Explore Chemical Engineer Jobs

Find chemical engineer jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more on Ladders. Browse vetted opportunities across industries where chemical engineers design processes, improve production, and help organizations meet demanding standards for safety, quality, and efficiency. Whether you specialize in process development, manufacturing, energy, pharmaceuticals, or materials, discover roles that align with your experience and career goals.

What Chemical Engineers Do

Chemical engineers apply engineering, chemistry, and data analysis to transform raw materials into useful products and scalable processes. Their work may involve designing equipment and production systems, optimizing operations, evaluating materials, troubleshooting technical challenges, and supporting regulatory compliance. Depending on the role, they may also lead projects, oversee plant operations, or collaborate with research, quality, and business teams.

Industries and Specializations

Chemical engineers work in a wide range of sectors, including chemicals, oil and gas, clean energy, food and beverage, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, specialty materials, and advanced manufacturing. Common specialties include process engineering, plant engineering, process safety, scale-up, research and development, and environmental engineering. Explore openings to find positions suited to your technical background and preferred industry.

Skills Employers Seek

Employers often look for expertise in process design and optimization, equipment and systems, data analysis, safety practices, and quality standards. Communication, project management, and cross-functional collaboration are also important, particularly for senior and leadership roles. Requirements vary by position and may include experience with specific processes, tools, regulations, or production environments.

Advance Your Chemical Engineering Career

Explore vetted chemical engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders. Review opportunities by title, industry, and location, and compare responsibilities and qualifications to identify roles that match your experience. New opportunities can help you pursue greater technical responsibility, project leadership, or management.

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$85K - $105K *

Shape impactful insights through analytics, driving data-informed decisions for healthcare clients. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance marketing performance and audience understanding...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of energy by optimizing power systems. Leverage your expertise in mathematical optimization and transmission planning to develop innovative solutions for grid cha...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of product design by transforming concepts into high-fidelity experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user interactions through innovative prototyping and AI-a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate full-stack engineering excellence by delivering scalable, reliable solutions across initiatives, guiding teams, and enhancing processes to drive performance and innovation in a collaborative e...

Wisconsin, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Join a pioneering team where you'll innovate software solutions for framing and structural analysis. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, set technical direction, and contribute to softwar...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $160K *

Drive innovative geotechnical solutions for mine waste management. Lead teams in designing and implementing projects, ensuring safety and compliance while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating...

Vancouver, BCRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $125K *

Join our dynamic team to develop innovative sourcing strategies, lead supplier negotiations, and drive value creation within the Americas, contributing significantly to our growth and sustainability g...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $160K *

Accelerate growth in the Chemical Oil and Gas sector by driving business development, executing strategies, and forming partnerships to enhance brand acceptance and generate opportunities across vario...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by providing civil engineering design and support for utility substations. Collaborate with teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure quality control while managing project scope...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Oversee global EPC proposal processes for Battery Energy Storage Systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, customer-centric solutions while driving continuous improveme...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $152K *

Unlock your potential by working in a collaborative team to design, analyze, and improve complex control systems in nuclear power plants, focusing on innovative solutions and critical project executio...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Help us drive growth in the advanced ceramics market by building relationships, providing technical support, and delivering innovative solutions to customers across North America and Europe...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $190K *

Explore strategic leadership in mechanical engineering, guiding a team of experts to innovate and deliver top-tier data center solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to shape engineering standards...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team that drives sales growth through strategic customer engagement, market analysis, and solution identification, all while ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $120K *

Drive sales growth by executing strategic plans, managing customer relationships, and addressing market needs while identifying new opportunities and solutions for an automotive-focused territory. 50...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$168K - $240K *

Join us to define and deploy autonomous AI agents at scale, transforming cutting-edge LLM capabilities into reliable, high-availability products while mentoring a team of engineers and setting industr...

Seattle, WARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $150K *

Lead and inspire teams in executing complex soil remediation projects nationwide. Ensure safety and customer satisfaction while managing field operations and collaborating with diverse professionals a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and optimize scalable data solutions that enhance healthcare technology platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and drive informed dec...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive innovative civil engineering solutions as a senior leader, overseeing complex projects and mentoring teams. Ensure quality standards and contribute to sustainable development while positively im...

Kansas City, KSRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$66K - $189K *

Innovate analytical strategies to enhance toxicology assessments, ensuring compliance and data integrity. Collaborate across teams to drive project success and influence decision-making through advanc...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$112K - $150K *

Shape the future of communication technology by providing expert technical support and training to diverse clients. Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions while m...

Phoenix, AZRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $176K *

Lead the charge in evolving a cutting-edge financial assistant, enhancing user experience through innovative features and AI integration while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a dynamic st...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role overseeing commissioning for utility-scale PV and BESS projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure seamless execution, optimize processes, and manage techn...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $160K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team as a Data Engineer, owning end-to-end data systems and driving platform modernization. You'll improve data reliability and work closely with cross-functio...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive complex federal platform initiatives, enhancing security, compliance, and infrastructure through innovative engineering solutions and cross-functional leadership...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a chemical engineer do?question toggle

    Chemical engineers design, develop, and improve processes that convert raw materials into products. They may work on production systems, equipment, process safety, quality, research, or operational efficiency.

  • What industries hire chemical engineers?question toggle

    Chemical engineers are employed across industries such as chemicals, energy, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, food and beverage, materials, and advanced manufacturing.

  • What skills are important for chemical engineer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly sought skills include process design and optimization, engineering analysis, safety awareness, quality control, project management, and clear communication. Specific requirements depend on the employer and role.

  • Can I find chemical engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders?question toggle

    Yes. Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including chemical engineering roles. Openings and salary details vary by position.

  • What qualifications do chemical engineers typically need?question toggle

    Many positions require a degree in chemical engineering or a related field, along with relevant technical experience. Some roles may require specialized expertise, professional licensure, or advanced education, depending on the work.