Chief Engineer Jobs in Peoria, AZ

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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Full Stack Principal Engineer

  • Phoenix, AZ (13 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (13 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 3 hours ago

Job Title: Full Stack Principal Engineer Location: Block 23 What you'll do: We are looking for a highly skilled Full Stack Principal Engineer with expertise in designing, developing, and...

Principal Engineer

  • Scottsdale, AZ (20 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (20 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

An exciting opportunity to join a high growth business unit with expertise in device physics to support development of ESD/surge/EMI protection and small signal devices for industrial, automotive...

Lead Engineer 1 Engineering Tools

  • Phoenix, AZ (13 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (13 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 3 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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Senior Engineering Manager - Salesforce

  • Phoenix, AZ (13 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (13 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 3 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

Senior Manager, Videoboard Operations & Technical Director

  • Peoria, AZ
  • 3 days ago
  • Peoria, AZ
  • 3 days ago

DEPARTMENT: Scoreboard OperationsREPORTS TO: Director, Game PresentationSTATUS: Full-Time; ExemptSan Diego Padres Commitment: The San Diego Padres are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive...

Senior Process Engineer (Die Prep)

  • Tempe, AZ (22 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ (22 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 4 days ago

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 23 Apr 2025 At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare...

Principal Engineer

  • Scottsdale, AZ (20 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (20 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary: An exciting opportunity to join a high growth business unit with expertise in device physics to support development of ESD/surge/EMI protection and small signal devices for...

GenAI and Agentic AI Technology Architect - Principal Engineer

  • Phoenix, AZ (13 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (13 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 5 days ago

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a highly skilled and innovative GenAI and Agentic AI Technology Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for establishing...

Lead Engineer

  • Tempe, AZ (22 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ (22 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 6 days ago

Lead Engineer Toggle search Toggle navigation Espanol Francais Employer Login Browse Jobs Post a Job Log In or Join Search 8,825 current hospitality jobs what where Lead Engineer The Westin Tempe...

Senior Lead Engineer - R01548648

  • Phoenix, AZ (13 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (13 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 7 days ago

Senior Lead Engineer Primary Skills CI/CD Pipeline, Spring REST, Java, Hibernate, Oracle RDBMS, Kafka, Docker, Java REST Web API, Spring Core, Spring Boot, Kubernetes, MySQL Job requirements Java...

Senior Engineer

  • Tempe, AZ (22 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ (22 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 8 days ago

Drafting Standards and Practices + Self-Starter Preferred: + Bachelor's degree, Mechanical Engineering Technology + Autodesk Certified Professional: Inventor for Mechanical Design + Experience with...

Sr Principal Engineer Systems

  • Sun City, AZ (2 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Sun City, AZ (2 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 9 days ago

50% Candidate must possess, or have the ability to obtain, a U.S. Passport for travel A current/active DoD secret clearance Preferred Qualifications : FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) license...

Avionics Chief Engineer

  • Phoenix, AZ (13 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (13 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 10 days ago

Responsibilities: As an Avionics Chief Engineer in the Advanced Concept and Enterprise (ACE) Engineering organization, you will provide independent avionics/electrical systems technical oversight across...

IaC AWS (EKS) Lead Engineer

  • Phoenix, AZ (13 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (13 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 11 days ago

. + Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers....

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Phoenix, AZ (13 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (13 miles from Peoria, AZ)
  • 11 days ago

The Role We Want You For In the Senior Mechanical Engineer at Clayco Design & Engineering, you will be responsible for leading and managing mechanical design projects, providing technical expertise,...

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Peoria, AZ

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Peoria, AZ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.8%
Master's Degree
34.7%
Doctorate Degree
6.8%
Associate's Degree
4.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
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 Chief Engineers in Peoria, AZ
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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