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 *

Champion the design and optimization of automated control systems to enhance manufacturing efficiency and safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions that drive c...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Optimize engineering processes by leveraging expertise in electrical and instrumentation systems. Collaborate on projects within the petrochemical sector, ensuring safety and efficiency while driving...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Advance slurry mixing processes for lithium-ion battery cell production. Collaborate across teams to optimize, validate, and scale-up manufacturing while ensuring quality and efficiency in a high-volu...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $175K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of life sciences by leading process engineering initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance project execution and optimize client relationships...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive world-class process safety initiatives to protect personnel and optimize operations while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and enhancing sustainable manufacturing practices...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $114K *

Elevate global packaging operations through technical expertise, ensuring optimal performance and compliance while fostering innovation in materials and formats across various manufacturing sites and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Optimize CNC machining processes by driving efficiency, improving scheduling, and enhancing tool management practices. Become a key player in sustaining continuous improvement, lean initiatives, and r...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$121K - $182K *

Elevate your career by leading industrial water/wastewater projects, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, and driving business growth through innovative design solutions and client engagement...

1 week ago

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

$121K - $182K *

Contribute to innovative industrial water and wastewater projects, leveraging your expertise to lead design management, mentor teams, and drive business growth while collaborating with multidisciplina...

1 week ago

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

$121K - $182K *

Transform industrial water and wastewater projects by leveraging 10+ years of engineering expertise. Lead design management, collaborate with teams, and drive business growth through innovative treatm...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovation as a Systems Engineer, enhancing infrastructure through cloud modernization, automation, and AI. Collaborate with diverse teams to create resilient solutions and improve service deliv...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$103K - $176K *

Innovate solutions by leading mechanical engineering projects to enhance production processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to design, implement, and optimize equipment and systems, ensuring safety a...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $132K *

Drive impactful technical implementations by managing projects and collaborating with diverse teams to ensure successful deployment of solutions, enhancing client satisfaction and operational efficien...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate manufacturing processes by optimizing operations, conducting trials, and leading engineering initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency while driving cont...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes and quality. Lead audits, analyze root causes, and implement corrective actions. Collaborate with teams to enhance safety, productivity, and com...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $172K *

Advance safety compliance and performance in high hazard chemical operations. Lead technical support, training, and program development while collaborating with site leadership and regulatory agencies...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$71K - $107K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by leading process optimization and safety initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous improvemen...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in process engineering initiatives, driving product improvements and ensuring operational excellence through collaboration, data analysis, and Lean methodologies to enhance quality and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead process improvements and new product introductions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance quality and efficiency while driving Lean and Six Sigma initiatives for continuous improve...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$243K - $364K *

Join a dynamic team influencing enterprise-level AI solutions. Lead the design and deployment of scalable systems, driving innovation and modernization while mentoring engineering talent. Collaborate...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$243K - $364K *

Champion innovative AI solutions by leading design and deployment efforts for large-scale systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to modernize legacy infrastructures and drive enterprise-wide...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$243K - $364K *

Explore opportunities to architect and deliver innovative AI systems, tackling enterprise-wide challenges through collaboration and cutting-edge technology enhancements. Lead modernization efforts whi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$243K - $364K *

Lead the charge in designing and deploying large-scale AI systems that foster innovation and modernization. Collaborate with leadership to navigate complex technical challenges, mentor teams, and esta...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$243K - $364K *

Shape the future of AI solutions by leading the design and deployment of large-scale systems. Collaborate with leadership to tackle complex challenges while driving innovation and mentoring engineerin...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$243K - $364K *

Optimize enterprise AI solutions as you lead architecting and scaling production-grade systems, shaping technical direction while mentoring teams to drive innovation and excellence across complex chal...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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.