Chief Engineer Jobs in Houston, TX

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

  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago

** + BS in Mechanical Engineering AND 10 years of experience working in chemical industries required. + 10 years of plant experience as a mechanical engineer. + Strong experience in a similar role working...

Engineering Supervisor

  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago

As a Hyatt Regency Baytown colleague, you will enjoy the following benefits: Free room nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with only 30-day...

Sr Application Engineering Supervisor

  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago

$204k Per Year Position range in Harris County $105k - $190k Per Year Sr Application Engineering Supervisor (Confidential) Occupation: Computer and Information Systems Managers Location: Houston,...

Senior Mechanical Engineer (10+ years)

  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago

Requirements Include: Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from an accredited college or university. Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.)...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Stafford, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Stafford, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Perform engineering analyses of components and systems using finite element analysis (FEA), computational fluid dynamics (CFD), classical hand calculations, and other methods....

Head of Engineering & Commissioning 1 - Americas

  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago

About the Role Location United States of America Texas Houston Country: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA State/Province/County: Georgia City: Alpharetta Remote vs. Office Hybrid (Remote/Office) Company...

Lead Engineer 1 Engineering Tools

  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 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

Lead Engineer

  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 days ago

Knowledge Skills and Abilities BS Mechanical Engineering or related degree as the individual needs to have technical knowledge to understand and support RS Product line....

Senior Process Engineer

  • Houston, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 5 days ago

Engineering, or related discipline required (advanced degree strongly preferred) 5+ years of Industrial Chemical process OR Water Treatment process experience required KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE: Experience...

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Relocation

  • Houston, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 5 days ago

Essential Skills HVAC experience SolidWorks or other 3D modeling experience Mechanical Engineering Project Management Engineering Management Mechanical Design Strong leadership skills Excellent communication...

Technical Director - Bridge Group

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career...

Principal Engineer (8356212)

  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 7 days ago

Develops organization-wide architectures and methodologies for design and development of complex products, platforms, systems, software, and technology across multiple engineering disciplines,...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago

mechanical engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria....

Sr. Principal Engineer I Job

  • Houston, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 9 days ago

Provides technical leadership and actively participates in or leads corporate initiatives. Messaging, presentations and written reporting to business unit president....

Senior Process Engineer

  • Houston, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 9 days ago

& engineering standards & procedures, schedules and budget, with a continuous concern for quality standards, targets and customer satisfaction....

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Houston, TX

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Houston, TX 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 Houston, TX
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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