Senior Engineer Jobs in Norfolk, VA

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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Sr Principal Engineer Software

  • Newport News, VA (17 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newport News, VA (17 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 1 day ago

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 1 day ago

BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or in appropriate discipline and eight (8) to twelve (12) years related engineering experience, or MS degree and seven (7) to ten (10) years of related engineering...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 3 days ago

BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or in appropriate discipline and eight (8) to twelve (12) years related engineering experience, or MS degree and seven (7) to ten (10) years of related engineering...

Engineering Supervisor

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 3 days ago

Engineering Team Leader - Norfolk - 62,000 + Benefits Permanent Night Shift (Sunday to Thursday) We're working with a well-established food manufacturer in Norfolk who are looking for an...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 5 days ago

Must have an Accreditation Board for Engineers and Technology (ABET) Bachelor's degree in a Mechanical engineering program....

Must have technical leadership ability....

Senior Engineer

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 28 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 28 days ago

Responsibilities for this Position Senior Engineer Date: Mar 18, 2025 Location: Norfolk, VA, US, 23523 National Steel and Shipbuilding Com General Dynamics NASSCO is a proud member of the General Dynamics...

Principal Engineer/Area Manager (Land Development)

  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 90+ days ago

About Us Groundbreaker. Game changer. Pioneer. TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative...

Senior Engineer (PE) - Solid Waste

  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 45+ days ago

About Us Groundbreaker. Game changer. Pioneer. TRC has consistently set the standard for clients needing more than just engineering services by blending scientific expertise with cutting-edge...

Intermediate Environmental Remediation Field Lead (Engineer/Geologist) Virginia Beach, VA

  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 60+ days ago

Intermediate Environmental Remediation Field Lead (Engineer/Geologist) - Virginia Beach, VA Location Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States Capabilities Environmental Office Setup Hybrid Job ID...

Manufacturing Sr Engineer II

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 60+ days ago

engineering experience in a regulated industry (pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, aerospace, automotive, etc.) preferred Knowledge in Lean Principles and or Six Sigma or other problem-solving...

Lead Engineer - Electrical Component

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 90+ days ago

Working with the Mechanical Engineering team, the ICE engineer is responsible for the design of the control and automation strategy for the system....

IA Technical Director

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 90+ days ago

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. Thats why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the...

Principal Engineer/Area Manager

  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 90+ days ago

About Us Groundbreaker. Game changer. Pioneer. TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative...

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Salary for Senior Engineer Jobs in Norfolk, VA

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Highest Education Level

Senior Engineers in Norfolk, VA 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 Norfolk, VA
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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