Chemical Process Engineer Jobs

Explore Chemical Process Engineer opportunities for experienced professionals ready to design, improve, and scale industrial processes. Ladders features vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more, including positions across chemicals, energy, pharmaceuticals, materials, and manufacturing.

What Chemical Process Engineers Do

Chemical Process Engineers develop and optimize processes that transform raw materials into valuable products. Their work may include process design, equipment selection, scale-up, production troubleshooting, efficiency improvements, and ensuring operations meet quality, environmental, and safety requirements. They often collaborate with research, operations, maintenance, and project teams.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a degree in chemical engineering or a related discipline, along with relevant industry experience. Depending on the role, useful qualifications may include process simulation, mass and energy balances, process control, root-cause analysis, project management, and knowledge of process safety and regulatory standards. Senior positions may also call for technical leadership and cross-functional communication.

Industries and Career Paths

Chemical Process Engineers work in sectors such as specialty and commodity chemicals, oil and gas, renewable energy, pharmaceuticals, food processing, and advanced materials. Career paths can lead to senior process engineering, process design, project engineering, operations leadership, technical management, or consulting.

Find Chemical Process Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted Chemical Process Engineer jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Explore opportunities by location, experience level, and industry to find a role that aligns with your technical expertise and career goals.

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$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing plant operations through data analysis, loss reduction, and employee training. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance performance metrics and foster a cultur...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$72K - $103K *

Champion a dynamic team in manufacturing excellence, driving safety, quality, and efficiency. Lead process improvements and foster a culture of accountability while managing production schedules and t...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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

$85K - $105K *

Transform manufacturing processes by optimizing, developing new products, and leading cost reduction projects. Engage with a team to enhance efficiency and profitability while gaining visibility and i...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $154K *

Lead the charge in high-quality process design for complex industrial projects, collaborating across disciplines to ensure effective delivery from concept to detail, while driving execution in a dynam...

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3 weeks ago

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

$70K - $97K *

Drive process improvements by identifying root causes and enhancing supplier performance. Utilize advanced statistical tools and the scientific method to optimize manufacturing quality, cost, and safe...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $90K *

Drive innovation in materials science as you research and develop surface treatment products, collaborating with a diverse team to create effective solutions that shape the future of technology across...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving product excellence through technical problem-solving and continuous improvement. Lead cross-functional efforts to resolve customer quality issues and enhance pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform product development by designing and evaluating mechanical systems. Engage in layout, testing, and support existing products while collaborating with technical teams to meet customer specifi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Engage with customers to optimize chemical applications, ensuring safety and reliability. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot and enhance processes while managing customer interactions and deliveri...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to the safety and reliability of chemical applications by optimizing processes, managing customer interactions, and executing improvement plans while ensuring compliance with best practices...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $105K *

Innovate within the life sciences sector by leading process design efforts, developing engineering solutions, and collaborating across disciplines to enhance sophisticated manufacturing and research f...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Deliver innovative solutions as an Application Engineer, ensuring safe and efficient chemical applications while managing customer interactions and optimizing processes. Collaborate with teams to enha...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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...

2 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...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$92K - $110K *

Elevate your career by optimizing manufacturing processes and leading continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality, efficiency, and reliabilit...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$92K - $110K *

Transform manufacturing excellence by leading process optimization initiatives, driving collaborative solutions, and leveraging data to enhance quality, efficiency, and reliability within a fast-paced...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $140K *

Support our team by managing plant maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and performance...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to drive innovation in Liquid Chromatography systems, focusing on mechanical design, analysis, and testing. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure product excellence from concept...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$102K - $176K *

Drive process excellence as a Senior Engineer, leading extrusion operations and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance performance, reliability, and safety in po...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$135K - $175K *

Develop and optimize electrochemical reagent generation technologies, collaborating across teams to ensure successful pilot and commercial-scale deployment. Drive technical evaluations, vendor assessm...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of engineering support for production and maintenance, enhancing electrical system reliability and resolving issues. Collaborate with technical teams to implement improvements and ensur...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Shape environmental compliance and operational excellence by partnering with teams to innovate and enhance systems for regulatory adherence while driving continuous improvement in environmental perfor...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative solutions in a global chemical leader. Collaborate across diverse markets to enhance product delivery and contribute to sustainable growth while advancing your c...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Chemical Process Engineer do?question toggle

    A Chemical Process Engineer designs, evaluates, and improves processes used to manufacture chemicals and other products. Responsibilities can include process modeling, equipment and facility design, production support, scale-up, efficiency improvements, and safety and compliance work.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Chemical Process Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many roles require a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or a related field and relevant experience. Employers may also value skills in process simulation, process control, troubleshooting, project execution, and process safety; requirements vary by industry and seniority.

  • Where do Chemical Process Engineers work?question toggle

    They work across industries including chemicals, energy, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, manufacturing, and advanced materials.

  • How can I find Chemical Process Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted professional Chemical Process Engineer opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, and use available filters to focus your search by location, industry, and experience.