Chief Engineer Jobs in Washington

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 Mechanical Engineer New Glenn Rocket

  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 hours ago

Proficiency in 3D CAD software (Creo preferred) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools (ANSYS preferred) for pressurized systems and structural analysis....

Senior Process Engineer

  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 hours ago

Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those arent words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely...

Technical Director, Service Delivery

  • Spokane, WA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 6 hours ago

We are Farmers! We are more than just your favorite commercials. At Farmers, we strive to deliver peace of mind to our customers by providing protection and comprehensive advice and delivering in...

Principal Engineer Aesthetic Medical Device (Bothell, WA)

  • Bothell, WA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Bothell, WA
  • 14 hours ago

Provide technical leadership to other engineering disciplines to ensure requirements flow down to component level designs....

Chemical Engineer (Senior-Level)

  • Richland, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Richland, WA
  • 1 day ago

Engineering at H2C consists of Process Engineering, Design Engineering, Nuclear Safety, Plant/System Engineering, Construction Project Engineering, Flowsheet Integration, Process and Control Systems...

Senior Engineering Manager

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day 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, Water Market Leader, Food & Beverage

  • Seattle, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 3 days ago

Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service....

Senior Mechanical Engineer, Hydropower

  • Kirkland, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Kirkland, WA
  • 3 days ago

Design a career and build your future... Because it matters! Senior Mechanical Engineer, Hydropower McMillen, Inc. is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer, Hydropower with 12+ years of...

Senior Engineering Manager - 205

  • Everett, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Everett, WA
  • 4 days ago

manufacture solutions....

Engineering Supervisor

  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago

Summary This opportunity is open to current King County Career Service employees only. We are not accepting external applications at this time. Are you a collaborative people leader and skilled...

Senior Mechanical Engineer (10+ years)

  • WA
  • 4 days ago
  • WA
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications Bachelor's in architectural engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field Registration as a P.E. required Minimum ten+ years in the HVAC and plumbing consulting engineering field...

Head of Engineering

  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago

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Senior Engineering Manager

  • Everett, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Everett, WA
  • 4 days ago

manufacture solutions....

Technical Director - Application Security

  • Renton, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Renton, WA
  • 4 days ago

At Wizards of the Coast, we connect people around the world through play and imagination. From our genre-defining games like Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons to our growing multiverse,...

or equivalent Knowledge of Ansys Finite Element analysis tools Experience in the design of complex mechanical products and equipment at volume Proficiency in Python or equivalent Proficiency in NX...

Demographic Data for Washington

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Washington

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 Washington offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.7%
Master's Degree
34.8%
Doctorate Degree
6.8%
Associate's Degree
4.3%
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 Washington
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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