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 - $116K *

Shape the future of semiconductor applications by designing and synthesizing innovative organic molecules. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive research, scale processes, and enhance material perf...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

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

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $105K *

Partner with us to drive engineering excellence in lactic acid production. You will enhance processes, support safety initiatives, and deliver sustainable solutions while collaborating with a diverse...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Develop and optimize technical strategies to support carbon technology sales, enhancing customer applications and expanding market opportunities through collaboration with engineering and sales teams...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$81K - $141K *

Drive process innovation and improvement initiatives to enhance extrusion and converting operations, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver quality solutions and cost-effective methods t...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$93K - $114K *

Champion a dynamic manufacturing team, supervising operations and ensuring compliance with GMP and safety standards. Drive performance, mentor staff, and optimize production processes in a fast-paced...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$74K - $102K *

Discover innovative solutions as a Process Engineer, driving process development and improvement in manufacturing. Collaborate with teams to enhance quality, design tooling, and manage capital project...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive engineering excellence by managing projects and teams, ensuring timely completion within budget. Design tooling for new products and enhance existing processes while effectively communicating pr...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $144K *

Lead innovative chemical process engineering projects, optimizing manufacturing and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance product quality and mentor engineers, driving efficiency and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer innovative product development for cutlery and foodservice solutions. Lead technical initiatives, enhance product performance, and collaborate across teams to drive sustainable advancements in...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the reliability and safety of instrumentation and electrical systems. Drive proactive initiatives, support plant operations, and ensure compliance with indust...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by defining scopes and budgets for capital projects, ensuring timely and safe implementation while collaborating with stakeholders and contractors to meet corporate and regulator...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Join us to lead electrical engineering projects across the Americas, mentoring junior engineers while driving innovative solutions in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovative electrical engineering solutions across diverse projects. Lead teams, mentor junior engineers, and enhance design standards while ensuring quality and efficiency in a collaborative en...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Engage in the design, procurement, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment, ensuring tooling excellence and efficiency. Collaborate with design teams and vendors to drive process improvement and su...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Drive the development and coordination of electrical engineering deliverables, ensuring compliance with project requirements and industry standards while collaborating across disciplines to resolve de...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Engineer innovative electrical solutions by developing and reviewing project deliverables, ensuring compliance with standards, and coordinating across disciplines to support design, procurement, and c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $95K *

Drive the design and documentation of mechanical components for UHP gas purification systems, ensuring high-quality standards and collaboration with suppliers in a dynamic environment focused on innov...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $140K *

Contribute to innovative site development solutions for large-scale solar and energy storage projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance civil engineering expertise and ensure high-qu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$86K - $129K *

Transform environmental processes by analyzing systems for compliance and improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to regulations while managing capital projects and en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$72K - $89K *

Elevate project outcomes by managing field chemistry tasks, ensuring accurate data collection, and collaborating with teams to meet environmental standards across various sites in California...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $89K *

Shape the future of environmental science by supporting field and office chemistry tasks. Collaborate with project teams to ensure data integrity and compliance while managing sample collection and an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by supporting reliable operations of industrial electrical equipment. Collaborate with teams to enhance plant reliability, provide technical assistance, and ensure compliance with...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform operations by providing technical expertise in high voltage electrical systems, ensuring reliability and safety across facilities. Collaborate with teams to enhance maintenance strategies an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $117K *

Optimize plant operations by driving process improvements, enhancing safety, and managing small capital projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and deliver innovative solutions for susta...

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  •   5 - 7 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.