Senior Engineer Jobs in Des Plaines, IL

A Senior Engineer in the manufacturing engineering industry is responsible for the design, development, testing, and evaluation of integrated systems for managing industrial production processes. This includes human work factors, quality control, inventory control, logistics and material flow, cost analysis, and production coordination. Their duties may also involve improving manufacturing processes and advancing product design, often utilizing innovative technology. They ensure that manufacturing procedures follow safety and environmental regulations.

Essential skills for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer include excellent problem-solving abilities, analytical skills, leadership abilities, and project management experience. Proficiency with CAD software and other engineering tools is also necessary. They should have a deep understanding of lean manufacturing principles and six sigma methodologies. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required, and a Master's degree or Professional Engineer (PE) certification is often preferred. Prior roles that lead to a Senior Engineer position might include Junior Engineer, Process Engineer, or Project Engineer.

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Senior Process Engineer

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (6 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (6 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Purpose of the role: Visit Ardagh Facilities as required to implement upgrades, give equipment and process support, training and problem solving to help the plants achieve maximum efficiency,...

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Relocation

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

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

Senior Mechanical Engineer Analyst 1 (Power Uprates) - Nuclear

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago

. + Knowledge of the practical application of mechanical engineering and technology including applying systems, principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to a project design. + Strong interest...

Sr Principal Engineer Systems

  • Schaumburg, IL (9 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (9 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to...

Lead Engineer II/Engineering Lead II

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Resource Innovations Inc. in Chicago, IL seeks Lead Engineer II/Engineering Lead II. Establish and maintain a professional client relationship, including identifying and anticipating client EE...

Lead Engineer

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Engineer to oversee our DC decommission. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full,...

Senior Mechanical Engineer 2 (Power Uprates) - Nuclear

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Working knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations that apply to mechanical engineering design of nuclear power plants. Proficiency with MS Office applications....

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Qualifications: Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field. Experience working on consumer electronics or other products rated for high levels of ingress protection....

Lead Engineer, Application Development (Java) - Hybrid, High Point, NC

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 3 days 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...

Senior Engineer, Sustaining

  • Vernon Hills, IL (13 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL (13 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 3 days ago

The Senior Engineer is responsible for ensuring that products are designed for manufacturing and that robust processes are in place to scale up manufacturing for commercialization....

Principal Engineer

  • Lake Zurich, IL (13 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lake Zurich, IL (13 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary Experienced Engineering position, under minimal supervision participates in designing, coding, documenting, testing and maintenance of real-time embedded software and accessory...

Engineering Project Leader - Ultrasound Probe Refurbishment

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Desired Characteristics Demonstrated experience with design, manufacturing, and/or repair of ultrasound probes or transducers....

CTS Principal Engineer - Extrusion

  • Rosemont, IL (3 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (3 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Hydro Aluminium Metal a leading supplier of extrusion ingots, sheet ingots, foundry alloys, wire rods and high-purity aluminum with a global production network of around 5,000 employees. With...

Senior Manufacturing Equipment Engineer

  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 7 days ago

Des Plaines : DP01 ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: No MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2...

Senior Industrial Engineer, Warehouse Design - Remote

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 7 days ago

As the Senior Engineer, Warehouse Design, you will be responsible for leading the development of a design package that may include material flow diagrams, facility layouts, material handling equipment...

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Salary for Senior Engineer Jobs in Des Plaines, IL

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Highest Education Level

Senior Engineers in Des Plaines, IL 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 Senior Engineers in Des Plaines, IL
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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