Chief Engineer Jobs in Everett, WA

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 Technical Director, Transit & Rail Systems Engineer

  • WSP
  • Redmond, WA (21 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Redmond, WA (21 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 4 days ago

As a Senior Technical Director, Transit & Rail Systems Engineer, you will play a critical role in leading the planning, design, integration, and delivery of complex rail and transit systems. You...

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Principal Engineer, Messaging, Platforms and Devices

  • Google LLC
  • Kirkland, WA (21 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Kirkland, WA (21 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Apply share linkCopy link emailEmail a friend info_outline XIn accordance with Washington state law, we are highlighting our comprehensive benefits package, which is available to all eligible US...

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Principal Engineer, Streamling Analytics

  • Google LLC
  • Kirkland, WA (21 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Kirkland, WA (21 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 7 days ago

Apply share linkCopy link emailEmail a friend info_outline XIn accordance with Washington state law, we are highlighting our comprehensive benefits package, which is available to all eligible US...

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Senior Mechanical Engineer Spacecraft Mechanisms, Amazon Leo Mechanical - Mechanisms

  • Amazon
  • Redmond, WA (21 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Redmond, WA (21 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 8 days ago

engineering, or equivalent - Proficient in developing design models and drawings for production and analysis via Computer Aided Design (CAD) software....

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Composites Chief Engineer

  • Karman Space & Defense
  • Mukilteo, WA (7 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Mukilteo, WA (7 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 13 days ago

The Chief Engineer plays a key role in determining strategic technologies and capturing associated programs....

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Senior Engineering Manager

  • Echodyne
  • Kirkland, WA (21 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Kirkland, WA (21 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 19 days ago

Radar Reinvented. Echodyne offers the world's first compact solid-state true beam-steering radar for a wide range of industries and applications. Our high-performance radars work in all weather...

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Senior Process Engineer, Fuel Cycle

  • Helion
  • Everett, WA
  • 23 days ago
  • Everett, WA
  • 23 days ago

About Helion We are a fusion power company based in Everett, WA, with the mission to build the world's first fusion power plant, enabling a future with unlimited clean electricity. Our vision is a...

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Senior Process Engineer - Life Sciences

  • GBA, Inc
  • Lynnwood, WA (13 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Lynnwood, WA (13 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 27 days ago

This is an opportunity to apply deep process engineering expertise to work that matters and with a team that is committed to your continued development....

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Sr. Engineer - Drainage

  • Verdantas LLC
  • Kirkland, WA (21 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Kirkland, WA (21 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 28 days ago

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, we're redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of...

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Senior Mechanical Engineer, Interiors and Structures

  • Greenpoint Technologies
  • Bothell, WA (16 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bothell, WA (16 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Maintains state-of-the-art knowledge in mechanical design practices, materials, components, and software design tools....

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Principal Engineer - Global MSAT, Site based, Redmond, WA

  • Evotec SE
  • Redmond, WA (21 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Redmond, WA (21 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Title: Principal Process Engineer - Global MSAT About Us: this is who we are At Just Evotec Biologics, we believe that curiosity is the spark that drives innovation and success. As a...

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Principal Engineer, Data Center Power Software

  • NVIDIA
  • Redmond, WA (21 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Redmond, WA (21 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

NVIDIA is leading the way in groundbreaking developments in Artificial Intelligence, High-Performance Computing and Visualization. The GPU, our invention, serves as the visual cortex of modern...

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Principal Engineer - AI Agents and Systems

  • Nvidia
  • Redmond, WA (21 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Redmond, WA (21 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

Mentorship & Team Support: Foster a collaborative engineering culture by mentoring senior engineers, establishing best practices for AI agent deployment, and writing reliable, production-ready code....

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Senior Principal Engineer Aesthetic Medical Device (Bothell, WA)

  • Bausch Health Companies Inc.
  • Bothell, WA (16 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bothell, WA (16 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

A solid working knowledge EDA CAD tools and design for manufacturability and test is required....

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Senior Mechanical Engineer, Propulsion, Amazon Leo

  • Amazon.com, Inc.
  • Redmond, WA (21 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Redmond, WA (21 miles from Everett, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

engineering or equivalent 7+ years of technical engineering experience Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume Experience with qualification testing of space-grade...

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Demographic Data for Everett, WA

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Everett, WA

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Everett, WA 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 Everett, WA
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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