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 - $100K *

Transform essential infrastructure by supporting innovative water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with experienced teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions while advancing your technic...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Contribute to innovative water and wastewater projects by collaborating with Project Managers to deliver high-quality engineering solutions, enhancing community infrastructure while advancing your tec...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Innovate as a Urea Subject Matter Expert, providing technical leadership and solutions for complex engineering challenges. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure project objectives are met with high...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$71K - $89K *

Shape the future of production by leading a dynamic team, ensuring safety and quality standards while optimizing workflow and resources to meet daily production goals in a fast-paced environment...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive world-class process safety initiatives to protect personnel and optimize operations while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and enhancing sustainable manufacturing practices...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$83K - $125K *

Engineer and manage electrical systems for industrial gas processing, ensuring compliance with NEC and IEC codes. Collaborate with customers and oversee design, testing, and installation of electrical...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to design and test cutting-edge avionics systems for aviation. Leverage your mechanical engineering expertise to drive innovative solutions and enhance aircraft performance while c...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$134K - $201K *

Champion innovative mechanical design solutions for complex energy and infrastructure projects. Lead multidisciplinary teams, ensuring high-quality execution and compliance while mentoring junior engi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $181K *

Lead the charge in designing and delivering complex mechanical systems for energy and infrastructure projects, ensuring high-quality, code-compliant solutions while mentoring junior engineers and mana...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in technology transfer, ensuring seamless collaboration between U.S. and China teams. Safeguard design intent while overseeing engineering localization, commissioning, and operational...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Drive process optimization and innovation in manufacturing to enhance efficiency, quality, and sustainability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement improvements and ensure compliance w...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $110K *

Innovate within our engineering team by designing cutting-edge water treatment systems. Collaborate with stakeholders on multiple projects, ensuring technical excellence while enhancing environmental...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Explore innovative process solutions as you collaborate with teams to optimize systems in the food processing industry. Leverage your engineering expertise to enhance efficiency and drive project succ...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic engineering team to enhance manufacturing processes, drive continuous improvement, and ensure product quality. Utilize your expertise to troubleshoot and optimize operations, fostering...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $130K *

Optimize equipment performance and processes in a dynamic R&D environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance extrusion and molding operations, ensuring efficient scaling of innovative...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $150K *

Shape the future of spacecraft power systems by leading the design and development of high-voltage electronics for innovative orbital projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to prototype, test, and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $115K *

Unlock potential by evaluating biogeochemical processes and supporting environmental projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design field investigations and analyze data, delivering inno...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform peptide synthesis processes and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful research projects in a fast-paced environment. Leverage your expertise to innovate and support both...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Create and optimize manufacturing processes to enhance quality, safety, and efficiency. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while collaborating with teams to meet operational goals and customer e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Empower progress at the forefront of aerospace manufacturing by driving process improvements, enhancing product quality, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize production efficiency...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $160K *

Join a team that's transforming chemical engineering into scalable uranium processes. Collaborate with scientists and operators to innovate and optimize advanced nuclear fuel-cycle technologies in a h...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$114K - $157K *

Take ownership of quality assurance for printing supplies, leading testing and evaluations to ensure product reliability and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive capital and continuous improvement projects, enhancing safety and productivity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage engineering solutions from concept to startup, ensuring complian...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$123K - $164K *

Elevate your career by providing global mechanical engineering leadership for industrial utility systems, focusing on optimization, reliability, and sustainability across multiple facilities and proje...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$123K - $164K *

Unlock your potential by providing global mechanical engineering leadership for industrial utility systems. Drive innovation in energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability while mentoring engin...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.