Chief Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Tandem Foods

Team Lead Food Production

Tandem Foods is seeking a skilled Team Production Line Lead to join our team at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Pittsburgh, PA. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys...

Make your mark at Comcast -- a Fortune 30 global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, we reach hundreds of...

Principal Engineer

  • Audubon, PA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Audubon, PA
  • 21 hours ago

Flexible Work Arrangement - Hybrid**** **The generation department at PJM is at the forefront of innovation in the power generation industry. Our mission is to maintain grid reliability through...

Senior (Senior PM) or Principal Engineer - Remediation

  • Blue Bell, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Blue Bell, PA
  • 1 day ago

Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.We invest in...

Principal Engineer - Water/Wastewater

  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 1 day ago

Principal Engineer - Water/WastewaterLocationUS-PA-Bethlehem | US-DE-WilmingtonJob ID6769# Positions1CategoryWater/WastewaterWHY CHA?Finding a better way.At CHA, we believe in the power of clean...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Monroeville, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Monroeville, PA
  • 3 days ago

Location: 2790 Mosside Boulevard, Suite 840, Monroeville, PA, 15146, United States Base Pay: $115000.00 - $145000.00 / Year Job Category: Facilities Employee Type: Full-Time Exempt Required...

Senior Process Engineer

  • Reading, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Reading, PA
  • 4 days ago

Requirements of the Job: Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, Materials, or Electrical Engineering, or an alternate Engineering degree with equivalent experience will also be...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Monroeville, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Monroeville, PA
  • 4 days ago

**Requirements** The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 10-15+ years of diverse consulting engineering experience on municipal, commercial, private, and/or...

Principal Engineer

  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 4 days ago

What you can expect from Optiv A company committed to championing Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion through our Employee Resource Groups. Work/life balance Professional training resources...

Remote Work

Senior Engineering Manager - Salesforce

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 4 days ago

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than...

Remote Work

Lead Engineer 1 Engineering Tools

  • Imperial, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Imperial, PA
  • 4 days ago

Summary** This description outlines the responsibilities and tasks of the IMA Tools software lead. The software lead's basic function is to provide guidance and support for software engineering...

Remote Work

Senior Engineering Manager

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 4 days ago

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

Associate Technical Director - Clinical Trials

  • Worcester, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Worcester, PA
  • 5 days ago

Company Description The work we do at Eurofins Professional Scientific Services matters, and so do our employees. At Eurofins PSS, we put a focus on your professional growth. We provide our...

Agile Systems Engineering Department Head

  • University Park, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • University Park, PA
  • 6 days ago

leadership in systems engineering and design of complex systems Active SECRET security clearance Preferred skills/knowledge include: Top Secret security clearance or above Your working location will...

Continuous Improvement Sr Engineer

  • Hershey, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Hershey, PA
  • 7 days ago

Qualifications: Minimum of 4+ years of relevant experience Bachelors Degree in Chemical Engineering, Biological/Food/Agricultural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or another related field Preference...

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturingEngineers research efforts.

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
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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