Chief Engineer Jobs in Gresham, OR

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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AI Technical Project Lead/Engineer - SFL Scientific

  • Deloitte
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 23 hours 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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Design Studies Engineer - Technical Director

  • WSP
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 1 day ago

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Design Studies Engineer - Technical Director with an Electrical Studies emphasis for our Boise, Idaho office. Remote candidates will...

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Principal Engineer, Hybrid Bonding Module

  • Intel
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 2 days ago

Job Details: Job Description: As a Principal Engineer for Die-to-Wafer Hybrid Bonding (HBI) module, you will play a pivotal role in defining and scaling next-generation advanced packaging...

Hybrid

Senior Engineer (Platform)

  • Later
  • Vancouver, WA (19 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA (19 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 4 days ago

About the role: The Senior Engineer is responsible for driving large-scale projects, delivering impactful features, and maintaining high engineering standards....

Remote Hybrid

Technical Director PCIe Controller Architect

  • Rambus
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 11 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 11 days ago

Overview Rambus, a premier chip and silicon IP provider, is seeking to hire an exceptional PCIe Controller Architect and Technical Director to join our Silicon IP (SIP) team. Candidates will be...

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Technical Director Memory Controller Architect

  • Rambus
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 11 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 11 days ago

Overview Rambus, a premier chip and silicon IP provider, is seeking to hire an exceptional Memory Controller Architect and Technical Director to join our Silicon IP (SIP) team. Candidates will be...

Hybrid

Entomology Technical Director, Orkin Commercial West

  • Orkin LLC
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 16 days ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 16 days ago

Overview Our Entomology team is growing! Ready to do meaningful work with an industry leader? Our Division Pest Control Technical Director is a senior leadership position responsible for the...

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Design Verification Principal Engineer - Memory Controller IP

  • Rambus
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 18 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 18 days ago

Overview Rambus, a premier chip and silicon IP provider, is seeking to hire an exceptional Senior/Principal Design Verification Engineer to join our Memory Controller IP team in Hillsboro, Oregon....

Hybrid

AI Red Team Lead Engineer

  • US Bank
  • Gresham, OR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Gresham, OR
  • 30+ days ago

At U.S. Bank, we're on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and...

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Principal Engineer: XeSS and Neural Graphics

  • Intel
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Details: Job Description: Drive Intel's XeSS and related AI-based graphics technologies for Client Graphics, with direct impact across XeSS Super Resolution, XeSS Frame Generation, Neural...

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Principal Engineer - Distributed AI Systems Architecture (Heterogeneous Compute)

  • Intel Corp.
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Details: Job Description: We are seeking a Principal Engineer to define and architect the next generation of distributed AI systems across heterogeneous compute platforms, including CPUs,...

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Senior Transmission Planner - Technical Director - Remote

  • WSP
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 45+ days ago

This Opportunity POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is currently initiating a search for a Senior Transmission Planner for our Denver, CO office. This position will also offer remote opportunities to...

Remote

Sr Engineer - Dimensional Management

  • Conmet
  • Vancouver, WA (19 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Vancouver, WA (19 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 60+ days ago

Key Duties: Develop, negotiate, and maintain all Exterior & Interior Dimensional Technical Specification (DTS) packages, including gap, flush and tolerance requirements Support design & engineering...

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Principal Engineer (Backend), Commerce Platform

  • Autodesk
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Portland, OR (12 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Requisition ID # 26WD96337 Position Overview Autodesk is building a shared AI-assisted commerce platform that enables AI copilots and agents to safely discover, recommend, and transact...

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Phased Array (AESA) Lead Engineer - Hillsboro, OR

  • Rohde & Schwarz
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (20 miles from Gresham, OR)
  • 60+ days ago

Software Development : Phased Array (AESA) Lead Engineer - Hillsboro, OR Apply now Contact Your Rohde & Schwarz recruiting team is looking forward to receiving your application. Info City/region...

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Gresham, OR

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Gresham, OR 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 Gresham, OR
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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