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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Senior Engineering Manager AMRT Process Development

  • GE Vernova
  • Greenville, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 6 days ago

Experience in process development, repair development, manufacturing engineering, or repair services. Strong project execution skills with a proven ability to drive priorities to completion....

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • SAIC
  • Hanahan, SC
  • 8 days ago
  • Hanahan, SC
  • 8 days ago

The prospective candidate needs to have extensive experience with Mechanical Engineering but also familiarity with Software Engineering as this prospective candidate will be the focal point of the Engineering...

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Lead Engineer Electrical - IC & Facial

  • Kimberly-Clark Corporation
  • Beech Island, SC
  • 11 days ago
  • Beech Island, SC
  • 11 days ago

Lead Engineer Electrical - IC & Facial Job Description SUMMARY OF POSITION: NA Lead Electrical Engineer The Lead Electrical Engineer provides technical leadership for the Value Stream Engineering...

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US Tech - Lead Engineer

  • PwC
  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 13 days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 13 days ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism IFS - Information Technology (IT) Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in software and product innovation focus on...

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Technical Director

  • Liberty Mutual
  • Columbia, SC
  • 16 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 16 days ago

Description Technical Director Industrial Hygiene and Engineering Services We are seeking an experienced Industrial Hygiene and Safety Engineering professional for a highly visible role for one of...

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Senior Mechanical Engineer/Maintenance

  • Franklin Professionals
  • Charleston, SC
  • 17 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 17 days ago

Background in steel, metals, or similar heavy industries preferred Experience with AutoCAD, Inventor, or SolidWorks and mechanical design tools preferred....

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Surf Search
  • Charleston, SC
  • 21 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 21 days ago

in steel, metals, or similar heavy industries preferred Experience with AutoCAD, Inventor, or SolidWorks and mechanical design tools preferred....

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Schneider Electric
  • SC
  • 24 days ago
  • SC
  • 24 days ago

See all reviews # Position summary e, post-bachelor's experience (2 years with Master's or 4 years with Bachelor's) in mechanical design engineering in a manufacturing environment, or related occupation...

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GT/ST/GEN Accessories Instrumentation Design Lead Engineer

  • GE Vernova
  • Greenville, SC
  • 26 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 26 days ago

The individual is expected to execute projects of varying complexity both in ITO and OTR stages under the guidance of senior engineers and TLs within the team....

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Senior Industrial Engineer

  • Bright Vision Technologies
  • Trenton, SC
  • 29 days ago
  • Trenton, SC
  • 29 days ago

Bright Vision Technologies is a forward-thinking software development company dedicated to building innovative solutions that help businesses automate and optimize their operations. We leverage...

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AI Lead Engineer

  • Orbis Sibro, Inc.
  • Charleston, SC
  • 29 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 29 days ago

AI Lead Engineer Charleston, SC Position Overview We are seeking an AI Lead Engineer who combines strong hands-on technical ability with emerging leadership and product instincts. This role is...

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Senior Industrial Engineer

  • TX04 Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC
  • Aiken, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Aiken, SC
  • 30+ days ago

Company Overview Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate...

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Principal Engineer - Variant Configuration

  • Westinghouse Electric Company
  • Hopkins, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hopkins, SC
  • 30+ days ago

Key Responsibilities: Support SAP Variant Configuration processes Process engineering change notices in the SAP BoM database Originate supporting documentation to meet internal and external customer...

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Senior Industrial Engineer

  • Bridgestone Americas
  • Trenton, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Trenton, SC
  • 30+ days ago

Company Overview Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate...

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Technical Director

  • Coker University
  • Hartsville, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hartsville, SC
  • 30+ days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION POSITION TITLE Technical Director for the Elizabeth Boatwright Coker Performing Arts Center (PAC), McCall School of Visual and Performing Arts, Coker University. POSITION SUMMARY...

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Demographic Data for South Carolina

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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
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 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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