Chief Engineer Jobs in Arkansas

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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Senior Engineering Manager - Salesforce

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 2 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...

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Lead Engineer 1 Engineering Tools

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 2 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 Industrial Engineer

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications -Bachelor's degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering, required. -5 - 10 years' hands on & relevant experience with automated manufacturing equipment and processes....

Lead Engineer - Power System Modeler

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 3 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 3 days ago

Engineering, or Systems Engineering 12 years' of relevant Engineering experience; OR 11 years' of relevant Engineering experience with a Master's Degree in Electrical, Computer, Industrial, Mechanical...

Senior Process Engineer

  • El Dorado, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • El Dorado, AR
  • 7 days ago

Employee Type: Regular Who we are LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with sales of EUR 6.7 billion in 2023. The company currently has about 12,800 employees in 32 countries. Our core...

PRINCIPAL ENGINEER - Spacecraft Avionics FPGA Engineer

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 11 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 11 days ago

Who We Are: We are a world-renowned supplier in advanced spacecraft avionics and payload processing solutions. Our state-of-the-art research and development center provides complete turn-key...

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PwC Tech-Technical Lead Engineer

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 20 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 20 days ago

Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism IFS - Information Technology (IT) Management Level Senior Manager Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in information technology operations focus...

Lead Engineer - Generator Interconnections - Remote Eligible

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 23 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 23 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Lead and oversee complex GI studies and processes, providing technical leadership and direction....

Senior Process Engineer

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 30+ days ago

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field is required Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering is preferred 10+ years of experience in Process Engineering, preferably within the...

Senior Process Engineer (Seam Tape)

  • Prescott, AR
  • 90+ days ago
  • Prescott, AR
  • 90+ days ago

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Bachelors Degree in Chemical, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering or Related Field; MS in Engineering or MBA Five or greater years of engineering or manufacturing experience in...

Senior Process Engineer 1

  • Prescott, AR
  • 90+ days ago
  • Prescott, AR
  • 90+ days ago

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Bachelors Degree in Chemical, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering or Related Field; MS in Engineering or MBA Five or greater years of engineering or manufacturing experience in...

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Arkansas

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

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Arkansas 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 Arkansas
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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