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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Senior Process Engineer, Oil Refining
$110K - $130K *
Manage diverse oil refining and processing projects, leading teams and mentoring engineers while developing client relationships and gaining hands-on experience in fabrication and assembly...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive operational excellence by leading plant engineering initiatives, enhancing equipment reliability, and spearheading automation projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to modernize proce...
2 weeks ago
$94K - $125K *
Elevate environmental standards by leading compliance initiatives, managing waste activities, and collaborating with regulatory agencies. Drive safety culture and enhance operational efficiency within...
Yesterday
Principal Process Engineer - Etch
$85K - $146K *
Elevate semiconductor manufacturing processes by driving continuous improvement, executing experiments, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance performance, yield, and reliability in...
5 days ago
$85K - $100K *
Analyze and support customer process validation through hands-on testing, collaborate with sales and engineering teams, and assist with equipment commissioning to optimize industrial process systems...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to support sales with technical testing and process validation. Conduct evaluations, prepare reports, and collaborate on optimized solutions while ensuring lab safety and cleanline...
2 weeks ago
Process Technology Engineer - Estane NA
$95K - $115K *
Unlock innovation as you drive capability advancement in TPU manufacturing, leading transformative process improvements and deploying advanced methodologies. Collaborate globally to enhance product qu...
Reposted 1 week ago
Principal Electrical Engineering Specialist
$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...
2 weeks ago
Principal Electrical Engineering Specialist
$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...
2 weeks ago
Process Sustaining Sr. Engineer (CMP)
$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by enhancing semiconductor CMP processes through expert analysis, troubleshooting, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure production goals and drive continuous improvements in q...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Senior Scientist. Organic Chemist
$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...
1 week ago
Senior Scientist, Polymer Chemist
$85K - $120K *
Unlock innovation as a Senior Scientist in Polymer Chemistry, driving research and development of advanced materials for semiconductor applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translat...
1 week ago
$60K - $107K *
Transform manufacturing processes by leading safety initiatives and optimizing production. Drive continuous improvement and manage capital projects to enhance quality, efficiency, and cost-effectivene...
1 week ago
Process Engineer 5 (Advanced Packaging Integration Technologist)
$130K - $155K *
Champion advanced packaging integration by leading complex projects and collaborations, driving innovation and operational efficiency across engineering and manufacturing to enhance competitive advant...
1 week ago
Principal Process Engineer (Biopharma Life Sciences)
$110K - $130K *
Deliver high-quality system designs as a Principal Engineer, leading multidisciplinary teams through all project phases. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and mentor junior engineers to meet pr...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform your career by leading advanced process development and scale-up for APIs. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive technical solutions from lab to commercial manufacturing, ensuring quality...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Process Engineer - Manufacturing
$80K - $95K *
Transform manufacturing processes by applying engineering principles to enhance safety, quality, and productivity. Lead continuous improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with operational standa...
2 weeks ago
Senior Mechanical Process Engineer
$120K - $140K *
Collaborate with us to lead process engineering projects from inception to construction, supporting clients in the chemical industry. Utilize your expertise in PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment specification...
2 weeks ago
Senior Mechanical Process Engineer
$120K - $140K *
Lead the charge in process engineering, supporting diverse projects from inception to construction. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to deliver innovative solutions for clients in the chemical...
2 weeks ago
Glass Melting & Thermal Process Engineer
$97K - $133K *
Drive technical leadership in glass melting and thermal processes, enhancing melt quality, furnace performance, and operational reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement proces...
1 week ago
Staff Chemical Engineer - Engineering/Catalyst Development
$134K - $193K *
Advance catalyst development by leading material qualification, testing, and data analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and troubleshoot testing processes, ensuring effective...
3 days ago
Staff Chemical Engineer - Engineering/Catalyst Development
$134K - $193K *
Innovate in catalyst development by leading testing and qualification efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive projects forward while utilizing your strong chemical engineering backgr...
3 days ago
$120K - $165K *
Develop innovative process designs for oil & gas facilities, ensuring effective execution plans while leading project teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions and technical guidance for mid...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$80K - $100K *
Drive technical leadership and problem-solving in manufacturing, ensuring effective communication and continuous improvement across operations while maintaining quality standards and customer satisfac...
2 days ago
$80K - $100K *
Transform manufacturing processes by providing technical leadership and problem-solving support. Collaborate with teams to enhance communication, drive continuous improvement, and ensure adherence to...
2 days ago
What does a Chemical Process Engineer do?
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?
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?
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?
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