Chief Engineer Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

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

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago

Experience Required: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. 3+ years of experience in product design and development, ideally within fuel cells, energy systems,...

Senior Engineer, NPD Procurement

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 3 days ago

At Smith+Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living....

Lead Engineer 2 - Electrical Component

  • Charleroi, PA (15 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Charleroi, PA (15 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Description Summary This Lead Electrical Component Engineer position is to provide the Engineering Department, as well as other departments, with technical support related to high voltage...

Principal Engineer, Team Lead- Data Platform

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 6 days ago

Mission Summary We are seeking a talented Principal Engineer to lead a team by building, improving, and maintaining robust large scale data processing and transformation pipelines. The team is...

Principal Engineer

  • Canonsburg, PA (15 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Canonsburg, PA (15 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Description This role is open to candidates within the Pennsylvania, Virginia, or Maryland NiSource territory. Job Summary Lead complex and non-recurring special projects, initiatives and teams....

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...

Senior Engineering Manager - North America

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 8 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 8 days ago

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related field....

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 12 days ago

This position will allow the candidate to apply his or her knowledge in areas such as mechanical design, stress analysis and hydraulic system design to provide direction and mentorship to projects and...

Senior Mechanical Engineer (Multiple Openings)

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 13 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 13 days ago

Must know (from any completed university-level courses, seminars, workshops, or real-world hands-on experience): 3D modeling software (Creo or Autodesk Inventor); AutoCAD; Finite Element Analysis (FEA...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 14 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 14 days ago

Must know (from any completed university-level courses, seminars, workshops, or real-world hands-on experience): 3D modeling software (Creo or Autodesk Inventor); AutoCAD; Finite Element Analysis (FEA...

Senior Mechanical Engineer - MEP

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 16 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 16 days ago

Qualifications and responsibilities for this Senior Mechanical Engineer position include: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering (mechanical focus)....

Cyber - SDC - Data Engineering/SIEM Lead Engineer - Manager - Location OPEN

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 17 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 17 days ago

At EY, youll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And were counting on your...

Senior Engineering Manager

  • Leetsdale, PA (21 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Leetsdale, PA (21 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 20 days ago

BS Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from ABET/EAC accredited University. At least three years experience in a manager or supervisory capacity. Microsoft experience (Word and Excel)....

Data Pipeline Lead Engineer I

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 21 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 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

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 21 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 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...

Demographic Data for Pittsburgh, PA

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Pittsburgh, PA 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 Pittsburgh, PA
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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