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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$84K - $116K *

Join a team that engineers innovative solutions for utility infrastructure, focusing on electric, gas, and communication systems. Contribute to critical projects ensuring safety, reliability, and comp...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive electrical engineering solutions in water, transportation, and sustainability projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while performing analyses and guidance to ensure high-quality des...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

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

$88K - $154K *

Optimize and integrate the manufacturing process for hazardous materials, taking ownership from design through commissioning. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety and efficiency i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing environmental projects that ensure compliance with regulations and promote sustainability, while collaborating with teams and stakeholders to address pre...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $90K *

Drive innovation in natural gas transportation by designing and supporting distribution and transmission projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while contributin...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $89K *

Transform manufacturing processes by executing PLC programming, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Engage in electrical and mechanical tasks to ensure optimal equipment performance and safety in a fast...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to lead environmental projects, ensuring compliance and delivering innovative solutions in site assessments, remediation, and sustainability initiatives across diverse sectors...

Etobicoke, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Explore your engineering expertise in designing custom instrumentation and systems. Collaborate on international projects, applying advanced knowledge in electronics, programming, and circuit design t...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing solid waste projects from planning to construction, ensuring quality and compliance while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions for div...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$128K - $160K *

Lead the charge in driving sales growth and strategic partnerships within engineering plastics. Collaborate globally to deliver innovative solutions, enhance customer relationships, and expand market...

Commerce Township, MIRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$128K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving growth in engineering plastics by leveraging your sales expertise and fluency in Japanese. Collaborate globally to build strategic customer relationships and deliver innovat...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $134K *

Champion maintenance excellence by leading and mentoring teams, improving processes, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Drive performance metrics and foster collaboration across department...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$114K - $149K *

Drive innovation by designing and developing advanced manufacturing processes for next-generation delivery catheter systems, ensuring quality and efficiency through cross-functional collaboration and...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$88K - $105K *

Transform municipal infrastructure by leading engineering projects to enhance water solutions, guiding client interactions, and ensuring compliance with technical standards while fostering relationshi...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering innovative electrical solutions. You'll collaborate with clients, lead projects, and provide technical guidance on complex engineering challenges, ensuring o...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$92K - $110K *

Transform engineering projects by leading a multidisciplinary team to design, analyze, and verify mechanical systems. Collaborate with sales, manufacturing, and project management to meet specificatio...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$98K - $127K *

Empower your career by leading innovative water/wastewater projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure quality, efficiency, and budget adherence while enhancing comm...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing advanced electrical systems for analytical instruments, collaborating across disciplines to ensure seamless integration from concept to production while men...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$141K - $220K *

Lead continuous improvement initiatives by leveraging lean methodologies and data analytics to enhance operational excellence and employee engagement, driving strategic performance across multiple man...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's committed to driving the success of renewable energy projects. You will oversee engineering deliverables, manage cross-functional teams, and ensure effective integration and communi...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $170K *

Lead the charge in enhancing reliability and performance of electrical and instrumentation systems. Drive proactive initiatives, ensure compliance, and support safe operations in a dynamic manufacturi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $195K *

Take ownership of designing automated systems and robotic equipment for remote operations in radiological environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective integration and perf...

Oak Ridge, TNRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $195K *

Lead the charge in designing automated systems and robotic equipment for remote operations in radiological environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and integrate solutions tha...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative fuel system designs for aviation, port, and railyard projects. Leverage your expertise in mechanical engineering to deliver high-quality solutions while collaborating with multidis...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$180K - $195K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming construction projects through innovative engineering solutions. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure successful execution of infrastructure init...

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  •   5 - 7 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.