Chief Engineer Jobs in La Porte, 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 Process Engineer

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 1 hour ago

Sr Process Engineer Requires experience in Process/Design Engineering or related functional area (or equivalent working knowledge/experience)....

Senior Process Engineer

  • Pasadena, TX (4 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Pasadena, TX (4 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 15 hours ago

We are currently seeking a Sr Process Engineer to work in our Pasadena Manufacturing facility in Pasadena, TX, reporting to the Technical and Process Engineering Manager. This multifaceted...

Principal Engineer Instrumentation & Control

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 22 hours ago

Zachry Group is searching for a talented and ambitious Principal Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to join our talented I&C Team in Houston, TX. This is a great opportunity to work on...

Project Lead Engineer

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 1 day ago

About the Role Location United States of America Texas Houston Remote vs. Office Hybrid (Remote/Office) Company Siemens Energy, Inc. Organization Transformation of Industry Business Unit...

Connex Support Lead Engineer

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Connex Support Lead Engineer Hybrid Role - Houston, TX 12+ Months Contract Position Type-C2C/W2 Exp Level- 10 Years Req Skills- Connex switch, transaction processing & their associated component,...

Controls & Automation Engineer Senior Level

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Controls and Automation Engineer: Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or related field, preferably (but not limited to) Electrical / Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Controls and Automation...

Engineering Supervisor - Leeland Baking Co

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Nearest Major Market: Houston Job Segment: Facilities, Machinist, Engineering Manager, Employee Relations, Engineer, Operations, Manufacturing, Engineering, Human Resources...

Principal Engineer

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 3 days ago

DESCRIPTION The ROSEN Group is a globally leading provider of cutting-edge solutions in all areas of the integrity process chain. Since its origins as a one-man business in 1981, ROSEN has rapidly...

Senior Process Engineer

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Description The Senior Process Engineer will help lead the design, development, and optimization of surface facilities across Fervo's portfolio of geothermal energy developments. This role will be...

Engineering Supervisor - H

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 5 days ago

FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS. Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion, and as one of the...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Engineering or a related field 5+ years of experience in mechanical design Experience with thermal design and CFM for cooling electronics Experience designing for PCB and other electrical integration...

Technical Director/Photographer

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 7 days ago

Job Description: Direct and execute the production of various live and tape broadcast and productions through fully automated system. Must have experience with Adobe premiere, Ross overdrive...

Senior Production Engineer Methacrylates

  • Deer Park, TX (4 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Deer Park, TX (4 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 7 days ago

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and were passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet. Our people are at the heart of our...

Denodo Lead Engineer

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 8 days ago

Job Title: Denodo Lead Engineer Location: Houston, TX (Onsite/ Hybrid) Denodo Lead Engineer. Candidate needs to be senior lead/tech lead with mandatory hands-on. Work location is Houston (No...

Lecturer - Technical Director

  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Houston, TX (19 miles from La Porte, TX)
  • 8 days ago

Department: Theatre Salary: Commensurate with experience Description: The University of Houston's School of Theatre & Dance invites applications for a part-time Lecturer position to teach two...

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in La Porte, TX

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in La Porte, TX offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.5%
Master's Degree
35.0%
Doctorate Degree
6.8%
Associate's Degree
4.2%
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 La Porte, 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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