Senior Engineer Jobs in Virginia

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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Lead Engineer Technician

  • Richmond, VA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 2 hours ago

Overview EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION: Significant construction or engineering work experience preferred with the ability to understand construction means and methods. Progressive development in areas...

Engineer Mechanical/Principal Engineer Mechanical

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 6 hours ago

STC tasks include system design, engineering development, system integration, hands-on build and test, field operations and maintenance, training, and production....

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 2 days ago

Provide timely manufacturing engineering support to resolve complex issues requiring technical guidance independently....

Clinical Engineering Supervisor - VCUHS Main Campus -Days

  • Richmond, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 2 days ago

The Clinical Engineering Supervisor leads a team of technicians in the maintenance and repair of medical equipment, providing staff development, workload organization, customer support, and...

Associate Director Manufacturing Operations

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 2 days ago

Strategize and design manufacturing plans, balancing tactical and strategic demands considering schedules, equipment efficiency, materials supply constraints and staffing requirements to meet operational...

Principal/Manufacturing Engineer - Space Systems NEW

  • Sterling, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sterling, VA
  • 2 days ago

Principal/Manufacturing Engineer - Space Systems Northrop Grumman Today Secret Unspecified None IT - Software Sterling, VA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) Requisition ID: R10187648 Category: Engineering...

Senior Engineer, Industrial Water

  • Richmond, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 2 days ago

Senior Engineer, Industrial Water - ( 240003UB ) Description Many of the world's top engineers and scientists come together in our Water business because they view a community's interaction with water...

Field Engineer Sr. /Aegis Training Support NEW

  • Dahlgren, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Dahlgren, VA
  • 2 days ago

Field Engineer Sr. /Aegis Training Support Lockheed Martin View Employer's ProfileFOLLOW EMPLOYER Today Secret Unspecified Unspecified Engineering - Systems Dahlgren, VA (ON-SITE/OFFICE) Job...

Electrical Engineer, Senior

  • Fort Belvoir, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Belvoir, VA
  • 3 days ago

Amentum is now hiring for several exciting positions in support of the Prototyping Integration Facility (PIF) of the Command, Control, Communication, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance...

Electrical Engineer Sr. Specialist

  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 3 days ago

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers mission and quest...

Associate Director Manufacturing Operations

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 4 days ago

Strategize and design manufacturing plans, balancing tactical and strategic demands considering schedules, equipment efficiency, materials supply constraints and staffing requirements to meet operational...

Principal Engineer

  • Richmond, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 4 days ago

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

Lead Engineer

  • Arlington, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 4 days ago

Computer World Services Corp. (CWS) is seeking qualified candidates to support an engineering effort in the National Capital Region (NCR). The work scope is to plan, design, test, build,...

Senior Engineer, Environmental, Health, and Safety

  • Hopewell, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Hopewell, VA
  • 6 days ago

General Description: The primary focus of the Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Engineer/Senior Engineer position is to support BeiGene Hopewell Campus EHS programs....

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Salary for Senior Engineer Jobs in Virginia

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Highest Education Level

Senior Engineers in Virginia 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 Virginia
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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