Chief Engineer Jobs in Cottage Grove, MN

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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Process Sustaining Senior Engineer

  • Bloomington, MN (17 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Bloomington, MN (17 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 8 hours ago

Process Sustaining Senior Engineer 2401 E 86th St, Bloomington, MN 55425, USA Req #1742 Friday, March 14, 2025 Bold Thinking. World Changing. At SkyWater, our ingenuity helps improve lives around...

Airborne Systems Senior Engineering Manager -Systems

  • Bloomington, MN (17 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bloomington, MN (17 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 1 day ago

As the SEM, you will work with Program Managers, Chief Engineer, and program engineering leads to make critical decisions on architecture, design, and technology choices and be the technical beacon...

Airborne Systems Senior Engineering Manager -Software

  • Bloomington, MN (17 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bloomington, MN (17 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 1 day ago

As the SEM, you will work with Program Managers, Chief Engineer, and program engineering leads to make critical decisions on architecture, design, and technology choices and be the technical beacon...

Airborne Systems Senior Engineering Manager - Program Technical Leadership

  • Bloomington, MN (17 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bloomington, MN (17 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 1 day ago

As the SEM, you will work with Program Managers, Chief Engineer, and program engineering leads to make critical decisions on architecture, design, and technology choices and be the technical beacon...

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Commercial

  • Minneapolis, MN (20 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (20 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 2 days ago

EDUCATION Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required. Professional Engineering Registration....

Senior Manufacturing Technology Engineer

  • Maplewood, MN (14 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Maplewood, MN (14 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 4 days ago

Job Description: Manufacturing Technology Specialist Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and...

Principal Engineer

  • Saint Paul, MN (12 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (12 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 5 days ago

Lumen Principal Engineer in Saint Paul , Minnesota About Lumen Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications - quickly, securely, and...

Senior Engineering Manager - Machine Vision Inspection Systems

  • Minneapolis, MN (20 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (20 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 5 days ago

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 21 Mar 2025 At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare...

Senior Process Engineer - Laser

  • Minneapolis, MN (20 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (20 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 6 days ago

ManpowerGroup Senior Process Engineer - Laser in Minneapolis , Minnesota Manpower Engineering is partnering with a manufacturing leader in Tomah, WI for a Senior Process Engineer - Laser Cutting...

Senior Process Engineer - Lamination

  • Saint Paul, MN (12 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (12 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 6 days ago

ManpowerGroup Senior Process Engineer - Lamination in St Paul , Minnesota Manpower Engineering is partnering with a manufacturing leader in Tomah, WI for a Senior Process Engineer - Lamination....

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • South Saint Paul, MN (7 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 7 days ago
  • South Saint Paul, MN (7 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 7 days ago

and mechanical design Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles Ability to develop and evaluate product designs Experience in project engineering and product engineering Additional...

Senior Mechanical Engineer - CMTA Midwest

  • Minneapolis, MN (20 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (20 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 7 days ago

Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Licenses/Certifications required): Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering. P.E....

Site Lead Engineer

  • Cottage Grove, MN
  • 7 days ago
  • Cottage Grove, MN
  • 7 days ago

Seven or more years in manufacturing, engineering, or environmental, health, and safety leadership experience....

Technology Development Principal Engineer

  • Bloomington, MN (17 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bloomington, MN (17 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 7 days ago

Technology Development Principal Engineer 2401 E 86th St, Bloomington, MN 55425, USA Req #1722 Thursday, March 6, 2025 Bold Thinking. World Changing. At SkyWater, our ingenuity helps improve lives...

Sr Engineer - Advanced Data Storage (Early Career)

  • Bloomington, MN (17 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bloomington, MN (17 miles from Cottage Grove, MN)
  • 8 days ago

About our group: The Advanced Data Storage and Memory Devices group is responsible for guiding component and system design for the Company's ten-year product roadmap - providing insight that...

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Cottage Grove, MN

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Cottage Grove, MN 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 Cottage Grove, MN
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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