Chief Engineer Jobs in Mukilteo, 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 Process Engineer, Amazon Air

  • Bellevue, WA (20 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Bellevue, WA (20 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 4 hours ago

This role will work with multiple Amazon organizations including: North America Fulfillment Center (NAFC), North America Sort Centers (NASC), World wide Design Engineering (WWDE), Finance, Safety, Vendor...

Natrium Principal Engineer

  • Bellevue, WA (20 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Bellevue, WA (20 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 4 hours ago

Natrium Principal Engineer AMERICAN CYBERSYSTEMS INC. - Bellevue, WA Posted: 5/1/2025 - Expires: 7/30/2025 Job ID: 288547049 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print Email Share Job...

Chief Engineer

  • Lynnwood, WA (7 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Lynnwood, WA (7 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 8 hours ago

The Maritime System Solutions Portfolio (MSS) within the Maritime Systems Division (MSD) is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and highly capable Chief Engineer to join the Leidos team in Lynnwood, WA...

Remote Work

Senior Engineering Manager, Enterprise Readiness

  • Seattle, WA (20 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA (20 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 13 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...

Lead Engineer Device QA & DevOps @ Redmond, WA Onsite - Full Time

  • Redmond, WA (18 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Redmond, WA (18 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 22 hours ago

Key Skills : Strong technical leadership and problem-solving Experience in firmware/hardware integration Knowledge of camera, sensor, LED, or display testing is a plus Excellent communication and proactive...

Principal Engineer, HR & Legal Technology (Hybrid - Seattle, WA)

  • Seattle, WA (20 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA (20 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description A Principal Engineer acts as a technology leader in all aspects of their daily job. This includes being responsible for architecture, best practices and operational excellence for...

Senior Industrial Engineer 2 - Automation & Operations Integration - Supply Chain

  • Seattle, WA (20 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA (20 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 1 day ago

QUALIFICATIONS: 8-10+ years' Industrial Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering Experience 3+ years' experience within a Supply Chain Distribution Fulfillment environment Bachelor's Degree in Industrial...

Chief Engineer, High Temp Materials

  • Mukilteo, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Mukilteo, WA
  • 2 days ago

leadership and guidance Applies knowledge of industry tools/software relevant to mechanical systems design Engineering Operational Leadership Provide guidance, mentorship and leadership to all levels...

Senior Mechanical Engineer, Worldwide Grocery

  • Seattle, WA (20 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (20 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 2 days ago

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering - 7+ years of experience in the field of engineering in commercial/retail buildings - Knowledge of Building...

Senior Engineering Director, Crypto

  • Seattle, WA (20 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (20 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 5 days ago

Employee Applicant Privacy Notice Who we are: Shape a brighter financial future with us. Together with our members, we're changing the way people think about and interact with personal finance....

Senior Engineering Manager, Crypto

  • Seattle, WA (20 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (20 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 5 days ago

Employee Applicant Privacy Notice Who we are: Shape a brighter financial future with us. Together with our members, we're changing the way people think about and interact with personal finance....

Senior Mechanical Engineer Spacecraft Design, Bus Structures

  • Redmond, WA (18 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Redmond, WA (18 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 6 days ago

materials and processes including metals, composites, bonded and bolted joints. - 3+ years of experience in structural sizing including classical methods (hand calculations) and Finite Element Analysis...

Principal Engineer, Software - CRM

  • Bellevue, WA (20 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (20 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 7 days ago

Technical Leadership - Lead and influence the architecture and design of Salesforce and CRM solutions. - Present technical concepts and strategies to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. -...

Head of Engineering, Product AI

  • Seattle, WA (20 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (20 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 7 days ago

Overview Atlassian is a global leader in team collaboration and productivity software, empowering teams to unleash their potential and achieve remarkable results. Our suite of tools, including...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Redmond, WA (18 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Redmond, WA (18 miles from Mukilteo, WA)
  • 9 days ago

Requirements: Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field. 8+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, with a focus on product development Exceptional engineering capabilities...

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Mukilteo, WA

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Mukilteo, WA 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 Mukilteo, 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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