Chief Engineer Jobs in Oregon

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 Engineering Manager- AI/ML

  • Myrtle Point, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Myrtle Point, OR
  • 1 day ago

Strong technical leadership - drive technical solutioning and building roadmaps. Set aggressive and clear goals and remove all roadblocks for the team to achieve them....

Dfx/Diagnosis Principal Engineer

  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 5 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities & Skills Job Title: DFx/Diagnosis Principal Engineer Job ID: 2025-3108 Location: Hillsboro, Oregon Position Duties: Work as an integral part of the Global Operations and Quality...

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Principal Engineer, High-Speed DDRPHY Architect

  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 6 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 6 days ago

Job Listing ID: 4259758 Job Title: Principal Engineer, High-Speed DDRPHY Architect Application Deadline: Open Until FilledJob Location: Hillsboro Date Posted: 04/25/2025Hours Worked Per Week: Not...

Photolithography Senior Engineer, Equipment

  • Beaverton, OR
  • 6 days ago
  • Beaverton, OR
  • 6 days ago

Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Applied Physics, or related field of study....

Senior Engineer - HVAC Mechanical

  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 6 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 6 days ago

Develops mechanical engineering project schedules, prepares budgets and scopes....

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor degree in environmental, civil, chemical, or mechanical engineering. 4+ years of relevant experience working with significant industrial clients on complex site investigation/...

Principal Engineer - Process

  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 6 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 6 days ago

Principal Engineer - Process Clean Water Services | Hillsboro, OR Applying to this job will open a new window on the employer's web site to apply there. Posted Date 4/18/2025 Description About the...

Process Engineer/Senior Process Engineer, Visual Inspection

  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 8 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 8 days ago

The Position Hillsboro Technical Operations (HTO) is a drug product & finished goods manufacturing organization responsible for the reliable delivery of Roches commercial portfolio & pipeline...

Senior Process Engineer

  • Durkee, OR
  • 8 days ago
  • Durkee, OR
  • 8 days ago

Job ID: 509962 Ash Grove Cement, a CRH company, provides Portland and masonry cements to help build the foundation and infrastructure for the world around us. We ship millions of tons of cement...

Engineer, Sr. Qlty & Reliability

  • Wilsonville, OR
  • 8 days ago
  • Wilsonville, OR
  • 8 days ago

SR Quality & Reliability Engineering II works closely with manufacturing, engineering, customers, or suppliers and subcontractors to ensure requirements are met....

Senior Mechanical Engineer, Hydropower

  • Portland, OR
  • 12 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 12 days ago

Design a career and build your future... Because it matters! Senior Mechanical Engineer, Hydropower McMillen, Inc. is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer, Hydropower with 12+ years of...

Senior Engineering Manager - Salesforce

  • Salem, OR
  • 13 days ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 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

  • Salem, OR
  • 13 days ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 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...

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Technical Director

  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 13 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR
  • 13 days ago

Support integration of power amplifier, filters, switches and LNAs into multi-chip modules Manage, train, and mentor a team of RF design engineers Provide technical leadership in all phases of product...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Portland, OR
  • 14 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 14 days ago

HOW YOU MAKE AN IMPACT As a subject matter expert, the Senior Automation Design Engineer leads highly complex equipment design and manufacturing technology R&D efforts with minimal oversight....

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Oregon

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

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Oregon 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 Oregon
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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