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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$120K - $150K *

Drive operational excellence by designing and enhancing technology systems that elevate customer experience. Lead cross-functional initiatives, leveraging AI and automation to create scalable solution...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $125K *

Lead proposal development and strategies to enhance competitive bidding success. Collaborate with technical teams, manage compliance, and produce high-quality submissions while refining marketing mate...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Empower innovation as you design complex electrical systems, lead projects, mentor teams, and ensure high-quality deliverables. Collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary teams, utilizing advanced BI...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing safety standards across multiple construction projects. Collaborate with field teams to ensure compliance and improve practices, making safety a priority and fostering a c...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$84K - $129K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovative structural engineering solutions. Leverage your expertise in materials and design to tackle complex challenges in power transmission upgrades, ensuring clien...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in developing complex geological models and resource estimations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and oversee project delivery, ensuring high-quality results that meet client...

CanadaRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$96K - $154K *

Develop and maintain quality software for internal stakeholders, focusing on Python and AWS. Collaborate in an Agile environment, define architecture, and mentor junior developers while enhancing lega...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $145K *

Partner with us to elevate healthcare communications by crafting compelling copy for HCP campaigns. Lead creative initiatives, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure brand consistency acr...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$76K - $110K *

Transform strategies into compelling proposals by leading content development, managing schedules, and collaborating with technical teams to ensure alignment with client needs and compliance, while en...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse capital improvement projects across facilities. Oversee planning, execution, and compliance to ensure safe, efficient delivery while minimizing operational disrupti...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $109K *

Empower the future of Quality Management Systems by leading digital transformation and validation efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance compliance and efficiency in Quality proce...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$143K - $241K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable data solutions, optimize performance, and enhance software architecture while adhering to coding standards and leveraging AI to...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by designing and maintaining secure Azure cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes, implement security practices, and optimize costs while supporting our c...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $190K *

Lead and develop a high-performing team in firewall security engineering, ensuring consistent implementation of security controls while balancing operational demands and strategic initiatives for ente...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform the future of automation by leading innovative robotic solutions. Drive design, compliance, and manufacturing processes while mentoring a high-performing team in a dynamic, growth-stage envi...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Drive strategic facility closure projects, ensuring compliance and financial oversight while fostering team collaboration and innovative solutions within environmental regulations...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$124K - $170K *

Shape innovative cloud-based solutions as a technical leader, driving best practices in software development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, reliable systems while managi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $112K *

Drive the success of a dynamic SDR team by shaping outbound sales strategies, mentoring talent, and optimizing lead generation processes. Collaborate with leadership to build a high-performing team th...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming healthcare data solutions. As a Senior Data Engineer, you'll enhance complex systems, collaborate across departments, and drive analytics to optimize finan...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $300K *

Join our team to lead the development of robust billing and monetization infrastructure, ensuring seamless payment integrations and scalable solutions for our customers. Drive innovation in usage-base...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform cloud infrastructure for higher education products by designing, building, and operating AWS and Azure environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability, automate processes, and me...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$146K - $282K *

Engineer high-quality software solutions, mentor team members, and drive architectural decisions in an AI-driven environment, ensuring excellence and collaboration across product development...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate incident response capabilities by developing dashboards and alerts, optimizing cloud performance, and ensuring security compliance. Collaborate with product teams to enhance IAM needs while dr...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing Helpdesk and Systems Administration teams, ensuring operational excellence, service delivery, and alignment with business goals while fostering team...

Kentucky, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing channel strategies to drive growth, onboard high-performing partners, and enhance relationships with distributors in the life sciences sector...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.