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Sterling Engineering Inc.

Director-Engineering

Chicago, IL · Remote

$170K - $200K/yr

Director (Engineering) Location: Remote Hire Type: Direct Compensation: $170,000 - $200,000 Must have Skill Set: Professional Engineer (PE) license, experience with natural gas pipeline and facility ...

Dlapiper

Director, Engineering

Chicago, IL · On-site

Summary The Director, Engineering is responsible for leading the design, development, delivery, modernization, and ongoing support of enterprise technology solutions that enable the firm's legal and ...

Coates Group

Director, Engineering

Chicago, IL · On-site

The Director, Engineering is accountable for enabling high-performing engineering squads to deliver reliable, maintainable, and high-quality software solutions. This role provides technical ...

Coates Group

Director, Engineering

Chicago, IL · On-site

$190K - $210K/yr

The Director, Engineering is accountable for enabling high-performing engineering squads to deliver reliable, maintainable, and high-quality software solutions. This role provides technical ...

Coates Group

Director, Engineering

Chicago, IL · On-site

The Director, Engineering is accountable for enabling high-performing engineering squads to deliver reliable, maintainable, and high-quality software solutions. This role provides technical ...

Zachry Group

Project Director-ENG

Downers Grove, IL

$183K - $266K/yr

ZEC EPC Project Director - Engineering Combined Cycle Power Generation (CCGT/CCPP) Position Summary- The EPC Project Director - Engineering is responsible for the overall engineering leadership ...

Zachry Group

Project Director-ENG

Downers Grove, IL · On-site

$183K - $266K/yr

ZEC EPC Project Director - Engineering Combined Cycle Power Generation (CCGT/CCPP) Position Summary- The EPC Project Director - Engineering is responsible for the overall engineering leadership ...

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for director engineering in Naperville, IL is $194,419.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $141,300.00 and $252,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Director Engineering job openings in Naperville, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $194,419 per year, or $93.5 per hour.

Director-Engineering

Sterling Engineering Inc.

Chicago, IL • Remote

$170K - $200K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 hours ago

Job description

Title: Director (Engineering)

Location: Remote

Hire Type: Direct

Compensation: $170,000 - $200,000


Must have Skill Set: Professional Engineer (PE) license, experience with natural gas pipeline and facility engineering


Overview: We are seeking a strategic Director (Engineering) to lead our functional business unit, driving operational excellence, financial performance, client growth, and team development. This leadership role is responsible for executing company strategy, providing technical leadership, and ensuring compliance with applicable engineering codes and standards while leading a team of Discipline Managers. The ideal candidate will combine deep engineering expertise in natural gas pipelines and facilities with strong business development and financial management capabilities to expand client relationships and business opportunities.


Job Duties:

  • Leads and develops Discipline Managers while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

  • Establishes performance expectations, workflows, and operational standards across the functional area.

  • Aligns business objectives with company strategy and ensures consistent execution.

  • Identifies and resolves operational challenges while promoting best practices and process improvements.

  • Grows existing client relationships and pursues new business opportunities.

  • Supports proposal development, project scoping, estimating, and staffing strategies.

  • Maintains high levels of client satisfaction through proactive communication and quality delivery.