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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$80K - $95K *

Grow your career by leading innovative water/wastewater design projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop sustainable solutions, ensuring compliance and quality in municipal and ind...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $120K *

Drive technical excellence and collaborate with teams to optimize, validate, and ensure compliance in manufacturing processes for Rx, OTC, and cosmetic products across the product lifecycle...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $120K *

Optimize manufacturing processes for Rx, OTC, and cosmetic products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, compliance, and efficiency while managing multiple projects and driving...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Lead the evaluation of subsurface data to assess environmental conditions, generate maps, and collaborate on projects. Oversee field testing and ensure quality standards while preparing detailed repor...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Optimize plant operations and enhance asset performance by collaborating across technical and operational teams. Drive safe, reliable, and environmentally responsible production while improving effici...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Make your mark by optimizing processes and enhancing performance using your expertise in chemical engineering. Collaborate with multi-functional teams to implement improvements that ensure safety, eff...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role enhancing asset integrity across global manufacturing sites. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement AI standards, ensure compliance, and foster cont...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate the critical minerals supply chain by leading mechanical engineering projects. Drive innovative refining processes and ensure optimal equipment design and performance while collaborating with...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in innovative civil engineering projects focused on water and wastewater treatment. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, manage, and deliver high-quality solutions while...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $145K *

Drive the development of innovative cold chain packaging solutions, leading design, testing, and commercialization efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal performance and co...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $100K *

Drive innovation in electrical engineering by enhancing plant control systems, troubleshooting complex electrical issues, and leading automation projects to optimize production efficiency and reliabil...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development and commercialization of high-performance coatings for industrial and wood applications. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation, optimize costs, and ensure compliance with m...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $140K *

Join our team to evaluate and design rehabilitation solutions for transportation rail stations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to assess site conditions, drainage, and environmental factors...

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

$95K - $140K *

Empower teams by evaluating and designing rehabilitation solutions for transportation rail stations, ensuring compliance with environmental and civil engineering standards while collaborating across m...

5 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in mechanical integrity to ensure safe and reliable operations of fixed assets. Collaborate to enhance maintenance strategies and execute capital projects, while...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $125K *

Deliver innovative engineering solutions for water and wastewater projects, managing multiple assignments while ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence. Collaborate with diverse teams and men...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$146K - $215K *

Transform supplier development by leading a team to enhance manufacturing capabilities, drive performance improvements, and ensure operational readiness in the Chemicals category, supporting business...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

Lead the charge in enhancing supplier capabilities and operational readiness. Drive performance improvements through strategic development initiatives while managing a team to ensure alignment with bu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

Shape the future of supplier development by leading a team to enhance manufacturing capabilities, drive performance improvements, and ensure operational readiness in the Chemicals category, supporting...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

Unlock your potential by leading a team focused on supplier development in the Chemicals sector. Drive performance improvements, enhance manufacturing capabilities, and collaborate cross-functionally...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

Optimize supplier development strategies to enhance manufacturing capabilities, drive performance improvements, and ensure operational readiness in the Chemicals category, while leading a team and col...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

Lead a team to enhance supplier capabilities in the Chemicals sector, driving performance improvements and operational readiness. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure suppliers meet quality, cost...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $151K *

Drive innovation in food processing by applying engineering principles to optimize dairy systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support projects from design to commissioning, ensuring eff...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Advance environmental engineering solutions by leading site investigations, conducting analyses, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with teams to design systems and prepare technica...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $175K *

Shape the future of sustainable water management by designing and optimizing innovative water treatment solutions. Collaborate on impactful projects that enhance water quality and ensure compliance wi...

2 days ago

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

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.