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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Engineer and optimize welding processes across complex assemblies, ensuring quality and efficiency. Collaborate with technicians, lead training, and drive continuous improvement initiatives while supp...
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Product Development Engineer Principal
$110K - $130K *
Drive impactful solutions through innovative engineering practices, mentor junior staff, and navigate complex technical challenges across diverse markets while enhancing customer relationships and sup...
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$120K - $135K *
Develop and optimize engineering CapEx proposals, enhance productivity, and foster a positive work environment, while providing leadership and guidance for future growth in a dynamic manufacturing set...
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Engineer II, Process Engineering
$74K - $118K *
Engineer innovative manufacturing processes, enhance equipment reliability, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize production capabilities an...
1 week ago
$85K - $100K *
Shape the future of heat transfer products by developing innovative solutions and collaborating across teams to enhance existing product lines and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic engineering...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform engineering concepts into practical solutions by applying your expertise in instrumentation and control systems. Collaborate on projects, ensuring safety and quality while developing specifi...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, Water Project & Engineering Management
$125K - $150K *
Join as a senior leader driving engineering execution from FEED to commissioning. Manage complex projects ensuring safety, budget adherence, and resource optimization while enhancing value engineering...
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Sr. Chemist (UV Segment Leader)
$95K - $115K *
Bring your expertise to lead UV coatings innovation, driving product development and strategy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver customer-focused solutions while mentoring talent and...
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$85K - $110K *
Join us to lead HUD Multifamily Housing and Office of Healthcare Programs construction inspections. Manage operations, supervise teams, and ensure timely deliverables while maintaining high-quality st...
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New Product Development Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Take ownership of new product development projects, guiding them from concept to production. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure design, testing, and implementation meet customer needs and qualit...
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Product Development Engineer Principal
$110K - $130K *
Advance your expertise by leading transformative programs that enhance customer solutions and drive growth across various technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while mentoring junior p...
1 month ago
Engineer - Thermal-Hydraulic Methods Development
$79K - $137K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of reactor physics and technology. Drive technical development and support for thermal-hydraulic modeling tools while collaborating with experts to enhance nuclea...
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$80K - $95K *
Unlock your potential by leading engineering projects in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency while driving innovative solutions in...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in enhancing project management capabilities by delivering accurate, comprehensive P&IDs and specifications for new and legacy nitrogen pumping systems, ensuring optimal asset performa...
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$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in managing technical delivery of capital projects under $30M, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence while driving innovative engineering solutions and risk mitigation strateg...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive the technical delivery of small capital projects, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate solutions and manage risks throughout the pr...
1 week ago
$125K - $145K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing aerospace manufacturing processes. Leverage your engineering expertise to support production, ensure quality, and drive continuous improvement in composite pr...
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Process Engineering Supervisor
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing manufacturing processes and leading a skilled engineering group. Drive improvements in safety, quality, and efficiency while championing innovation and conti...
1 week ago
Manager, Discipline Facilities Engineering (Process)
$125K - $150K *
Drive excellence in process engineering for facility changes, ensuring compliance and quality across operations. Lead a team of engineers, manage projects, and enhance capabilities to meet business de...
3 days ago
$75K - $104K *
Help us enhance Industrial Control Systems performance through troubleshooting and collaboration. You will drive projects in Process Automation, ensuring compliance with safety standards while optimiz...
3 weeks ago
$64K - $95K *
Transform manufacturing processes by providing technical support, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring compliance with production specifications. Collaborate with teams to document procedures and train...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Advance your career by designing and refining laser diode fabrication processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance device performance and reliability, driving innovation in emerging m...
2 weeks ago
Engineer, Senior - Manufacturing*
$95K - $115K *
Take ownership of innovative engineering projects that shape cutting-edge technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle complex challenges, ensuring quality and compliance while drivin...
3 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Transform environmental strategy by leading compliance, risk management, and ISO 14001 practices. Collaborate across teams to embed sustainability and efficiency in operations, while ensuring adherenc...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Lead Engineer - Thermal-Hydraulic Methods Development
$98K - $188K *
Unlock potential by driving advancements in reactor physics and technology. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop and validate thermal-hydraulic modeling tools, ensuring compliance with regulator...
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What does a Chemical Process Engineer do?
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?
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?
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?
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