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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$95K - $115K *

Join our team to provide vital engineering support for pipeline operations, focusing on troubleshooting, project execution, and collaboration across departments to enhance the efficiency of gas and li...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$118K - $157K *

Lead the charge in managing R&D projects for new product development, ensuring successful equipment installation and process transfer. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on ti...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$91K - $140K *

Shape the future of air quality compliance by providing expert guidance and support to manufacturing facilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop effective strategies, ensuring adher...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in enhancing reliability and performance of instrumentation and electrical systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and technical problem-solv...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to deliver technical engineering solutions for FAA projects, ensuring compliance with standards and specifications while optimizing project delivery through surveys...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $186K *

Optimize manufacturing processes for toner materials, driving innovation from lab to production. Collaborate across teams to enhance quality, efficiency, and compliance while troubleshooting complex t...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $147K *

Join a team that's committed to innovative mechanical design and engineering. Collaborate on large-scale projects, ensuring quality and safety in developing industrial equipment while enhancing your s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$69K - $107K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and managing large-scale industrial equipment. Collaborate with engineers and internal teams to ensure safe, efficient project execution while developing comp...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $182K *

Drive Process Technology development within Health & Pharma by leveraging your expertise in chemical engineering. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify process improvements and foster leadership...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by providing engineering and consulting services across diverse projects. Lead investigations, design plans, and ensure compliance while collaborating with clients and teams to d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in delivering engineering and consulting services across diverse projects. Oversee investigations, analyses, and design while ensuring compliance and quality standards. Collaborate wit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate your career in water resources management, leading projects and teams. Engage in design, analysis, and communication with clients, while ensuring quality standards and safety in challenging...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on theoretical quantum information and algorithms. Contribute to groundbreaking research and inspire the next generation of scientists through tea...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $100K *

Transform product development by leveraging your chemistry expertise to innovate and enhance materials technologies in a dynamic R&D environment, driving quality and performance across diverse industr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on optimizing processes and enhancing safety in a manufacturing environment. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement improvements and lead projects tha...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $120K *

Lead and manage moderately complex new product introduction projects, ensuring alignment between customer needs and manufacturing readiness through disciplined planning and execution. Collaborate with...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovative engineering solutions for mechanical utilities across multiple manufacturing plants, ensuring reliability and enhancing production efficiency through expert support in design, mainten...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $255K *

Innovate uranium conversion and fluorination processes, ensuring optimal performance and safety. Collaborate with teams to define requirements, troubleshoot systems, and enhance product quality in hig...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in mechanical engineering and quality control, ensuring compliance with ASME codes while supporting project execution from design to commissioning. Collaborate cross-functionally to en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Design, develop, and commission cryogenic systems while ensuring integration into larger installations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, prioritize safety standards, and optimize system opera...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $124K *

Innovate in chemical formulation and process design under supervision, ensuring compliance with regulations while supporting diverse industrial applications. Collaborate on site reviews and technical...

2 weeks ago

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

$58K - $109K *

Explore your potential as you support experienced engineers in solving real-world challenges, enhancing product performance, and developing your technical skills through hands-on experience and struct...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion process engineering excellence by driving project execution, identifying improvements, and collaborating across teams to enhance outcomes. Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate manufacturing processes by developing and optimizing methods, ensuring quality control, and collaborating across teams to enhance efficiency and safety in a dynamic environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $115K *

Join a team that's committed to innovation as you develop custom mechanical systems, perform simulations, and support design processes, ensuring top-tier performance from concept to assembly, with occ...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.