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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Lead Engineer - AI & Personalization (Travel Things) - (Hybrid)

  • Milan, TN
  • 22 hours ago
  • Milan, TN
  • 22 hours ago

Lead Engineer - AI & Personalization (Travel Things) - (Hybrid) Apply for job Job Description Posted 9 minutes ago As you contemplate your future, you might be asking yourself, what's the next...

Lead Engineer - eDO Travel Things(Hybrid)

  • Milan, TN
  • 22 hours ago
  • Milan, TN
  • 22 hours ago

Lead Engineer - eDO Travel Things(Hybrid) Apply for job Job Description Posted 9 hours ago As you contemplate your future, you might be asking yourself, what's the next step? Start your journey...

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the...

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

Asst. Lead Engineer - Electrical Design

  • TN
  • 4 days ago
  • TN
  • 4 days ago

Vestas Power Solutions is where new product ideas are developed, matured, improved, and tested. To put it short, we are shaping the future of modern energy and we operate on a global scale with...

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

Senior Mechanical Engineer, Air Management

  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago

This role will primarily function as a mechanical engineering subject-matter expert and will be focused on mechanical design, prototyping, and evaluation....

Principal Engineer - Compute Platform

  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 days 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...

Technical Director - USA Roadways

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

Take a technical leadership role with the project team, providing direction and leading by example where appropriate....

Senior Engineering Manager - Retrieval Operations Engineering

  • Nashville, TN
  • 12 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 12 days ago

Datavant is a data platform company and the worlds leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right...

Assistant Lead Engineer - WRA

  • TN
  • 13 days ago
  • TN
  • 13 days ago

Vestas is a major player in wind technology and a motivation in the development of the wind power industry. Vestas' core business comprises the development, manufacture, sale, marketing, and...

Assistant Lead / Lead Engineer -WRA

  • TN
  • 14 days ago
  • TN
  • 14 days ago

Vestas is a major player in wind technology and a motivation in the development of the wind power industry. Vestas' core business comprises the development, manufacture, sale, marketing, and...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Nashville, TN
  • 15 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 15 days ago

Support the continuous improvement of mechanical engineering standard documentation and procedures to improve the quality and efficiency of the Mechanical Engineering department....

Senior Process Engineer

  • Vonore, TN
  • 18 days ago
  • Vonore, TN
  • 18 days ago

Mentor and develop process engineers Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or manufacturing engineering....

Technical Director - Scheidt Family Performing Arts Center

  • Memphis, TN
  • 19 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 19 days ago

Posting Number SAECC4246 Advertised Title Technical Director - Scheidt Family Performing Arts Center Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN) Position Number 022831 Category Staff...

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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.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Chief Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Tennessee 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 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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