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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$75K - $90K *

Engineer innovative manufacturing processes to enhance quality, reduce costs, and optimize production flow. Collaborate across departments to ensure product manufacturability and safety while driving...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive process development and optimization for cosmetic manufacturing, ensuring compliance and efficiency in new product introductions and technical transfers, while addressing process variability and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in solving customer polymer processing challenges by leveraging a decade of expertise in polymer materials and scientific molding. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive product devel...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $85K *

Innovate manufacturing processes by utilizing engineering and Lean methodologies to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency. Lead cross-functional teams, optimize flow, and implement improvements to d...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $164K *

Unlock your potential by leading innovative coating processes for gas turbine components. Drive safety and lean initiatives while collaborating with global teams to enhance productivity and technology...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $172K *

Elevate your career by providing expert consulting in non-metallic materials engineering. Collaborate on technical support, project execution, and quality assurance while ensuring safety and effective...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $172K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing expert consulting in non-metallic materials engineering. You'll support global chemical operations, lead projects, and ensure safety while delivering technica...

Newark, DERemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $143K *

Unlock innovative potential by developing high-performance materials for Circuitry Solutions. Collaborate globally to drive product strategies, optimize formulations, and mentor junior scientists whil...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $142K *

Advance process engineering for GaAs IC and RF Power Transistors, focusing on Wet Etch. Drive improvements in quality, yield, and productivity while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhanc...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $155K *

Drive innovation by designing and supporting chemical systems for nuclear reactors, ensuring safety and efficiency. Collaborate with engineers and chemists to enhance BWR chemistry through hands-on te...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $100K *

Transform product development by leveraging your chemistry expertise to innovate and enhance materials technologies in a dynamic R&D environment, driving quality and performance across diverse industr...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $155K *

Lead the charge in process engineering for fuel projects, optimizing performance and safety while collaborating with contractors and teams to ensure operational excellence and compliance with industry...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$115K - $155K *

Shape the future of fuel processing by leading engineering initiatives, optimizing performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency in a dynamic in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $128K *

Drive your career forward by leveraging your engineering expertise to enhance production processes, support equipment manufacturing, and lead capital projects in a dynamic environment focused on innov...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $130K *

Shape the future of process engineering by leading innovative projects in evaporation and crystallization technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver technical solutions that meet...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $95K *

Drive innovative manufacturing processes by developing, testing, and implementing solutions to enhance product quality and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues an...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing operational workflows for an Information Security Continuous Monitoring program. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance cybersecurity processes using ITIL and BPM princ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $122K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative solutions in process engineering for electrochemical industries. Collaborate on complex projects, optimize designs, and mentor junior engineers while enjoying a h...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$74K - $140K *

Shape the future of process engineering with collaborative support across diverse energy and industrial projects. Drive technical innovation and excellence throughout the project lifecycle, enhancing...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing equipment integrity through advanced corrosion analysis, field inspections, and operational support while ensuring compliance with PSM standards and developin...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Create and implement corrosion analysis strategies to enhance equipment integrity, manage risk, and support operational efficiency within a petrochemical environment while ensuring compliance with saf...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring accuracy and efficiency while managing resources and timelines effectively...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $95K *

Engineer innovative solutions by managing equipment design and project execution, ensuring quality and accuracy from start to finish. Collaborate effectively with teams and customers to meet project o...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Champion the engineering and reliability of gas and chemical systems, ensuring safe and efficient operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support manufacturing processes and drive conti...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading process improvements and technical management in manufacturing. Drive efficiency, enhance safety practices, and support quality initiatives to optimize operations and reduc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.