Senior Engineer Jobs in New Jersey

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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Chief Engineer

  • Birmingham, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • Birmingham, NJ
  • 9 days ago

We are in search of a highly skilled Chief Engineer to join our dynamic team in Camden NJ! *MUST have New Jersey Black Seal license* If youre looking for an opportunity with a competitive benefits...

Senior Mechanical Engineer - HVAC

  • Egg Harbor Township, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Egg Harbor Township, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications: BS in Mechanical Engineering required from an ABET accredited program. Engineer in Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification preferred....

Lead Engineer

  • Rutherford, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Rutherford, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Lead Engineer Our client, a leading financial services company is hiring a Lead Engineer on a long-term contract basis. Job ID 81905 Work Location: Rutherford, NJ Summary: This role is a senior...

Senior Mechanical Engineer - HVAC

  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications: BS in Mechanical Engineering required from an ABET accredited program. Engineer in Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification preferred....

Senior Engineer, Environmental, Health, and Safety

  • Hopewell, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Hopewell, NJ
  • 2 days ago

BeiGene Senior Engineer, Environmental, Health, and Safety in Hopewell , New Jersey General Description: The primary focus of the Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Engineer/Senior Engineer position...

Principal Engineer

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Lumen Principal Engineer in Trenton , New Jersey About Lumen Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications - quickly, securely, and...

Azure Data Platform Principal Engineer

  • Warren, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Warren, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Azure Data Platform Principal Engineer We are looking for Azure Data Platform Princi pal Engineer for our client in Warren, NJ Job Title: Azure Data Platform Pri ncipal Engineer Job Location:...

Principal Engineer

  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 4 days ago

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a Principal Engineer to join our Global Payments & Liquidity Technology (GPLT) Organization as part of a Solutions Architecture and Frameworks...

sr. Engineer Processing

  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Job Title - Sr. Project Engineer, Processing Division: Operations Location: Piscataway, NJ Reports To: Director, Production Who We Are: For more than a century, L'Oreal has devoted its energy,...

Senior Lead Engineer, Testing

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 6 days ago

Majesco Senior Lead Engineer, Testing in Morristown , New Jersey Senior Lead Engineer, Testing Job Overview: The Senior Lead Engineer, Testing will be responsible to lead manual and automated...

Databricks & Azure Data Platform Principal Engineer

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 6 days ago

Databricks & Azure Data Platform Principal Engineer Hi, Our client is looking for a Databricks & Azure Data Platform Principal Engineer with a Long-Term Contract project in JERSEY CITY, NJ...

Data Science Principal Engineer

  • Basking Ridge, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ
  • 6 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 power...

Sr. Engineer - Packaging Development

  • Hackettstown, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Hackettstown, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Job Description: This position is responsible for creating, developing and commercializing packaging initiatives that support core brand growth, efficiency and innovation for Mars Wrigley North...

RHS Advisor - Technical Director

  • Robbinsville, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Robbinsville, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Position Type: Athletics/Activities/Club Advisor Date Posted: 3/5/2025 Location: Robbinsville High School   Additional Information: Show/Hide The following RHS club advisor position is...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Marlboro, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Marlboro, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Essential Skills Proficiency in SolidWorks and Finite Element Analysis using SolidWorks Simulation. Knowledge of metal manufacturing processes including welding, machining, and heat treatment....

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Salary for Senior Engineer Jobs in New Jersey

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Highest Education Level

Senior Engineers in New Jersey 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 New Jersey
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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