Chief Engineering Officer Salary in Chicago, Illinois

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Chief Engineering Officer Salary in Chicago, IL

How much does a Chief Engineering Officer make in Chicago, IL? The average Chief Engineering Officer salary in Chicago, IL is $301,000 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $266,000 and $342,800. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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10th Percentile Chief Engineering Officer Salary $234,134 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Chief Engineering Officer Salary $266,000 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Chief Engineering Officer Salary $301,000 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Chief Engineering Officer Salary $342,800 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Chief Engineering Officer Salary $380,857 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
25% $266,000 10% $234,134 90% $380,857 75% $342,800 $301,000 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Chief Engineering Officer develops ideas for new products or product enhancements and oversees the creation and improvement of products researched by the engineering department. Establishes the overall objectives and initiatives of an engineering department. Being a Chief Engineering Officer requires a bachelor's degree in engineering. Provides engineering expertise to other departments, such as marketing, where needed. In addition, Chief Engineering Officer typically reports to top management or a CEO. Responsible for the development of functional or business unit strategy for the entire organization. Defines corporate vision and strategy establishes company direction and focus. Executes multiple high impact initiatives to achieve overall corporate goals. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Job Openings for Chief Engineering Officer in Chicago, IL
  • EC-United - Chicago, IL
    City Colleges of Chicago (CCC). is in search of a dynamic IT executive to assume the role of Chief Information Officer (CIO). This presents an outstanding ...
    - 3 Days Ago
  • Manufacturing and Civil Engineering - West Chicago, IL
    Company. Positioned for rapid growth through organic and acquisitive initiatives, The Company engineers and manufactures critical infrastructure components...
    - 2 Days Ago
  • Larson Maddox - Chicago, IL
    A Chicago-based proprietary trading firm is seeking a Deputy Chief Compliance Officer. The ideal candidate will be a forward-thinking problem solver, adept...
    - 2 Days Ago
  • Larson Maddox - Chicago, IL
    We are seeking a seasoned Global Compliance Officer with over 10 years of demonstrated expertise in the financial services industry, specializing in Future...
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  • Truenorth Executive Search, Inc. - Chicago, IL
    Chief Financial Officer, Multi-location Physician Practice Management. A rapidly growing multi-location healthcare services company based in the Midwest is...
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