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Chief Engineer

Req Number: 4T0L3X
Location: Richmond VA
Posted: 1/28/2025
Category: Industrial : Industrial Services
Job Type: Permanent

The Military Division of Korn Ferry has partnered with our client on their search for a Chief Engineer in Richmond VA.

* This company is specifically looking for candidates with at least 4 years US Military Leadership experience. US Navy veterans highly preferred. *

Strong Industrial Maintenance background required – must have hands-on experience with boilers, air compressors, pumps and other critical industrial systems.

Compensation: $125,000-140,000 (+ company car and relocation bonus)

Travel: 25-30% regional travel (approximately 2 months/year)

What You Will Do:
Oversee maintenance operations across multiple sites, ensuring that boilers, air compressors, pumps, and other critical systems are operating efficiently. Manage a team of engineer and maintenance personnel; responsible for ensuring the reliability and safety of plant equipment.
  • Provide hands-on guidance and troubleshooting expertise in the repair and maintenance of industrial systems (boilers, air compressors, pumps, etc.)
  • Mentor and develop the maintenance team, ensuring technical proficiency and compliance with safety regulations.
  • Manage preventative and predictive maintenance programs, ensuring maximum uptime and reliability.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues with industrial equipment, including pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
  • Ensure proper installation, modification, and repair of equipment, with focus on long-term reliability and cost-efficiency.

Education and Work Experience
  • at least 4 years US Military experience REQUIRED (US Navy veterans preferred)
  • 7+ years in plant engineering or industrial maintenance required (preferably with an industrial background in similar roles)
  • Must have hands-on experience with boilers, air compressors, pumps, and other critical industrial systems.
  • Strong knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems, with experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial equipment.
  • Proven leadership skills in managing teams, developing staff and overseeing multiple plant locations.

Title: Chief Engineer
Locations: Richmond VA
Job ID #: 510691571


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Korn Ferry shall provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified candidates, and will refer candidates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis.

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