Chief Engineer Jobs in Wilmington, 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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Senior Engineer

  • WSP USA
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 8 days ago

will be responsible for performing fuel rod thermal-mechanical design analyses ensuring fuel rod mechanical integrity is maintained throughout the design lifetime....

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Senior Engineer - Thermal Mechanical Analysis

  • GE Vernova
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 11 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 11 days ago

Summary The fuel performance analysis engineer will be responsible for performing fuel rod thermal-mechanical design analyses ensuring fuel rod mechanical integrity is maintained throughout the design...

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Lead Engineer Reactor Nuclear Physics & Methods

  • F05420 Global Nuclear Fuel-Americas, LLC
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 19 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 19 days ago

Summary This role contributes to company objectives in the field of reactor physics and technology. This role is intended for a current or future subject matter expert in the areas of neutron...

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Lead Engineer - Reactor System Modeling

  • GE Vernova
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 20 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 20 days ago

The Lead Engineer - Reactor System Modeling works within the Simulation Assisted Engineering (SAE) team by enabling LEAN integrated plant design (IPD) using modern digital engineering tools and...

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Lead Engineer - Mechanical Component-2

  • GE Vernova
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 21 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 21 days ago

Knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, vibration analysis, heat transfer, Finite Element Analysis, statistics, CAD modeling and drafting practices (including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing...

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Lead Engineer - Nuclear Deterministic Safety Analysis

  • IF1184 GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy Americas LLC
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 26 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 26 days ago

Knowledge of BWR Systems and integrated plant response Knowledge of the fundamental principles of nuclear engineering such as nuclear physics, thermal hydraulics, and mechanical design, as applied to...

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Lead Engineer, Transient Analyses

  • GE Vernova
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Summary This Lead Transient Analysis Engineer position will make immediate contributions to the team responsible for Boiling Water Reactor (BWR) transient analyses, while being technically...

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Lead Engineer Stability Analysis

  • IF1184 GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy Americas LLC
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Perform in cross-disciplinary settings, engage with interfacing teams responsible for mechanical design, core design, licensing, systems design, or other affiliated organizations to find optimum customer...

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Lead Engineer, LOCA & Containment Analyses

  • GE Vernova
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Perform in cross-disciplinary settings, engaged with interfacing teams responsible for mechanical design, core design, licensing, systems design, or other affiliated organizations to find optimum customer...

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Lead Engineer, Thermal Hydraulic Analyses

  • GE Vernova
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Work with nuclear and mechanical engineering teams in the development of new fuel products / software in the area of thermal hydraulics....

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Lead Engineer LOCA & Containment Analysis (Remote Eligible, U.S.)

  • GE Vernova
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 45+ days ago

Perform in cross-disciplinary settings, engaged with interfacing teams responsible for mechanical design, core design, licensing, systems design, or other affiliated organizations to find optimum customer...

Remote

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Onto Innovation
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 60+ days ago

Qualifications Required BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field. 6+ years of experience in mechanical design, reliability engineering, continuous improvement, or capital equipment...

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Symbotic Inc.
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 90+ days ago

Deep expertise in mechanical design principles, robotics hardware, and electromechanical integration....

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Senior Mechanical Engineer - Cell Hardware

  • Symbotic Inc.
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 90+ days ago

You will have exceptional mechanical design intuition and creativity demonstrated by previous accomplishments....

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Senior Technical Director, Solid Waste

  • WSP
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 90+ days ago

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Technical Director, Solid Waste for our Charlotte, NC office. The following locations will also be considered: Asheville, NC;...

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Wilmington, NC

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Wilmington, 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 Wilmington, 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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