Director of Engineering Jobs in California

A Director of Engineering in the manufacturing engineering industry is primarily responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of engineering projects, strategies, and practices. They are the link between the senior management and the engineering team, ensuring that all projects align with the company's strategic goals. The Director of Engineering implements policies that promote efficiency and quality, manages resources, reduces costs, and ensures safety. They also play a key role in recruiting and training engineering staff, developing budgets, and establishing project timelines.

Important skills for a Director of Engineering include strong leadership, analytical thinking, problem-solving, project management, and excellent communication. They should also have extensive knowledge of engineering principles, processes, and technology relevant to the manufacturing industry. A strong background in automation and robotics can be beneficial. Some certifications, such as the Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE) or a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, can be advantageous. Prior to becoming a Director of Engineering, an individual might serve in roles such as Senior Engineer, Project Manager, or even Engineering Manager.

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Engineering Project Manager, Deployment & Manufacturing

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Description Description As a Deployment & Manufacturing Engineering Project Manager, you will:* Plan and execute deployment activities for both internal (e.g. labs, AIS teams, Apple partners) and external...

Senior Structural Project Manager, CFS

  • Redwood City, CA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Redwood City, CA
  • 10 hours ago

Proficiency in relevant software and tools used in structural engineering and project management, such as computer-aided design (CAD) software....

Supply Chain Project Manager (Manufacturing)

  • San Jose, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 19 hours ago

We are searching for a Project Manager to work onsite with one of our clients in the Santa Clara area. This individual will be starting on a contract basis to support this group with manufacturing...

Director, Engineering Operations. Job in Santa Ana Gr8Jobs

  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 1 day ago

Job Overview Leading the Engineering department and reporting to the General Manager, the Director, Engineering Operations provides leadership, vision and support for the engineering team....

Engineering Manager, Systems Engineering

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Collaborate with individuals in Program Management, Project Management, Proposal Management, and Design Engineering to establish consensus-based solutions and plans....

Senior Project Manager- Industrial/ Manufacturing Construction

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

Company Description From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full...

Quality Engineering Manager

  • Fremont, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Fremont, CA
  • 1 day ago

Company Overview We are a specialized provider of conformal coating services for printed circuit boards (PCBs), supporting mission-critical applications in the aerospace, defense, drone, and space...

Lead Manufacturing Engineer

  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 2 days ago

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Lead Manufacturing Engineering, you will be responsible for leading a manufacturing engineering team over a set of Anduril's products to drive process improvements, ensure the highest...

Platform Software Engineering Manager

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 3 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS You'll have Masters degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science, with evidence of exceptional ability, or equivalent. 15+ years of experience on embedded...

Packaging Project Manager

  • Azusa, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Azusa, CA
  • 4 days ago

A packaging company in the Azusa, California area is seeking an experienced Packaging Project Manager to lead packaging projects from start to finish. This full-time, in-office role is responsible...

Cable Harness Manufacturing Engineering Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES: Coordinate closely with program office, design engineering, manufacturing, quality, production, and material planning to ensure cost and schedule needs of all internal and...

Engineering Manager III

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

Expertise or significant experience in systems engineering, industrial process engineering, nuclear engineering, or mechanical engineering....

Engineering Manager

  • Gardena, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Gardena, CA
  • 4 days ago

Position Summary: The Continuous Improvement and Manufacturing Engineering Manager oversees the entire process control function of the organization including Manufacturing Engineering, Continuous Improvement...

Reliability Engineering Manager

  • Mountain View, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA
  • 4 days ago

What you'll have: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field. 8+ years of hands-on experience working in Reliability, Compliance, or...

Mechanical Engineering Manager

  • San Jose, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 5 days ago

Qualifications: 5 + years experience Mechanical Design experience Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent Mechanical experience) P.E. preferred Commercial Design-Build Excellent leadership...

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Salary for Director of Engineering Jobs in California

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Director of Engineering positions.



Highest Education Level

Director of Engineerings in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.8%
Master's Degree
35.5%
Associate's Degree
5.6%
Doctorate Degree
5.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.3%
High School or GED
2.2%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Director of Engineerings in California
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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