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 *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovating precision electronic test products. Leverage your mechanical engineering expertise to design, develop, and enhance cutting-edge solutions while collaborating...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive the development and implementation of satellite architectures, engaging in mechanical and thermal analysis, design integration, and environmental testing while collaborating with diverse teams t...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to support business growth by leveraging engineering expertise and commercial acumen. Collaborate across functions to deliver accurate cost estimates and compelling proposals, enha...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the development and scale-up of innovative manufacturing processes for Gas Diffusion Electrodes, collaborating across disciplines to drive quality and performance in advanc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$89K - $149K *

Elevate packaging innovation by leading complex projects from concept to commercialization. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure robust, scalable solutions while mentoring early-career engineers a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $150K *

Shape the future of spacecraft power systems by leading the design and development of high-voltage electronics for innovative orbital projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to prototype, test, and...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $188K *

Unlock efficiency and innovation as you analyze and enhance manufacturing processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with safe...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Manage capital projects and facility engineering initiatives to support manufacturing growth. Collaborate with leadership, contractors, and consultants to ensure safe execution within budget and timel...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$141K - $220K *

Drive quality improvements across APM manufacturing sites by leading initiatives, partnering with teams, and translating customer needs into actionable plans. Focus on enhancing first-pass quality, re...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $105K *

Unlock your potential as you provide essential technical support in manufacturing operations. Drive improvements, engage in product investigations, and enhance processes, all while collaborating with...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $220K *

Join a dynamic team to lead quality initiatives in Advanced Performance Materials. Drive improvements in product quality, reduce variabilities, and enhance customer satisfaction by collaborating with...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's advancing innovative mechanical systems in product development. You will oversee design processes, conduct feasibility studies, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring high-quali...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$141K - $220K *

Lead the charge in quality excellence across Advanced Performance Materials. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive improvements in product quality, minimize variability, and enhance customer satisfa...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to the reliability of rotating equipment in a refinery by applying engineering principles to troubleshoot and resolve issues, ensuring optimal performance and cost efficiency, while enhanci...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Unlock the potential of construction safety through the development and implementation of effective health programs, ensuring compliance and fostering a proactive culture to prevent incidents on diver...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$82K - $138K *

Engage in innovative water treatment solutions as a mid-level engineer, applying advanced techniques to tackle complex challenges. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance water quality and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$145K - $180K *

Elevate application engineering by leading the optimization of adhesive processes, providing hands-on development and technical expertise while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver inn...

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

$140K - $165K *

Innovate within the semiconductor packaging sector by leading a skilled team, driving data-driven improvements, and collaborating closely with clients to optimize product functionality and performance...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$129K - $211K *

Champion enterprise-wide process safety governance, providing technical leadership and strategic direction to enhance compliance and risk reduction across global manufacturing sites while fostering co...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$111K - $153K *

Champion the design and development of innovative glass melting systems, leading projects from concept to commissioning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance glass quality and throughput...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Champion operational excellence by leading engineering strategies, managing capital projects, and driving process improvements to enhance manufacturing efficiency and safety. Collaborate with cross-fu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence at a manufacturing facility, driving capital projects, process improvements, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance operational performance and support...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team as a senior technical leader, driving engineering strategy and operational excellence across manufacturing, maintenance, and quality. Influence cross-functional teams and lead capi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering impactful environmental solutions. In this hybrid role, you'll conduct site investigations, develop remediation strategies, and collaborate with multidiscipl...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Champion environmental compliance by overseeing regulatory adherence and safety programs across multiple facilities. Drive sustainability initiatives and ensure operational excellence while managing a...

2 weeks 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.