Chief Engineer Jobs in Ontario

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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Principal Engineer, Roads + Highways

  • Toronto, ON
  • 7 hours ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 7 hours ago

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over...

Principal Engineer - Data Intensive Solutions, GFT

  • Toronto, ON
  • 7 hours ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 7 hours ago

Must Have: 10+ years of experience in designing and building data-intensive applications, with 3+ years in a senior technical leadership role....

Cybersecurity Lead Engineer -Technology and Engineering (HYBRID)

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 3 days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 3 days ago

McCormick Canada continues its long track record of growth and is a respected leader in the spice, seasoning, flavouring and specialty food industry. Our consumer products division serves retail...

Technical Director, CANDU Field Services

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 4 days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 4 days ago

Location Mississauga, ON Reporting to the Vice President of Engineering, the CFS Technical Director plays a pivotal strategic and technical leadership role in advancing our Original Equipment Manufacturer...

Principal Engineer - Roads and Highways

  • Markham, ON
  • 5 days ago
  • Markham, ON
  • 5 days ago

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career...

Senior Plant Engineer - Mechanical

  • Toronto, ON
  • 7 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 7 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS 4 year University Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Unrestricted Professional Engineer (P....

Principal Engineer - Roads and Highways

  • Oakville, ON
  • 7 days ago
  • Oakville, ON
  • 7 days ago

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career...

Senior Engineering Manager Delivery & Technology

  • Concord, ON
  • 8 days ago
  • Concord, ON
  • 8 days ago

Experience Required: 12 15 Years Location: Vaughan, Ontario, Canada (Hybrid) About TechBlocks TechBlocks is a global digital product engineering firm headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with...

Principal Engineer, Data Warehouse & Data Engineering

  • Toronto, ON
  • 9 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 9 days ago

Application Deadline: 07/30/2025 Address: 100 King Street West Job Family Group: Technology This is an individual contributor role and also HYBRID We are looking for a candidate who brings 10-15...

Senior Engineer, Transmission and Distribution

  • Chatsworth, ON
  • 9 days ago
  • Chatsworth, ON
  • 9 days ago

Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or a related field required 8+ years of experience in Electric transmission and/or distribution lines engineering required...

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Principal Engineer

  • Toronto, ON
  • 11 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 11 days ago

Technical Leadership & Mentorship Lead and grow a team of backend engineers with deep Java expertise and strong delivery capabilities....

Technical Director Level Design

  • Toronto, ON
  • 22 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 22 days ago

The technical director level design will ensure the quality of the technical content produced by their working unit. The incumbent must optimize team productivity through pipeline processes by...

Principal Engineer, TD Securities

  • Toronto, ON
  • 25 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 25 days ago

Work Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Hours: 37.5 Line of Business: Technology Solutions Pay Details: $126,800 - $164,100 CADThis role is eligible for a discretionary variable compensation award...

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Kincardine

  • Kincardine, ON
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kincardine, ON
  • 30+ days ago

Engineering 8+ years of related working experience in a design consulting environment is considered an asset Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng) in Ontario Must be able to obtain a federal security...

Technical Director (Hydrogeology)

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 30+ days ago

At GHD, we dont just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. Thats why we pledge to empower all of our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical...

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Ontario

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Chief Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Ontario offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.6%
Master's Degree
34.8%
Doctorate Degree
6.8%
Associate's Degree
4.3%
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 Ontario
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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