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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$120K - $210K *

Elevate water treatment solutions by applying innovative design strategies and technical expertise. Collaborate on complex projects ensuring optimal treatment processes while mentoring junior engineer...

3 weeks ago

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

$75K - $120K *

Contribute to advanced research in radiochemistry by leading experiments to optimize isotope production and recycling processes while ensuring regulatory compliance and safety standards are met...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $220K *

Join a team that's redefining recycling processes by leading metallurgical innovations. Oversee optimization efforts, mentor junior staff, and ensure product quality while collaborating with plant ope...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $121K *

Empower safety initiatives by implementing training, auditing, and technical support to enhance employee safety and compliance across multiple facilities, ensuring a culture of health and safety excel...

Woodbridge, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $224K *

Lead the design and deployment of advanced thermal processing equipment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient manufacturing integration and process stability in high-volume en...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $176K *

Lead the charge in advancing injection molding technologies and processes, providing technical expertise and collaboration across teams to enhance manufacturing performance and product quality in the...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $176K *

Drive innovation in polymer processing by leading injection molding initiatives, optimizing manufacturing performance, and collaborating across teams to enhance product quality and efficiency in medic...

Largo, FLRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $110K *

Innovate in a senior role addressing complex environmental remediation projects, overseeing staff, managing client expectations, and ensuring quality and safety in all aspects of project management...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$122K - $143K *

Drive innovation in electrochemical engineering by designing and testing advanced sensors for molten fluoride salt systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance system performance and e...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Lead and mentor a team of engineers while providing expert metallurgical consultancy across multidisciplinary projects. Drive technical excellence and ensure compliance with design standards and engin...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive process improvements and technical excellence in ceramic manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex issues, mentor junior engineers, and ensure sustained gains in...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Unlock advanced engineering solutions by evaluating complex process systems, resolving technical challenges, and guiding multidisciplinary teams to achieve operational efficiency and safety in diverse...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $134K *

Drive mechanical excellence by addressing equipment issues and implementing improvement projects. Collaborate with teams to enhance maintenance processes and ensure plant efficiency. Your expertise wi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in electrical design for specialized systems, overseeing everything from drafting to commissioning. Collaborate with teams to tackle environmental challenges while ensuring compliance...

Richmond, BCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead and optimize the Chemistry Laboratory team, ensuring accurate and timely analytical testing in compliance with cGMPs and quality standards. Mentor analysts and collaborate across functions to sup...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$177K - $277K *

Lead the manufacturing site to optimize operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and profitability while fostering a high-pe...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$141K - $220K *

Join a team that's committed to operational excellence and sustainability, driving performance in a high-hazard manufacturing environment. Lead with safety and compliance as priorities while engaging...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $180K *

Join a team that drives cutting-edge semiconductor development, executing experimental designs for novel fabrication methods in a dynamic environment. Enjoy autonomy and contribute to R&D processes im...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $118K *

Engineer innovative solutions to enhance silicon wafer manufacturing processes, focusing on safety, quality, and productivity. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement in a high...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$58K - $109K *

Explore your potential as you support experienced engineers in solving real-world challenges, enhancing product performance, and developing your technical skills through hands-on experience and struct...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $140K *

Drive new machinery development by creating innovative concepts and prototypes. Lead technical projects from inception to testing, collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency, and mentor peers in bes...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Manage engineering projects by analyzing specifications and coordinating production processes. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues, improve productivity, and ensure quality control while guiding...

Guelph, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to enhance production efficiency through innovative tooling engineering. Lead projects that optimize manufacturing processes, reduce downtime, and ensure the highest quality parts for...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Analyze materials and provide technical expertise to support R&D, product development, and quality improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to investigate performance issues and drive data...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $90K *

Join our RNA chemistry team to drive process development and optimization for Prime Editing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance genetic medicine through hands-on manufacturing and inno...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.