Chief Engineer Jobs in South Carolina

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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Schedule: Full-Time Salary Range: USD $104000.00 - $187000.00 Job Category: Risk Control The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills,...

Senior Process Engineer

  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 12 hours ago
  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 12 hours ago

Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection. What we offer: At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop...

Associate, Mid-Level, or Senior Industrial Engineer

  • North Charleston, SC
  • 14 hours ago
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 14 hours ago

Job Description At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive,...

Supervisory Healthcare Engineer (Chief Engineer)

  • Charleston, SC
  • 14 hours ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 14 hours ago

Examples of acceptable engineering and architectural degrees include, but are not limited to: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architecture...

Principal Engineer - Compute Platform

  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago

leadership and mentorship + Track record of working collaboratively across teams and roles, including but not limited to product management, UX, and other engineering teams and leaders **Ready to build...

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

  • Anderson, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Anderson, SC
  • 2 days ago

manufacturing engineering support....

Senior Engineer, Electrical

  • Clinton, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Clinton, SC
  • 2 days ago

Education and Experience Requirements Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering degree Experience: 5 - 10 years of related electrical power supply circuit design engineering experience...

Senior Process Engineer Job

  • Gaston, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Gaston, SC
  • 2 days ago

Apply Now Why You'll Love This Job We are seeking a Senior Process Engineer based out of our Gaston, SC facility. Responsibilities DUTIES: Create technical reports, project reports and process...

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Florence, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Florence, SC
  • 2 days ago

**What You Will Need to be Successful:** **Basic Qualifications:** + BS Degree in mechanical engineering degree with 5+ years experience + MA/MS degree with 3 to 5+ years experience + Strong communications...

1225 Principal Engineer

  • Aiken, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Aiken, SC
  • 2 days ago

. - Provide design engineering staff augmentation support to SRNS. - Primary responsibilities include engineering analysis, construction support, walkdowns, design development and generation of design...

Principal Engineer (Electrical Design )

  • Aiken, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Aiken, SC
  • 3 days ago

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Previous experience on DOE sites and programs, Possession of an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years is preferred, Previous SRS Design Engineering or DOE...

Principal Engineer (Electrical Design Engineer)

  • Aiken, SC
  • 4 days ago
  • Aiken, SC
  • 4 days ago

Demonstrate creative ability through medium of patent disclosures, problem solving, engineering reports, technical papers and articles Specific Duties: Provide design engineering staff augmentation...

Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

  • Blythewood, SC
  • 4 days ago
  • Blythewood, SC
  • 4 days ago

Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior engineers and technicians....

Engineering Supervisor

  • Greenville, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 6 days ago

Assist Chief Engineer by providing reports on the status of project milestones and adjusts schedules accordingly. Assist Chief Engineer control expenditures within limitations of the budget....

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Charleston, SC
  • 8 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 8 days ago

Manpower Engineering is currently working with a global design and manufacturing company that creates composite and metal aircraft structural assemblies and subassemblies....

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in South Carolina

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

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in South Carolina offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.7%
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 South Carolina
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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