Chief Engineer Jobs in Texas

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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Schedule: Full-Time Salary Range: USD $104000.00 - $197000.00 Job Category: Risk Control Pay Philosophy The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors...

Senior Engineering Manager, Enterprise Readiness

  • Austin, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 6 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...

Senior Principal Engineer - Developer Platform

  • Plano, TX
  • 13 hours ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 13 hours ago

Overview Who we are Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the worlds most admired brands, Toyota is...

AWS Principal Engineer with CDN Strategy @ Dallas, TX/ Miramar, FL

  • Dallas, TX
  • 16 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 16 hours ago

AWS Principal Engineer with CDN Strategy Location: Dallas, TX/ Miramar, FL Duration: 6 Months C2H Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a...

Azure Lead Cloud Principal Engineer

  • Dallas, TX
  • 16 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 16 hours ago

10+ years of information security applications and systems experience 6+ years of information technology applications and systems experience 6+ years of experience working with SDLC, devsecops,...

Principal Engineer- Java Business Process Model(JBPM)

  • Irving, TX
  • 21 hours ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 21 hours 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...

Technical Director

  • Houston, TX
  • 22 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 22 hours ago

TH Daniels Global Executive Search & Selection have partnered with a global Chemical Company to recruit a Technical Director for the Industrial Coatings Business Unit. This is a critical position...

Senior Engineering Manager

  • Paris, TX
  • 23 hours ago
  • Paris, TX
  • 23 hours ago

Ogury is a global adtech company that delivers Personified Advertising solutions grounded in privacy to brands, agencies and publishers by focusing on targeting personas, not people. We deliver...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Dallas, TX
  • 23 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 23 hours ago

The Role We Want You For In the Senior Mechanical Engineer at Clayco Design & Engineering, you will be responsible for leading and managing mechanical design projects, providing technical expertise,...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • TX
  • 23 hours ago
  • TX
  • 23 hours ago

Engineering A minimum of 10 years in mechanical system design of commercial or institutional buildings Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, MS Project and...

IAM Principal Engineer

  • Westlake, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Westlake, TX
  • 1 day ago

In addition, you'll provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence....

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

Lead Engineer - IBM MQ

  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day ago

Lead Engineer IBM MQ Salary: Open + Bonus Location: Chicago, IL or Dallas, TX Hybrid: 3 days onsite, 2 days remote Qualifications Bachelor's degree 10+ years of hands-on experience administering...

Senior Process Engineer

  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day 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...

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Texas

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 Texas 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 Texas
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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