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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$75K - $100K *

Explore a dynamic 24-month Process Engineering Rotational Program, engaging in hands-on projects across various semiconductor processes. Collaborate with mentors and teams to enhance production effici...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $108K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovating materials for wind turbine blades. As a materials engineer, you'll ensure structural integrity and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform the IE&C function, enhancing reliability and efficiency across sites. Lead a team in developing and implementing strategic plans for electrical systems, controls, and instrument maintenance...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead a team of mechanical designers to innovate and develop next-gen Coolant Distribution Units. Oversee product design, CAD standards, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance engineering excell...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$67K - $173K *

Optimize biologics drug substance manufacturing processes while managing technical challenges and equipment capabilities. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and drive innovation in a state...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$73K - $136K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee chemical processing operations, ensuring optimal tank chemistry and process efficiency. Drive continuous improvements and collaborate with engineering teams to enhance p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $136K *

Champion the oversight of chemical processing operations, ensuring optimal tank chemistry and compliance. Drive continuous improvements and support fabrication processes while collaborating with engin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Optimize maintenance operations by leading and mentoring teams for equipment safety, regulatory compliance, and effective project execution in a fast-paced manufacturing environment...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead engineering initiatives to enhance safety, efficiency, and reliability across projects. Influence investment strategies while developing your team to tackle technical challenges in a dynamic oper...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee materials management operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency. Lead daily activities, conduct risk assessments, and foster a culture of accountability whi...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of healthcare engineering by leading mechanical HVAC design, ensuring project quality, and mentoring a talented team while managing budgets and timelines for diverse MEP projects...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Empower clients in the refining sector by delivering expert solutions, training, and support. Leverage your skills in process problem-solving while fostering strong relationships, ensuring customer su...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead and manage complex engineering projects for advanced semiconductor gas abatement systems, ensuring alignment with technical, budgetary, and safety goals while mentoring teams and driving product...

2 weeks ago

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

$86K - $127K *

Elevate operational excellence by providing technical support and optimizing processes in a manufacturing environment, while facilitating skill development and preparing for future maintenance roles...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Transform municipal wastewater infrastructure by leading design and delivery of innovative projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance community impact through effective engineering...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $160K *

Lead the charge in driving revenue growth and customer engagement through technical sales of engineered polymer compounds, focusing on account management and application solutions in a dynamic, perfor...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$218K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of process engineering by leading design initiatives, optimizing operations, and ensuring compliance with safety standards in petroleum refining and chemical proc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$96K - $145K *

Lead manufacturing process enhancements, driving quality and compliance improvements. Collaborate with teams to deliver efficiency initiatives and support new product transitions, ensuring high standa...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Join our dynamic team to support electrical design for specialized systems, enhancing your skills through mentorship. Contribute to innovative solutions addressing environmental challenges across the...

Richmond, BCIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$141K - $220K *

Strategize innovative sourcing strategies while leading cross-functional collaboration. Take charge of vendor management, risk assessments, and contract negotiations, fostering strong partnerships to...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading process innovations and improvements in manufacturing. Utilize lean methodologies and technical expertise to enhance safety, efficiency, and product quality while collab...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of biopharmaceutical manufacturing by leading the design and improvement of critical electrical systems, ensuring reliability and compliance while driving sustain...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the development and launch of a new gas strut product line, optimizing manufacturing processes and collaborating across teams to ensure quality and efficiency in production. Drive technical exper...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $183K *

Transform your career by driving innovative manufacturing processes and systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance production efficiency, contribute to continuous improvement, and lead project...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Champion operational excellence by driving process standardization, fostering cross-departmental collaboration, and implementing data-driven improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs across...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.