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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$100K - $120K *

Lead innovative geochemical and water quality projects, enhancing environmental assessments and permitting for mining. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive impactful solutions and expand...

Markham, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Elevate environmental standards by leading geochemical and water quality projects in mining. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and promote sustainability while managing cli...

Victoria, BCIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Inspire change by leveraging your expertise in geochemistry and water quality to lead impactful mining projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance environmental assessments and promote sustain...

Sidney, BCIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance LNG facility designs, ensuring compliance with safety standards and operational efficiency. Leverage your expertise to drive project success and men...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$92K - $110K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic R&D team, enhancing product compliance and performance through engineering expertise. Collaborate across functions to drive improvements in manufacturing processe...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $228K *

Champion innovative energy solutions as a Senior Project Manager, overseeing complex isotope production programs. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance project outcomes while ensuring compliance a...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $148K *

Transform workplace safety with your expertise by managing and enhancing occupational health programs. Lead regulatory compliance, emergency preparedness, and risk management initiatives to foster a c...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform global manufacturing through advanced process control expertise, optimizing production and sustainability. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement innovative solutions that enhance opera...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$126K - $196K *

Invent a safer and more efficient future as you lead operations, drive productivity, and champion continuous improvement within a collaborative team environment, ensuring excellence in safety, quality...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $175K *

Elevate your career by applying advanced engineering techniques to design and coordinate mechanical systems for energy and infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency while collaborati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $158K *

Drive innovative mechanical designs for energy and infrastructure projects. Lead project segments, ensuring compliance and efficiency while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-p...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$116K - $175K *

Grow your career with us to lead mechanical systems design for energy and infrastructure projects. Collaborate across teams, solve complex challenges, and deliver high-performance, reliable systems wh...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Elevate project execution by leading capital, construction, and process improvement initiatives from concept to completion while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards in a collaborativ...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving process innovation to enhance efficiency and quality. You'll lead projects, utilize LEAN methodologies, and ensure compliance while optimizing operations to deliver outstand...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead maintenance efforts by managing technicians, improving efficiency, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Develop maintenance programs, oversee emergency and routine repairs, and manage...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team where you'll oversee E&I operations, ensuring efficiency and safety. Manage technicians, develop maintenance programs, and drive site initiatives for optimal equipment performance...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$127K - $159K *

Elevate aerospace innovation by leading advanced R&D initiatives that enhance safety and efficiency. Apply your expertise in data science and materials to develop predictive models and scalable soluti...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $155K *

Transform plant operations by leading engineering projects, enhancing detergent processing, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with teams to optimize efficiency, ensure compli...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $155K *

Lead and mentor a team of engineers to enhance Wet Etch equipment performance, reliability, and maintenance strategies, while driving continuous improvement initiatives for excellence in semiconductor...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Transform innovative cooling technologies by applying thermal and mechanical engineering principles. Collaborate across teams to develop solutions for high-performance electronics, ensuring reliabilit...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $145K *

Drive the development and execution of innovative semiconductor equipment solutions, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet customer needs and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $100K *

Transform mechanical operations by providing expert engineering support for maintenance and troubleshooting of fixed and rotating equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability in a dynamic m...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $166K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading impactful process engineering initiatives. Collaborate with teams, mentor engineers, and enhance customer experiences through continuous improvement and strat...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading the design and deployment of advanced control systems and automation solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and reliability in critical manufacturing processes wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing innovative mechanical solutions for electronic products. Collaborate across engineering and manufacturing to enhance product quality and efficiency, driving...

1 week ago

  •   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.