Chief Engineer Jobs in Morrisville, NC

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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Electrical & Controls Principal Engineer (OT)

  • The Clorox Company
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 2 hours ago

Clorox is the place that's committed to growth - for our people and our brands. Guided by our purpose and values, and with people at the center of everything we do, we believe every one of us can...

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AI Technical Project Lead/Engineer - SFL Scientific

  • Deloitte
  • Raleigh, NC (11 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC (11 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary Our Deloitte Strategy & Transactions team helps guide clients through their most critical moments and transformational initiatives. From strategy to execution, this team delivers...

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Technical Director, Environmental Scientist

  • WSP
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 4 days ago

This Opportunity WSP is growing, and we have opportunity for an Technical Director, Environmental Scientist to support our Charlotte, NC, Durham, NC, or Wilmington, NC locations. Provides...

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Principal Engineer, Power Systems Engineering

  • Analog Devices, Inc.
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 5 days ago

About Analog Devices Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines...

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Senior Mechanical Engineer - Thermal Infrastructure

  • Dewberry
  • Raleigh, NC (11 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (11 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you would be expected to prepare mechanical engineering calculations, reports, construction drawings and specifications, project schedules, and cost...

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Senior Engineer, Automation

  • Novartis AG
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Summary The Senior Automation Engineer reports to the AD Process Automation and is responsible for providing automation design team leadership and serving as a technical subject matter expert for...

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Senior Engineer, Design Evaluation Engineering

  • Analog Devices
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Debug evaluation test programs to correlate evaluation test solution results to design engineering simulations and production test programs....

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Senior Engineer I - Simulation Analyst

  • BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company)
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 7 days ago

Proficiency in CAD modeling, preferably using SolidWorks. Experience developing constitutive material models for plastics and/or elastomers....

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Senior Engineer I - Simulation Analyst

  • Becton Dickinson
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 7 days ago

Proficiency in CAD modeling, preferably using SolidWorks. Experience developing constitutive material models for plastics and/or elastomers....

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Senior Process Engineer-Sustainable Energy Solutions

  • RTI International
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 8 days ago

Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering or Process Engineering and 6+ years of experience Ph.D in Chemical Engineering or Process Engineering and 2+ years of experience Prior field experience leading...

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Principal Engineer - Oracle Cloud Fusion ERP

  • Advance Auto Parts
  • Raleigh, NC (11 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (11 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 8 days ago

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Engineer with deep expertise in Oracle Cloud Fusion ERP, particularly in Financial Modules. The ideal candidate will have a...

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • McFarland Johnson
  • Raleigh, NC (11 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (11 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 10 days ago

Qualifications & Skills Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required....

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Senior Engineer

  • CommScope Inc.
  • Apex, NC (11 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Apex, NC (11 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 12 days ago

Due to growth and customer demand, CommScope is looking to add a Senior Engineer to our Broadband infrastructure team in the U.S. The ideal candidate will be based in the Apex, N.C. area....

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VP, Head of Engineering Practice - Remote (Jersey City or Raleigh preferred)

  • Arch Capital Group Ltd.
  • Raleigh, NC (11 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (11 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 12 days ago

With a company culture rooted in collaboration, expertise and innovation, we aim to promote progress and inspire our clients, employees, investors and communities to achieve their greatest...

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RF Fab Design Engineer, Senior

  • MACOM
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Morrisville, NC)
  • 12 days ago

Company Overview: MACOM designs and manufactures semiconductor products for Data Center, Telecommunication, and Industrial and Defense applications. Headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts, MACOM...

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Morrisville, NC

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Morrisville, NC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.7%
Master's Degree
35.0%
Doctorate Degree
6.7%
Associate's Degree
4.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.7%
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 Morrisville, NC
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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