Chief Engineer Jobs in Dallas, 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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Principal Engineer AI

  • Retail Services WIS Corporation
  • Plano, TX (18 miles from Dallas, TX)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Plano, TX (18 miles from Dallas, TX)
  • 14 hours ago

Job Posting Principal AI Engineer Position Overview The Principal AI Engineer leads the design and deployment of AI/ML solutions across WIS’s enterprise platform. You will architect scalable ML...

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Principal Engineer Data

  • Retail Services WIS Corporation
  • Plano, TX (18 miles from Dallas, TX)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Plano, TX (18 miles from Dallas, TX)
  • 22 hours ago

Ability to influence executives and guide senior engineers across multiple teams....

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AI Technical Project Lead/Engineer - SFL Scientific

  • Deloitte
  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day 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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Lead Engineer - Infrastructure Solutions

  • Wells Fargo
  • Irving, TX (8 miles from Dallas, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Irving, TX (8 miles from Dallas, TX)
  • 1 day ago

About This Role : The Commercial Corporate & Investment Bank Technology (CCIBT) Infrastructure Solutions organization is seeking a hands-on Lead Engineer to design and deliver practical technology...

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ElectroMechanical Design Engineer Sr Stf: MicroElectronics

  • Lockheed Martin
  • Grand Prairie, TX (11 miles from Dallas, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (11 miles from Dallas, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: You will be the ElectroMechanical Design Engineer for the Advanced Electronics Packaging team at LockheedMartin Missiles &Fire Control. Our team pioneers 2 D/3 D heterogeneous...

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ElectroMechanical Design Engineer Sr: MicroElectronics

  • Lockheed Martin Corporation
  • Grand Prairie, TX (11 miles from Dallas, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (11 miles from Dallas, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Description: You will be the ElectroMechanical Design Engineer for the Advanced Electronics Packaging team at LockheedMartin Missiles &Fire Control. Our team pioneers 2 D/3 D heterogeneous...

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Manufacturing Process Lead Engineer

  • PDS Tech Commercial
  • Richardson, TX (12 miles from Dallas, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Richardson, TX (12 miles from Dallas, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Lead Innovation in Electronics Manufacturing as a Lead Engineer! Location: Richardson, TX | Payrate: $35.58 - $40/hour | Schedule: Multiple shifts available PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with...

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Principal Engineer IDOCS Solution Lead Java & Generative AI

  • Wells Fargo
  • Irving, TX (8 miles from Dallas, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Irving, TX (8 miles from Dallas, TX)
  • 5 days ago

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a Principal Engineer to join our Enterprise Content Management (ECM) team as part of Digital Technology & Innovation (DTI). Learn more about the career...

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Principal Engineer (Linux, Unix Platform)

  • Montek System
  • Dallas, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 6 days ago

Role- Sr Principal Engineer - Linux/Unix platform Onsite Plano, TX Direct Hire - Full Time Overview Client is looking for team members who are passionate about technology and interested in joining...

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Principal Engineer - Stablecoin

  • Bank of America Corporation
  • Plano, TX (18 miles from Dallas, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Plano, TX (18 miles from Dallas, TX)
  • 7 days ago

Job Description: At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and...

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Value Team - Principal Engineer

  • Verizon Communications
  • Irving, TX (8 miles from Dallas, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Irving, TX (8 miles from Dallas, TX)
  • 7 days ago

When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely - even if they're daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power...

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Lead Engineer, Test Manufacturing 1

  • Celestica
  • Richardson, TX (12 miles from Dallas, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Richardson, TX (12 miles from Dallas, TX)
  • 7 days ago

As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development - from drawing board to full-scale...

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Linux Principal Engineer

  • Rapport IT
  • Plano, TX (18 miles from Dallas, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Plano, TX (18 miles from Dallas, TX)
  • 8 days ago

Reporting to the Senior Manager, the person in this role will join the Cloud Engineering & Software Development Support team to build and maintain secure, scalable, and resilient cloud...

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Principal Engineer HBM Design for Test (DFT)

  • Micron
  • Richardson, TX (12 miles from Dallas, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Richardson, TX (12 miles from Dallas, TX)
  • 8 days ago

Engineering, Product Engineering, Test, and DFT Verification to: Translate manufacturing and test needs into clear DFT requirements Ensure spectoverification coverage alignment for DFT features and...

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Senior Principal Engineer, Product Software

  • Equinix, Inc.
  • Dallas, TX
  • 10 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 10 days ago

Who are we? Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet. A place where tech thinkers...

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Dallas, TX

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Dallas, TX 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 Dallas, 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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