Community so that we may continue to engage with...

Senior Engineer - Structures and Design

  • Niskayuna, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Niskayuna, NY
  • 6 days ago

Proficiency using 3D solid modeling software (e.g., NX, SOLIDWORKS, Creo), finite element analysis using different tools (ANSYS/ABAQUS, etc), numerical computation tools (MATLAB, Python, etc)....

Event Management Lead Engineer II

  • Albany, NY (4 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Albany, NY (4 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering...

Lead Engineer I Google Cloud Engineer (GCP)

  • Albany, NY (4 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Albany, NY (4 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering...

IT Disaster Recovery Lead Engineer

  • Albany, NY (4 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Albany, NY (4 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering...

Senior Engineering Manager - Salesforce

  • Albany, NY (4 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Albany, NY (4 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 13 days 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...

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Lead Engineer 1 Engineering Tools

  • Schenectady, NY (4 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Schenectady, NY (4 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 13 days 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

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Albany, NY (4 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 17 days ago
  • Albany, NY (4 miles from Niskayuna, NY)
  • 17 days ago

Location: 10 Airline Drive, Suite 200, Albany, NY, 12205, United States Base Pay: $115000.00 - $145000.00 / Year Job Category: Facilities Employee Type: Full-Time Exempt Required Degree: 4 Year...

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Niskayuna, NY

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Niskayuna, NY 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 Niskayuna, NY
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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