Chief Engineer Jobs in Omaha, NE

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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Engineering Project Leader

  • La Vista, NE (8 miles from Omaha, NE)
  • 7 days ago
  • La Vista, NE (8 miles from Omaha, NE)
  • 7 days ago

Reporting to the Director of Engineering, as the Engineering Project Leader you will oversee engineering projects, with varying levels of complexity, from conception to completion. You'll manage...

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Engineering Project Leader

  • Omaha, NE
  • 8 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 8 days ago

Reporting to the Director of Engineering, as the Engineering Project Leader you will oversee engineering projects, with varying levels of complexity, from conception to completion. You'll manage...

Remote Work

Technical Director

  • Omaha, NE
  • 8 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 8 days ago

GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION EEO Statement: The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender...

Sr. Engineer II

  • Omaha, NE
  • 9 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 9 days ago

engineering experience Advanced knowledge of MS Office applications Strong leadership and communication skills, both verbal and written Excellent interpersonal skills including listening, coaching,...

Senior Engineer, Product (Cyclotron Engineer)

  • Omaha, NE
  • 14 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 14 days ago

Cardinal Health PET Manufacturing Services is responsible for manufacturing PET isotopes to enhance patient treatment through improved disease diagnosis, staging, and monitoring. Leveraging our...

Lead Engineer

  • Bellevue, NE (9 miles from Omaha, NE)
  • 15 days ago
  • Bellevue, NE (9 miles from Omaha, NE)
  • 15 days ago

Title: Lead Engineer Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR's National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence...

Data Pipeline Lead Engineer I

  • Omaha, NE
  • 21 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 21 days ago

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering...

Event Management Admin/Lead Engineer I

  • Omaha, NE
  • 21 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 21 days ago

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering...

Senior Engineer, IoT

  • Omaha, NE
  • 29 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 29 days ago

Senior IoT Engineer Organization Summary Lindsay Corporation is a global company, headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, focused on providing irrigation and infrastructure solutions to meet the needs...

Head of Engineering and Maintenance

  • Blair, NE (23 miles from Omaha, NE)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Blair, NE (23 miles from Omaha, NE)
  • 45+ days ago

REQUIREMENTS B.S. or M.S. in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or related engineering degree is required Min. 10 years of experience in process and manufacturing plants....

New Technology Principal Engineer Industrial Automation

  • Omaha, NE
  • 60+ days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 60+ days ago

Reporting to the Sr Director of Engineering, New Technology, the New Technology Principal Engineer, Industrial Automation will research, create and develop new manufacturing technologies. These...

New Technology Principal Engineer - Process

  • Omaha, NE
  • 60+ days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 60+ days ago

Reporting to the Sr Director of Engineering, New Technology, the Principal Process Engineer, New Technology will research, create and develop new manufacturing technologies. These new technologies...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Omaha, NE
  • 90+ days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 90+ days ago

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology....

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Omaha, NE

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Omaha, NE 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 Omaha, NE
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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