Chief Engineer Jobs in New Haven, CT

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 Mechanical Engineer

  • New Haven, CT
  • 9 days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 9 days ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer Yale University Posted: 07-Aug-24 Location: New Haven, Connecticut Type: Full-time Internal Number: 89887BR 1. Participates in the formulation, design, construction...

Aerodynamics Compression Systems Senior Engineer

  • Cheshire, CT (13 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 11 days ago
  • Cheshire, CT (13 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 11 days ago

Position Title: Aerodynamics Compression Systems Senior Engineer Location: Based out of Cheshire, CT Reports to: Chief Engineer, Compressors Salary Grade: Job Description: As an Aerodynamics Compression...

Mechanical Design Compression Systems Senior Engineer

  • Cheshire, CT (13 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 11 days ago
  • Cheshire, CT (13 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 11 days ago

Solid background in mechanical design, solid mechanics, and finite element analysis....

Lead Engineer - Energy Services C&I

  • Orange, CT (5 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 12 days ago
  • Orange, CT (5 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 12 days ago

Provide technical leadership in complex projects that have a wide impact on the department Mentor, develop and support team in technical skills Ability to collaborate across departments Liaison/direct...

Lead Engineer - Distribution Planning

  • Orange, CT (5 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 19 days ago
  • Orange, CT (5 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 19 days ago

Provide technical leadership in complex projects that have a wide impact on the department Mentor, develop and support team in technical skills Ability to collaborate across departments Liaison/ direct...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Meriden, CT (17 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 19 days ago
  • Meriden, CT (17 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 19 days ago

engineering aspects of MEP projects from concept to completion....

Senior Process Engineer

  • Wallingford, CT (11 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 27 days ago
  • Wallingford, CT (11 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 27 days ago

DUTIES Lead new product development projects Develop/Execute/Analyze experiment design Lead process improvement team activities Plan, develop and implement quality and manufacturing process...

Lead Engineer Operations

  • Orange, CT (5 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Orange, CT (5 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Possess a depth and breadth of experience in distribution design engineering and operations along with knowledge of internal/external business and regulatory issues (e.g., design criteria, standards...

Lead Engineer

  • Milford, CT (9 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Milford, CT (9 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Stress Analyst familiar with Finite Element Analysis....

Lead Engineer, Field Communications

  • Berlin, CT (21 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Berlin, CT (21 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Lead effective interface with related departments ((Substation Technical, P&C Engineering, Station Design Engineering) on unresolved maintenance, identified capital improvement plan, and local Spares...

Principal Engineer, Transmission System Planning (Hybrid)

  • Berlin, CT (21 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Berlin, CT (21 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 45+ days ago

Principal Engineer in Transmission System Planning provides technical leadership, conducts complex system planning studies, elicits ideas for the solution of unique and/or complex engineering problems...

Senior Process Engineer

  • Bethany, CT (8 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bethany, CT (8 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 45+ days ago

Education and Experience: Minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Chemical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering (with significant experience in chemical manufacturing) from an accredited university Specialized...

Lead Engineer, Transmission System Planning (hybrid)

  • Berlin, CT (21 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Berlin, CT (21 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 60+ days ago

Lead Engineer, Transmission System Planning (hybrid) 02/18/2025 Locations: Westwood, Massachusetts; Berlin, Connecticut; Hartford, Connecticut; Manchester, New Hampshire Lead Engineer in...

Lead Engineer - Transmission Planning

  • Orange, CT (5 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Orange, CT (5 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 60+ days ago

Lead Engineer - Transmission Planning Reports to Manager Transmission Planning Reports in Office to CT - Orange - 100 Marsh Hill Rd or NY - Rochester - Scottsville Rd The base salary range for...

Senior Process Engineer - Consumer Products (Multiple Locations)

  • Wallingford, CT (11 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Wallingford, CT (11 miles from New Haven, CT)
  • 90+ days ago

Description With Burns & McDonnell's Consumer Products team, we put people first - ours and our Clients'. We care about you, not just because of what you can do, but because of who you uniquely...

Demographic Data for New Haven, CT

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in New Haven, CT

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in New Haven, CT 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 New Haven, CT
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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