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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$88K - $105K *

Optimize manufacturing processes to enhance product quality and productivity. Lead complex initiatives using Lean principles and advanced analytics, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $90K *

Join a dynamic team as you support civil project management through planning, design, and execution. This role offers hands-on experience in engineering practices, ensuring compliance with industry st...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$134K - $201K *

Champion the design and delivery of complex electrical systems for energy and infrastructure projects, leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance, efficiency, and innovation while mentoring...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career by providing hydraulic engineering support for pipeline and terminal projects. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to conduct steady state and transient analyses using advan...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Innovate solutions in hydraulic engineering for pipeline and facility projects. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to conduct steady state and transient analyses, ensuring optimal performance...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Lead hydraulic engineering efforts for pipeline and facility projects, conducting steady state and transient analyses using advanced modeling software. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deli...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by delivering expert hydraulic engineering solutions for pipeline and facility projects. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to conduct steady state and transient analyses, ensu...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in hydraulic engineering for pipeline and facility projects. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to conduct steady state and transient analyses, ensuring optimal design and perf...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in hydraulic engineering for pipeline and facility projects. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to conduct steady state and transient analyses, ensuring optimal design and perf...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of hydraulic engineering by providing expert analysis and support for pipeline and facility projects. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize designs and ensure complian...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of hydraulic engineering by providing expert analysis and support for pipeline and facility projects. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver innovative solutions in the...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Transform your career by providing hydraulic engineering support for pipeline and terminal projects. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to conduct steady state and transient analyses, ensuring...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing innovative mechanical systems for building projects. Leverage your expertise to ensure code compliance and efficiency while mentoring junior staff and collabo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $160K *

Drive innovative mechanical system designs for building projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while mentoring junior staff to deliver high-quality engi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $172K *

Drive your career forward as an Engineering Supervisor, leading a team to enhance equipment design and deployment. Focus on capacity expansion, efficiency improvements, and cost reduction while collab...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$91K - $115K *

Support the engineering team by overseeing maintenance operations, ensuring efficient plant systems, and leading personnel in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Drive improvements and enhance operat...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in engineering leadership for manufacturing systems, ensuring operational safety, compliance, and efficiency. Drive capital projects and continuous improvement efforts to enhance perfo...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $180K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a manufacturing facility focused on food production. Ensure safety, quality, and compliance while optimizing performance and fostering a culture of continuous i...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$147K - $202K *

Unlock potential by designing and optimizing advanced manufacturing processes. Collaborate with R&D teams, analyze complex data, and implement innovative technologies to enhance semiconductor and disp...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$151K - $168K *

Shape the future of nuclear engineering by providing advanced technical expertise and leadership in support of plant operations, ensuring safety, reliability, and compliance with industry standards an...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$151K - $168K *

Optimize advanced engineering solutions to enhance nuclear plant operations. Drive technical decision-making and ensure compliance with industry standards while managing engineering activities for saf...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$151K - $168K *

Unlock potential by performing advanced engineering problem-solving to enhance nuclear plant operations. Leverage your expertise to ensure compliance with industry standards while driving safety, reli...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$151K - $168K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing nuclear engineering solutions. Leverage your expertise to enhance plant operations, ensuring safety and compliance while driving innovative engineering practi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$151K - $168K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing nuclear engineering solutions. Leverage your expertise to enhance plant operations, ensuring safety and compliance while driving innovative engineering practi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$151K - $168K *

Transform the future of nuclear engineering by leading advanced technical projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and enhancing plant safety and reliability through innovative solutions...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.