Senior Engineer Jobs in Illinois

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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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...

Sr Principal Engineer Systems - Algorithm

  • Schaumburg, IL
  • 21 hours ago
  • Schaumburg, IL
  • 21 hours 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....

Principal Engineer - High Speed Connectors

  • Lisle, IL
  • 22 hours ago
  • Lisle, IL
  • 22 hours ago

Engineering or related discipline * At least 15 years in the connector industry * Expertise i......

Structural Engineering Supervisor

  • El Paso, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • El Paso, IL
  • 1 day ago

Basic Job Functions: The following responsibilities reflect the dynamic and integral role of the Design Engineering Supervisor in shaping the success and safety culture at Nucor....

Chief Engineer

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

building regulations and codes, equipment operations and preventive maintenance procedures; Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks; Microsoft Office Systems proficiency; Microsoft Project and CAD (Computer-aided...

Lead Engineer - IBM MQ

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 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 Mechanical Engineer IV - Communications

  • Carpentersville, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Carpentersville, IL
  • 1 day 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...

Lead Engineer, Human AI

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

at Presidio in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Description SEIZE THE OPPORTUNITY TO BE A PART OF SOMETHING GREAT! Presidio is on the leading edge of a technology-driven movement...

Senior Mechanical Engineer IV - Controls

  • Carpentersville, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Carpentersville, IL
  • 1 day 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 Engineer - Electrical

  • University Park, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • University Park, IL
  • 2 days ago

May assist Purchasing, Manufacturing Engineering and Quality Assurance in vendor selection....

D365 CE Technical Director

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 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...

Senior Principal Engineer, Product Quality Cyberse

  • Deerfield, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL
  • 2 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...

ATL01-042525 Principal Manufacturing Engineer-Illinois

  • Kankakee, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Kankakee, IL
  • 3 days ago

About Validation & Engineering Group (V&EG): Validation & Engineering Group (V&EG) is a leading provider of commissioning, qualification, validation, engineering, and compliance services to the...

Lead Engineer - REQ002001_1-3175

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

at The College Board in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description College Board - Technology - Item Cloud Blue Location: This is a fully remote role. Candidates who live near CB offices...

Remote Work

Senior Engineer/Project Manager - Mechanical Engineering

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

Engineer/Project Manager - Mechanical Engineering Clark Dietz, Inc. is an employee owned, multidiscipline consulting engineering firm with offices in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Wisconsin...

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Salary for Senior Engineer Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturingEngineers research efforts.

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Highest Education Level

Senior Engineers in Illinois 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 Illinois
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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