Senior Engineer Jobs in Knoxville, TN

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

  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Nuclear Projects and Consulting is seeking an experienced chemical engineer resource to fill a Process Engineering opening in Oak Ridge, TN. The Process Engineer will be part of a team of...

Field Engineering Supervisor - Welding (16722)

  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Location: Oak Ridge, TN Job Title: Field Engineering Supervisor - Welding Career Level From: Supervisor Career Level To: Organization: Field Engineering (50001527) Job Specialty: Construction What...

Field Engineering Supervisor - Electrical (16721)

  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Location: Oak Ridge, TN Job Title: Field Engineering Supervisor - Electrical Career Level From: Supervisor Career Level To: Organization: Field Engineering (50001527) Job Specialty: Construction...

Technical Director

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 5 days ago

Technical Director The Media Services Department at Johnson University Tennessee invites applications for the position of Technical Director. Applicants for this position should submit a cover...

Senior Engineer Energy - Remote

  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 5 days ago

We are seeking a Senior Engineer Energy Remote. This remote position is based out of our Oak Ridge, TN office....

Remote Work

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 19 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 19 days ago

of study Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience Relevant experience may include: Rotordynamics Dynamic testing Digital signal processing (DSP) Software development in Python Finite element analysis...

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 20 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 20 days ago

The Advanced Manufacturing Engineering role is intended for dynamic individuals who can leverage a broad range of technical knowledge and experience in an electronic and electro-mechanical engineering...

Senior Engineer (I&C)

  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 45+ days ago

AIS is seeking an I&C Engineer to join our team in Oak Ridge, TN. The successful candidate will be required to perform engineering calculations and analysis within the scope of Instrumentation and...

Senior Process Engineer

  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 25 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 25 days ago

Job Profile Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, nuclear engineering, material science, material science engineering, mechanical engineering, or another related field....

Chief Engineer / Building Code Official

  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 45+ days ago

., B.S. in Mechanical Engineering). Licensed Professional Engineer (by exam)....

Lead Engineer l Hilton l Knoxville TN

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 60+ days ago

The Lead Maintenance Engineer is responsible for assisting with the operation maintenance service and repair of equipment as assigned. Directs and supervises the Maintenance staff as requested by...

Senior Engineer - Physical

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 90+ days ago

As a Senior Engineer, this individual will be expected to be skilled in all aspects of Physical Substation design and able to thoroughly evaluate Physical design project packages for adherence to standards...

Demographic Data for Knoxville, TN

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Salary for Senior Engineer Jobs in Knoxville, TN

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Highest Education Level

Senior Engineers in Knoxville, TN 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 Knoxville, TN
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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