Senior Engineer Jobs in Elmhurst, 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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Product Manager, Generative AI Applications (Lead Engineer II)

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering...

Senior Engineering Manager - Master Data

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Introduction Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which also includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands - Food Lion,...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Markham, IL (24 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Markham, IL (24 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Coordinate and be responsible for mechanical engineering drawings and specifications. Prepare technical specifications and documents for bidding and construction....

Senior Engineer, Solutions Engineering, CMP

  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Job Title: Senior Engineer, Solutions Engineering, CMP Job Description: Senior Engineer, Solutions Engineering, CMP THE ROLE Entegris is currently seeking a Senior Engineer to join our CMP Solutions...

Senior Engineer, Solutions Engineering (Remote) - 362727_IL

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 4 days ago

studies Research root cause of issues - recommend improvements in existing processes and implement action plans Facility visits/support Represent your solutions to senior management and clients What...

Remote Work

Senior Industrial Engineer, Automation & Innovation - 362735_IL

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 4 days ago

As the Senior Engineer, Automation & Innovation you will be responsible for identifying facility design and personnel requirements to help keep our operations running smoothly....

Technical Director - North

  • Glen Ellyn, IL (6 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (6 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Openings as of 3/7/2025 Technical Director - North JobID: 10020 Position Type: Activities/Activity/Club Sponsor Date Posted: 3/4/2025 Location: Glenbard North Date Available: 25-26 Position...

Senior Engineer, Solutions Engineering

  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 6 days ago

at Entegris Inc in Aurora, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Title: Senior Engineer, Solutions Engineering Job Description: Job Description Summary Entegris is seeking a Senior Materials Solutions...

Technical Director Assistant - North

  • Glen Ellyn, IL (6 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (6 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Openings as of 3/7/2025 Technical Director Assistant - North JobID: 10021 Position Type: Activities/Activity/Club Sponsor Date Posted: 3/4/2025 Location: Glenbard North Date Available: 25-26...

Product Design Engineering Supervisor

  • Lisle, IL (10 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lisle, IL (10 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Engineering or similar engineering related field Working knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA), GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and concepts 5+ years' experience in mechanical product...

Technical Training Specialist - Chief Engineer

  • Lisle, IL (10 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lisle, IL (10 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Position Overview International is seeking a highly skilled Technical Training Specialist - Chief Engineer to join our dynamic Product Development team. In this pivotal role, you will lead the...

Principal Engineer, Safety - Chemical, Nuclear or

  • Burr Ridge, IL (10 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Burr Ridge, IL (10 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 7 days ago

at Westinghouse Electric Company in Burr Ridge, Illinois, United States Job Description Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean...

Engineering Project Leader

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Reporting to the Director of Engineering, as the Engineering Project Leader you will oversee engineering projects, with varying levels of complexity, from conception to completion. You'll manage...

Remote Work

Technical Director, Environmental Engineer - PFAS Remediation SME (Director Level)

  • Rolling Meadows, IL (13 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL (13 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 8 days ago

ERM is seeking a Technical Director to join our Site Investigation and Remediation (SIR) technical team. In this role, you will provide technical strategy and project assistance on Per- and...

Senior Engineering Manager - North America

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related field....

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Salary for Senior Engineer Jobs in Elmhurst, IL

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Highest Education Level

Senior Engineers in Elmhurst, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.7%
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 Elmhurst, 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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