Chief Engineer Jobs in Irving, 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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Sr Engineer Process

  • Irving, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 45+ days ago

At least ten years of experience in process design engineering, employee training and practical field experience, in commissioning and plant auditing within the cement production industry....

Lead Engineer, Information Security (IVM) - Remote

  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 2 hours ago

Logistics at full potential. At GXO, we're constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work...

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 2 hours ago

., SolidWorks, AutoCAD). Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD). Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail....

MuleSoft API Principal Engineer

  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 3 hours ago

Job Title: MuleSoft API Principal Engineer Location: TX - Dallas/Irving What you'll do: We are seeking a highly experienced MuleSoft Principal Engineer II with 12+ years of expertise in API...

Technical Director-Temp

  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 5 hours ago

ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM: TelevisaUnivision Dallas is looking for a Technical Director to join our team! Univision Dallas is looking for a creative Technical Director who will be tasked with the...

AVP, Marketing Automation Principal Engineer

  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 6 hours ago

Marketing Automation Lead This role will be responsible for project managing and developing Email campaigns and programs on Salesforce Marketing Cloud. Successful candidate will execute campaigns,...

Principal Engineer - Digital Product Catalog

  • Irving, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 1 day ago

.** In the role of the Principal Engineer-Software Development, you will be leading the development project team members and providing technical leadership across multiple customer-facing digital channels...

VP / Director - DevOps Principal Engineer

  • Irving, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 1 day ago

OneMain Financial is seeking a Vice President, Director serving as the Principal Engineer for DevOps. As OneMain expands its market verticals, a multi-product strategy is evolving to penetrate...

Principal Engineer - Analytics, Reporting & BI Cybersecurity

  • Westlake, TX (20 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westlake, TX (20 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Wells Fargo is seeking a Principal Engineer. This is a hybrid position. There is no Visa sponsorship or Visa transfers. The role is seated in the cities where the req is posted. Job Summary We are...

Sr. Principal Engineer

  • Plano, TX (20 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Plano, TX (20 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Who we are Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world's most admired brands, Toyota is...

Sr Principal Engineer, Product Cybersecurity (Sr Principal Golang Developer)-CCS

  • Plano, TX (20 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Plano, TX (20 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Key/Primary Responsibilities Technical leadership in our cloud software development....

Senior Mechanical Engineer (10+ years)

  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (8 miles from Irving, 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.)...

Lead Engineer 1 Engineering Tools

  • Fort Worth, TX (22 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (22 miles from Irving, 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...

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Principal Engineer - AI QA Test Automation

  • Irving, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 4 days ago

When you join Verizon** You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely - even if they're daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we...

Embedded Hardware Principal Engineer

  • Richardson, TX (16 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Richardson, TX (16 miles from Irving, TX)
  • 5 days ago

The staff engineer works in cross functional teams with other designers, customers, manufacturing engineering and project leadership to ensure robust and high quality product development....

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Salary for Chief Engineer Jobs in Irving, TX

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Highest Education Level

Chief Engineers in Irving, 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 Irving, 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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