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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$110K - $160K *

Develop and optimize uranium conversion and fluorination processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and operational efficiency in a hands-on engineering role focus...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$126K - $173K *

Join us to lead a dynamic team of Engineers and Technicians in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, driving product quality, safety, and cost reduction while fostering innovation and collaboration...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $160K *

Transform manufacturing processes by developing, validating, and optimizing systems for robotics production. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive cost reduction and ensure production readiness whil...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$96K - $137K *

Champion high-impact engineering projects, driving design and execution in cutting-edge manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams for operational excellence in multi-million dollar initia...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$86K - $121K *

Lead engineering projects by planning and executing across scopes, timelines, and budgets, ensuring technical success and alignment with business objectives while fostering collaborations with key sta...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Tackle complex mining challenges by leading process engineering projects, mentoring teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. You will contribute to major technical studies and strengthe...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$66K - $124K *

Innovate manufacturing processes by analyzing, developing, and implementing improvements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance productivity, quality, and safety while driving continuous...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in developing and commercializing innovative products for the General Industrial Market. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address customer needs and ensure project success wh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $160K *

Unlock your potential by developing and scaling innovative surface chemistry processes. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to drive advancements in precision substrate processing and equipment engin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by optimizing manufacturing processes in a dynamic engineering environment. Collaborate across departments to enhance product quality and efficiency while driving continuous improv...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Transform consumer product innovation by leveraging your expertise in applications development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design experiments, analyze data, and drive commercialization...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Optimize liquid process manufacturing systems by designing, improving, and supporting equipment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, quality, and productivity while driving cont...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Engineer extrusion processes by conducting trials, troubleshooting, and optimizing equipment to enhance performance and customer satisfaction. Collaborate across teams to share insights and drive tech...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $100K *

Engineer innovative processes for novel display systems, developing and optimizing techniques in laboratory and cleanroom settings. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance, qual...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $135K *

Transform your career by leading equipment engineering projects in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance production capabilities and drive innovation...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Engineer, take ownership of project execution by leading engineering efforts, coordinating design and documentation, and ensuring compliance with quality standards while managing risks and supporting...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovation in bioprocessing by leveraging your expertise in protein manufacturing and development. Collaborate with teams to execute experiments, support product development, and enhance organiz...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Transform project execution by managing small capital projects under $5M, enhancing operational excellence in our North American facilities, and supporting strategic planning and turnaround activities...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that supports small capital projects within North American operations, enhancing plant efficiency and safety. Contribute to strategic planning and execution while fostering a culture of co...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to operational excellence by managing capital projects under $5M, optimizing planning, execution, and tracking financials. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and enhance plant effi...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join us in shaping the future of aerospace manufacturing by developing and managing complex processes from design to production. Your expertise will drive efficiency and quality in our operations, ens...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Engineer innovative solutions as a Senior Chemist, driving product performance and customer satisfaction. Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve technical challenges and enhance operational excelle...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$83K - $155K *

Transform the future of manufacturing by leading process improvements, optimizing workflows, and enhancing quality standards in a dynamic environment. Drive innovation and mentor teams to achieve oper...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive process improvements and quality enhancements in manufacturing, overseeing project portfolios and leading continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production efficiency and product quality...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative processes that transform uranium feedstocks into fuel-ready oxide materials, collaborating across teams to enhance product quality and performance in a hands-o...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.