Chief Engineer Jobs in Austin, TX

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

  • Austin, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 7 days ago

Join us as we work to create a thriving ecosystem that delivers accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all. We are looking for a Senior Manager of Engineering to join our Health...

Cybersecurity AI Engineer (Sr. Scientist) ML & Insights (Remote)

  • Austin, TX
  • 13 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 13 hours ago

We are seeking a Cybersecurity AI Engineer to join the Cybersecurity Automation & AI team within our Cybersecurity Engineering organization. This senior specialist role is responsible for applying...

Senior Engineering Manager, Enterprise Readiness

  • Austin, TX
  • 21 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 21 hours ago

Overview Working at Atlassian Atlassians can choose where they work whether in an office, from home, or a combination of the two. That way, Atlassians have more control over supporting their...

This role provides technical leadership to the CEMA portfolio of current and future Electronic Warfare programs....

Senior Process Engineer

  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago

Our client is on the leading edge of semiconductor manufacturing technology and they are looking to add an experienced Process Engineer to their team at their location in Austin. The person in...

D365 CE Technical Director

  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their...

Program Management (Technical) Soc IP, Principal Engineer-9236

  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago

Our Silicon IP business is all about integrating more capabilities into an SoC-faster. We offer the world's broadest portfolio of silicon IP-predesigned blocks of digital, memory, interfaces,...

Event Management Lead Engineer II

  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering...

Principal Engineer - Data Centers

  • Austin, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 6 days ago

Qualifications A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related engineering field is required....

Principal Engineer - Elastic Remote, US

  • Austin, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 7 days ago

This position will be fully remote and can be hired anywhere in the continental U.S. The primary focus for this Principal Engineer role is to act as a Subject Matter Expert for the ELK Stack and...

Remote Work

Principal Engineer - Identity Remote, US

  • Austin, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 7 days ago

This position will be fully remote and can be hired anywhere in the continental U.S. Optiv is seeking a Principal Identity and Access Management (IAM)/Identity Governance and Administration (IGA)...

Remote Work

IT Disaster Recovery Lead Engineer

  • Austin, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 7 days ago

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering...

Senior Engineering Director

  • Austin, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 8 days ago

Senior Engineering Director at SecurityScorecard Hybrid (Austin, TX) 3 days per week in office About SecurityScorecard: SecurityScorecard is the global leader in cybersecurity ratings, with over...

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

  • Austin, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 9 days ago

At Smith+Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living....

Principal Manufacturing Engineer - Propulsion

  • Austin, TX
  • 11 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 11 days ago

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance **Qualifications We Prefer:** + Current DoD clearance + Experience with Manufacturing Engineering is strongly...

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Austin, TX

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Austin, TX 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 Austin, TX
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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