Chief Engineer Jobs in Aurora, IL

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 Engineer, Solutions Engineering, CMP

  • Aurora, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 3 days ago

Job Title: Senior Engineer, Solutions Engineering, CMP Job Description: Senior Engineer, Solutions Engineering, CMP THE ROLE Entegris is currently seeking a Senior Engineer to join our CMP...

Technical Director - North

  • Glen Ellyn, IL (11 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (11 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Openings as of 3/7/2025 Technical Director - North JobID: 10020 Position Type: Activities/Activity/Club Sponsor Date Posted: 3/4/2025 Location: Glenbard North Date Available: 25-26 Position...

Senior Engineer, Solutions Engineering

  • Aurora, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 6 days ago

at Entegris Inc in Aurora, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Title: Senior Engineer, Solutions Engineering Job Description: Job Description Summary Entegris is seeking a Senior Materials...

Technical Director Assistant - North

  • Glen Ellyn, IL (11 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (11 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Openings as of 3/7/2025 Technical Director Assistant - North JobID: 10021 Position Type: Activities/Activity/Club Sponsor Date Posted: 3/4/2025 Location: Glenbard North Date Available: 25-26...

Product Design Engineering Supervisor

  • Lisle, IL (9 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lisle, IL (9 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Engineering or similar engineering related field Working knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA), GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and concepts 5+ years' experience in mechanical product...

Technical Training Specialist - Chief Engineer

  • Lisle, IL (9 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lisle, IL (9 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Position Overview International is seeking a highly skilled Technical Training Specialist - Chief Engineer to join our dynamic Product Development team....

Principal Engineer, Safety - Chemical, Nuclear or

  • Burr Ridge, IL (17 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Burr Ridge, IL (17 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 7 days ago

at Westinghouse Electric Company in Burr Ridge, Illinois, United States Job Description Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean...

Technical Director, Environmental Engineer - PFAS Remediation SME (Director Level)

  • Rolling Meadows, IL (23 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL (23 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 8 days ago

ERM is seeking a Technical Director to join our Site Investigation and Remediation (SIR) technical team. In this role, you will provide technical strategy and project assistance on Per- and...

Technical Director Assistant - North

  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Position Type: Activities/ Activity/Club Sponsor Date Posted: 3/4/2025 Location: Glenbard North Date Available: 25-26 District:   Glenbard Township High School District 87    Position...

Technical Director Assistant - East

  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Position Type: Activities/ Activity/Club Sponsor Date Posted: 3/4/2025 Location: Glenbard East District:   Glenbard Township High School District 87    Position Technical Director...

Technical Director - West

  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Position Type: Activities/ Activity/Club Sponsor Date Posted: 3/4/2025 Location: Glenbard West Date Available: 25-26 District:   Glenbard Township High School District 87    Position...

Technical Director - North

  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Position Type: Activities/ Activity/Club Sponsor Date Posted: 3/4/2025 Location: Glenbard North Date Available: 25-26 District:   Glenbard Township High School District 87    Position...

Senior Process Engineer

  • Joliet, IL (17 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Joliet, IL (17 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Our esteemed client in Joliet, IL is actively searching for a talented Senior Process Engineer to join their dynamic team. This exciting opportunity is a 12-month contract position offering a...

Engineer, Sr Project

  • La Grange, IL (21 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • La Grange, IL (21 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Job Purpose The purpose of this position is to contribute to the design, development and manufacturing of world class rail products and services vital to our customer's needs through the...

CTS Principal Engineer- Cast

  • Rosemont, IL (23 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (23 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Hydro Aluminium Metal a leading supplier of extrusion ingots, sheet ingots, foundry alloys, wire rods and high-purity aluminum with a global production network of around 5,000 employees. With...

Demographic Data for Aurora, IL

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Aurora, IL

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Aurora, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.7%
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 Aurora, IL
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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