Senior Engineer Jobs in Princeton, NJ

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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Cybersecurity AI Engineer (Sr. Scientist) ML & Insights (Remote)

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

We are seeking a Cybersecurity AI Engineer to join the Cybersecurity Automation & AI team within our Cybersecurity Engineering organization. This senior specialist role is responsible for applying...

Principal Engineer- Java Business Process Model (JBPM)

  • Basking Ridge, NJ (21 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ (21 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

When you join Verizon** You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely - even if they're daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we...

JJT-Lead Engineer- ERP/SAP Logistics & Transportation

  • Raritan, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Raritan, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Job title JJT-Lead Engineer- ERP/SAP Logistics & Transportation Function Technology Product & Platform Management Sub function Functional Engineering Category Senior Engineer, Functional Engineering...

Principal Engineer - Analytics, Reporting & BI Cybersecurity

  • Iselin, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Iselin, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Wells Fargo is seeking a Principal Engineer. This is a hybrid position. There is no Visa sponsorship or Visa transfers. The role is seated in the cities where the req is posted. Job Summary We are...

Workforce Compute Senior Engineering Manager

  • Woodbridge, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

At Wells Fargo, we are looking for talented people who will put our customers at the center of everything we do. We are seeking candidates who embrace diversity, equity and inclusion in a...

Workforce Compute Principal Engineer

  • Woodbridge, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

At Wells Fargo, we are looking for talented people who will put our customers at the center of everything we do. We are seeking candidates who embrace diversity, equity and inclusion in a...

AI Technical Lead Engineer

  • Warren, NJ (19 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Warren, NJ (19 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Technical Leadership Ability to translate complex AI concepts into actionable roadmaps, guiding junior team members and stakeholders....

Principal Engineer - Analog/Digital Control

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 7 days ago

We are working on behalf of a leading maker of RF/Microwave ICs and components that go into Defense and Wireless Infrastructure applications. They have a design facility in Central New Jersey,...

Principal Engineer-AI/ML Engineering

  • Basking Ridge, NJ (21 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ (21 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Principal Engineer-AI/ML Engineering needed by Verizon in Basking Ridge, NJ (hybrid role, may work from home). Build machine learning models including supervised, unsupervised and natural language...

RHS Advisor - Technical Director

  • Robbinsville, NJ (12 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Robbinsville, NJ (12 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Club Advisor Date Posted: 3/5/2025 Location: Robbinsville High School   Additional Information: Show/Hide The following RHS club advisor position is...

Lead Engineer 1 Engineering Tools

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Summary** This description outlines the responsibilities and tasks of the IMA Tools software lead. The software lead's basic function is to provide guidance and support for software engineering...

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Principal Engineer - AI QA Test Automation

  • Basking Ridge, NJ (21 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ (21 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

When you join Verizon** You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely - even if they're daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we...

Principal Engineer Data Protection

  • Basking Ridge, NJ (21 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ (21 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

When you join Verizon** You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely - even if they're daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we...

Senior Engineering Manager - Salesforce

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than...

Remote Work

Principal Engineer - Systems Architecture

  • Basking Ridge, NJ (21 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ (21 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

When you join Verizon** You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely - even if they're daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we...

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Salary for Senior Engineer Jobs in Princeton, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Senior Engineers in Princeton, NJ 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 Princeton, NJ
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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