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Brooks Utility Products Engineering Leader Job Type Full Time (Exempt) Location Novi, MI - On-Site Reports To VP / GM Direct Reports 6 About Brooks Utility Products Brooks Utility Products is one of ...

Engineering Leader

New York, NY · On-site

$163K - $215K/yr

You will serve as a strategic partner to engineering, data, and design to lead complex, cross-domain initiatives, ensuring direct alignment with senior leadership on priorities and outcomes. You will ...

Engineering Leader

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$163K - $215K/yr

You will serve as a strategic partner to engineering, data, and design to lead complex, cross-domain initiatives, ensuring direct alignment with senior leadership on priorities and outcomes. You will ...

Engineering Leader

New York, NY · On-site

$163K - $215K/yr

You will serve as a strategic partner to engineering, data, and design to lead complex, cross-domain initiatives, ensuring direct alignment with senior leadership on priorities and outcomes. You will ...

Brooks Utility Products Engineering Leader Job Type Full Time (Exempt) Location Novi, MI - On-Site Reports To VP / GM Direct Reports 6 About Brooks Utility Products Brooks Utility Products is one of ...

Engineering Leader

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$99K - $131K/yr

The Engineering Leader will drive a team comprised of 8-10 engineers (mechanical and electrical) to continuously improve and execute to meet company objectives. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Provide project ...

NY · On-site

$85 - $110/hr

Autoneum is globally leading in acoustic and thermal management for light and commercial vehicles ... Coordinate Plant Process Engineering team. * Ensures the monitoring/management of production and ...

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Engineering Leader

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$112K - $148K/yr

Oscar Health is focused on changing healthcare, and they are seeking an Engineering Leader to manage a team of engineers. The role involves overseeing technical projects, leading architectural ...

Engineering Leader

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$112K - $148K/yr

Job Title - Engineering Leader Location: Prefer to be in NYC/NJ and should be open travel Fulltime role Engineering leader primarily we are looking for Tech Leader who is well versed with Java/.net ...

Engineering Leader

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$99K - $131K/yr

The Engineering Leader will drive a team comprised of 8-10 engineers (mechanical and electrical) to continuously improve and execute to meet company objectives. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Provide project ...

The Engineer Leader 2 (EL2) leads and manages projects/programs while building client trust and validating a world class solution. The EL2 leads engineering best practices across most disciplines and ...

About the Role RJC is seeking a Facade Engineering Leader to establish, grow, and lead our façade engineering practice in the United States. This is a strategic leadership opportunity for an ...

We are seeking a Engineering Leader 1 to join our Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business Unit. As part of (SES) Strategic Business Unit you will be part of a team that designs, engineers ...

The Engineer Leader 1 (EL1) supports, participates in, and leads projects/programs while building client trust and validating a world class solution. The EL1 leads engineering best practices across ...

The Engineer Leader 1 (EL1) supports, participates in, and leads projects/programs while building client trust and validating a world class solution. The EL1 leads engineering best practices across ...

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How much do engineering leader jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for engineering leader in the United States is $123,784.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,500.00 and $135,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Engineering Leader vs Software Engineer?

AspectEngineering LeaderSoftware Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Engineering, Management experience often preferredBachelor's or Master's in Computer Science or related field
Work EnvironmentLeads teams, manages projects, collaborates with stakeholdersDevelops code, tests software, follows technical specifications
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in tech companies, engineering firms, startupsCommon across tech, finance, healthcare, and other industries

Engineering Leaders focus on managing teams, strategic planning, and project oversight, while Software Engineers concentrate on coding, developing, and testing software. Both roles are essential in tech organizations, but they differ significantly in responsibilities and scope.

What careers can engineering leaders lead to?

Engineering leaders can advance to executive roles such as Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Vice President of Engineering, or Director of Engineering. They often transition into roles involving strategic planning, product management, or technical consulting, leveraging their leadership and technical expertise to guide organizational growth and innovation.

What is the hierarchy of engineering leader positions?

The hierarchy of engineering leader positions typically starts with Engineering Manager, followed by Senior Engineering Manager, Director of Engineering, Vice President of Engineering, and Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Each level involves increasing responsibility for team management, strategic planning, and technical oversight, often requiring relevant experience and leadership skills.

What is the role of an engineering leader?

An engineering leader oversees technical teams, manages project execution, and aligns engineering efforts with organizational goals. They provide technical guidance, facilitate collaboration, and often have skills in project management and engineering best practices to ensure successful delivery of products or systems.

What cities are hiring for Engineering Leader jobs?

Cities with the most Engineering Leader job openings:

What states have the most Engineering Leader jobs?

States with the most job openings for Engineering Leader jobs include:

Infographic showing various Engineering Leader job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,784 per year, or $59.5 per hour.

Engineering Leader

Razorjack Recruiting/RG Resources

Greenville, SC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

We are searching for an experienced Engineering Leader to join a growing manufacturing organization and lead a team of 7 to 9 engineers across two facilities.

This is a highly visible leadership opportunity for a results-oriented engineering professional who can develop high-performing teams, execute complex capital projects, and deliver measurable improvements in plant performance.

The Engineering Leader will help shape the organization’s engineering strategy while driving improvements in safety, quality, reliability, throughput, cost, automation, and asset utilization.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading, mentoring, and developing engineers across two manufacturing facilities
• Building organizational capability through coaching, succession planning, and technical development
• Establishing engineering priorities, performance expectations, standards, and best practices
• Leading process optimization, troubleshooting, equipment reliability, and manufacturing improvement initiatives
• Providing technical oversight for automation, process controls, and manufacturing technology
• Developing engineering roadmaps, performance metrics, and improvement strategies
• Leading capital projects from initial concept through installation and startup
• Preparing project scopes, budgets, schedules, ROI analyses, and capital requests
• Managing contractors, engineering firms, equipment suppliers, and other technical resources
• Partnering with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, EHS, and senior leadership
• Managing engineering budgets and ensuring responsible capital investment
• Working effectively with ERP, SCADA, and engineering scheduling systems

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering
• At least 10 years of engineering experience in manufacturing, chemical processing, or a related industrial environment
• At least three years of engineering leadership experience with responsibility for developing technical teams
• Demonstrated success in process improvement, equipment reliability, automation, and capital project execution
• Hands-on experience supporting manufacturing operations in an industrial environment
• Professional Engineer license is strongly preferred and highly valued

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineering leader who enjoys developing people, improving operations, and building systems that support long-term organizational growth.

Interested or know someone who may be a strong fit? Please message me directly for a confidential conversation.

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We have purposely remained exclusive to a small group of companies and the industries that they serve. We have almost no limitation as to the organizations from which we can recruit – a very exciting prospect. We have a large number of contacts in multiple industries and disciplines and we are uniquely positioned to have individuals pre-identified for strategic positions. This creates enormous advantages. Speed of search is the critical component. We’ve spent a great deal of time studying our search process and re-engineered every aspect of every stage. Time is critical and we optimize each step. We are now completing searches within 2 to 3 weeks consistently, where it used to take 4 to 8. The process requires joint commitment and collaboration to work within this timeframe and there can be unforeseen obstacles that cause delay. It is an aggressive approach that, even if delayed, reduces the search time by weeks. Our search assignments cover the full spectrum of leadership positions and major disciplines.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Atchison, KS, US

Year founded

2000

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