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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$154K - $196K *

Empower environmental solutions by providing engineering expertise in groundwater and soil vapor remediation. Collaborate on innovative designs, optimize systems, and ensure compliance with regulation...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $156K *

Champion the advancement of packaging equipment through technical support, project management, and cross-functional collaboration to optimize processes and meet quality standards, while driving strate...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in driving innovative programs by applying technical expertise and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance products and processes, delivering solutions that meet customer...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$74K - $150K *

Elevate your career by driving innovation in industrial automation and material handling. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and prototype cutting-edge solutions that address real-worl...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$74K - $150K *

Transform innovative concepts into practical solutions by developing prototypes and integrating mechanical, electrical, and software systems. Collaborate across teams to address real-world challenges...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $154K *

Drive progress in piping materials engineering for industrial gas projects, overseeing material selection, specifications, and compliance from design through construction, while coordinating resources...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $180K *

Engineer improvements in production processes and equipment. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency, troubleshoot issues, and drive mechanical reliability while mentoring junior staff and managi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$185K - $205K *

Lead and mentor a team in dry etch engineering, driving process optimization and manufacturing efficiency in a high-volume semiconductor environment. Collaborate across teams to enhance quality and op...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $96K *

Optimize warehouse operations by identifying and eliminating inefficiencies. Collaborate with teams to implement solutions and enhance processes, ensuring compliance with stewardship requirements whil...

4 days ago

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

$166K - $245K *

Empower innovation in industrial automation by driving strategic partnerships, harnessing cutting-edge technology solutions to enhance efficiency, safety, and sustainability within mining operations...

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development and commercialization of high-performance coatings for industrial and wood applications. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation, optimize costs, and ensure compliance with m...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Transform research into impactful therapeutic solutions by leading organic chemistry experiments, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and mentoring junior staff to advance scientific discovery...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's focused on pioneering the PEEK-insulated copper magnet wire production process. Lead equipment commissioning and ensure quality standards while driving innovation from pilot to comm...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead analytical lab operations, ensuring cGMP compliance and reliable outcomes. Foster team performance, manage client projects efficiently, and provide technical guidance in a dynamic environment...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $125K *

Unlock potential by driving product safety and regulatory compliance efforts globally. Join a dynamic team to lead compliance strategy, streamline operations, and ensure safe product stewardship throu...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$128K - $162K *

Drive innovative R&D testing to enhance hardware and processes, collaborating with engineers and scientists to execute experiments, analyze data, and generate insights for scalable solutions and impac...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $169K *

Empower engineering excellence by leading wastewater and stormwater projects, providing technical oversight, and mentoring teams to deliver innovative solutions while ensuring quality and compliance a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $169K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role overseeing engineering projects in wastewater and stormwater management. Collaborate with teams, mentor engineers, and ensure quality solutions while enhancing ind...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $210K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by managing technical resources, optimizing plant operations, and driving capital projects. Partner with multidisciplinary teams to enhance productivity, safe...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Contribute to innovative software engineering solutions that enhance energy and chemical process simulations, collaborating with global teams to design, develop, and maintain advanced software applica...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$74K - $150K *

Drive innovation in industrial automation by developing and prototyping advanced electromechanical systems. Collaborate across teams to transform concepts into practical solutions that address real-wo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead and optimize a multidisciplinary team focused on process improvement and innovation, ensuring project alignment with financial and operational goals while driving hands-on technical contributions...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Analyze product performance and reliability through comprehensive testing. Develop test plans and fixtures, collaborate with engineering teams, and ensure compliance with industry standards for high-q...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Optimize mechanical operations by leading hands-on repairs and inspections, collaborating with teams to ensure precision in heavy rotating equipment maintenance, and serving as the primary technical c...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative fuel system designs for aviation, port, and railyard projects. Leverage your expertise in mechanical engineering to deliver high-quality solutions while collaborating with multidis...

5 days ago

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

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.