Senior Engineer Jobs in Carpentersville, IL

A Senior Engineer in the manufacturing engineering industry is responsible for the design, development, testing, and evaluation of integrated systems for managing industrial production processes. This includes human work factors, quality control, inventory control, logistics and material flow, cost analysis, and production coordination. Their duties may also involve improving manufacturing processes and advancing product design, often utilizing innovative technology. They ensure that manufacturing procedures follow safety and environmental regulations.

Essential skills for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer include excellent problem-solving abilities, analytical skills, leadership abilities, and project management experience. Proficiency with CAD software and other engineering tools is also necessary. They should have a deep understanding of lean manufacturing principles and six sigma methodologies. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required, and a Master's degree or Professional Engineer (PE) certification is often preferred. Prior roles that lead to a Senior Engineer position might include Junior Engineer, Process Engineer, or Project Engineer.

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Sr Principal Engineer Systems - Algorithm

  • Schaumburg, IL (12 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (12 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Experience in technical leadership Preferred Qualifications: Current active in-scope Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) security clearance. Experience in state estimation and tracking algorithms....

Senior Mechanical Engineer IV - Communications

  • Carpentersville, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Carpentersville, IL
  • 2 days ago

at OTTO Engineering, Inc. in Carpentersville, Illinois, United States Job Description Senior Mechanical Engineer IV - Carpentersville, IL & Chicago, IL OTTO - designed, manufactured and precision tested...

Senior Mechanical Engineer IV - Controls

  • Carpentersville, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Carpentersville, IL
  • 2 days ago

at OTTO Engineering, Inc. in Carpentersville, Illinois, United States Job Description Senior Mechanical Engineer IV - Controls OTTO - designed, manufactured and precision tested, right here in the USA...

Senior Principal Engineer, Product Quality Cyberse

  • Deerfield, IL (21 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (21 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 3 days ago

at Vantive US Healthcare LLC in Deerfield, Illinois, United States Job Description Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • West Chicago, IL (16 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • West Chicago, IL (16 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Engineering or a related degree Have at least 10 years of related industry experience in chemical or process manufacturing industries Be proficient in creating and reading electrical, mechanical and...

Sr Principal Chief Engineer

  • Roselle, IL (14 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Roselle, IL (14 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 7 days ago

, Manufacturing and Test process Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of the Earned Value Management System (EVMS) Experience managing product in the critical path of a program Experience moving hardware...

Sr Principal Engineer Systems

  • Rolling Meadows, IL (14 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL (14 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 9 days ago

at Northrop Grumman in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, United States Job Description RELOCATION ASSISTANCE : No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE : Top Secret TRAVEL : No Description At...

Summer Theatre: Technical Director

  • Elgin, IL (8 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Elgin, IL (8 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Position Type: Appendix F - Extra Duty/ Non-Coaching Date Posted: 4/16/2025 Location: Fine Arts Date Available: ASAP Closing Date: Until Filled    Position / Title: Summer Theatre:...

Principal Engineer - Flammable Fuel Dispensing

  • Northbrook, IL (23 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (23 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 12 days ago

This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days per week in one of UL's offices in the United States. University Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing...

Senior Process Engineer

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (17 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (17 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Purpose of the role: Visit Ardagh Facilities as required to implement upgrades, give equipment and process support, training and problem solving to help the plants achieve maximum efficiency,...

Lead Engineer

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (7 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (7 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Engineer to oversee our DC decommission. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full,...

Senior Manufacturing Equipment Engineer

  • Des Plaines, IL (21 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (21 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 21 days ago

Des Plaines : DP01 ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: No MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2...

Senior Manufacturing Equipment Engineer

  • Des Plaines, IL (21 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (21 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 23 days ago

Minimum requirements/experience: Bachelors Degree in Engineering or related field (preferably Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering) Minimum of 6 yrs. related experience....

Lead Engineer

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (17 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (17 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 25 days ago

Overview Job Summary: The Lead Engineer is responsible for providing technical leadership and strategic direction, and people management in the design, engineering, and development of signage and component...

Principal Engineer, Design Validation

  • Round Lake, IL (17 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Round Lake, IL (17 miles from Carpentersville, IL)
  • 26 days ago

This is where you save and sustain lives At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. Youll feel...

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Salary for Senior Engineer Jobs in Carpentersville, IL

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Highest Education Level

Senior Engineers in Carpentersville, IL 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 Senior Engineers in Carpentersville, IL
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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