Chief Engineer Jobs in Tennessee

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
  • Nashville, TN
  • 15 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 15 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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About Boomi and What Makes Us Special Are you ready to work at a fast-growing company where you can make a difference? Boomi aims to make the world a better place by connecting everyone to...

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Engineer Sr, EHS

  • Eos Energy Enterprises Inc.
  • Thorn Hill, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Thorn Hill, TN
  • 3 days ago

About Eos Energy Enterprises Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. is accelerating the shift to American energy independence with positively ingenious solutions that transform how the world stores power....

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Senior Engineer New Product Launch

  • Whirlpool
  • Cleveland, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Cleveland, TN
  • 4 days ago

This role in summary Whirlpool is currently seeking a qualified candidate for the role of Senior Engineer New Product Launch....

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Principal Engineer

  • Fast Pace Health
  • Franklin, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 5 days ago

engineers Foster a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and engineering excellence Contribute to hiring decisions and help grow the engineering team over time Delivery & Process Drive agile...

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GenAI Lead Engineer

  • Persistent Systems, Inc.
  • TN
  • 6 days ago
  • TN
  • 6 days ago

Role Overview We are looking for a GenAI/LLM Engineer with strong Python engineering skills and proven experience building production-grade Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems using...

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Lead Engineer

  • Target
  • TN
  • 6 days ago
  • TN
  • 6 days ago

About us: Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. Learn more about Target here. As a lead...

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Principal Engineer II

  • Spectra Tech
  • Oak Ridge, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN
  • 6 days ago

The successful candidate will provide nuclear materials control and accountability to support nuclear operations at an enrichment facility in Oak Ridge, TN.

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Technical Director

  • Belmont University
  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago

Technical Director We are now accepting applications for a qualified Technical Director at Belmont University. Employment Type Staff Internal Job Category Exempt (Staff) Full-Time Department...

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Lead Event Technical Director

  • Tennessee Performing Arts Center
  • Nashville, TN
  • 10 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 10 days ago

LEAD EVENT TECHNICAL DIRECTOR CATEGORY: TECHNICAL Tennessee Performing Arts Center Nashville, TN US JOB DETAILS DESCRIPTION Position Status: Full-Time Exemption Status: Non-Exempt s to: Director...

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Senior Technical Lead Engineer- Snowflake

  • USEReady
  • TN
  • 10 days ago
  • TN
  • 10 days ago

USEReady helps businesses to be self-reliant on data. Growing over 3000% since inception, USEReady achieved #113 rank in Inc 500 2015 and honoured top 100 companies in North America 2015 by Red...

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Associate Technical Director - UK Structures

  • Arcadis Global
  • TN
  • 13 days ago
  • TN
  • 13 days ago

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets....

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US Tech - Lead Engineer

  • PwC
  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 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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Lead Engineer - AI & Personalization (Travel Things) - (Hybrid)

  • eDreams ODIGEO
  • Milan, TN
  • 14 days ago
  • Milan, TN
  • 14 days ago

Lead Engineer - AI & Personalization (Travel Things) - (Hybrid) Apply for job Job Description Posted 11 months ago As you contemplate your future, you might be asking yourself, what's the next...

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Technical Director

  • Liberty Mutual
  • Nashville, TN
  • 16 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 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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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Tennessee

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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee
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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