Senior Engineer Jobs in Virginia

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 Senior Engineer (Mainframe SME/ Direct RACF Exp.)

  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 hour ago

Regular or Temporary: Regular Language Fluency: English (Required) Work Shift: 1st shift (United States of America) Please review the following job description: As a Cybersecurity Senior Engineer you...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Newport News, VA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 1 hour ago

design, mechanical engineering budget and schedule management, maintain professional relationships with vendors, customers, and other Merrick personnel as required by projects....

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Surry, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Surry, VA
  • 6 hours ago

Greetings from IntelliPro, We are pro-actively recruiting for a Senior Nuclear Planner with a Utility client based in Surry VA. Below are the details for your reference. Job Title: Senior Nuclear...

Senior Mechanical Engineer - CMTA

  • Arlington, VA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 15 hours ago

Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in mechanical engineering and energy-efficient building solutions....

Quality Engineering Supervisor

  • Manassas, VA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Manassas, VA
  • 16 hours ago

Requisition Number: 68442 The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. Corning is one of the worlds leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the...

Lead Engineer

  • Richmond, VA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 22 hours ago

Handling system-level design and development changes, demonstrating technical leadership and expertise organization-wide....

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SCITRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on...

Technical Director

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Description Join a winning team! SAIC's National Security and Space (NSS) Sector is currently seeking a Technical Director with a strong desire to enhance space resiliency for a...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago

design, mechanical engineering budget and schedule management, maintain professional relationships with vendors, customers, and other Merrick personnel as required by projects....

Technical Director, Structural Engineer

  • Herndon, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 2 days ago

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Technical Directorfor ourDistrict of Columbia Bridge Inspection Group. This is a hybrid position, and you can be based out of our...

Senior Process Engineer - VA

  • Petersburg, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Petersburg, VA
  • 3 days ago

leadership on multiple projects operating in parallel required We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants....

Senior Production Engineer

  • Herndon, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 3 days ago

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Principal Engineer - Cloud Infrastructure

  • Reston, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 3 days ago

At Fannie Mae, the inspiring work we do helps make a home a possibility for millions of homeowners and renters. Every day offers compelling opportunities to impact the future of the housing...

Principal Engineer

  • Richmond, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 3 days ago

Insight Global is seeking a Principal Engineer to assist with the following responsibilities: Coordinates and directs the DPU Lead Free Water Program by providing daily planning, administration,...

Event Management Lead Engineer II

  • McLean, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 5 days ago

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering...

Demographic Data for Virginia

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Salary for Senior Engineer Jobs in Virginia

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 Virginia 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 Virginia
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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