Explore Senior Chemical Engineer Jobs

Senior chemical engineers apply advanced engineering expertise to develop, optimize, and oversee processes that transform raw materials into valuable products. Browse vetted senior chemical engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more across industries such as energy, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, manufacturing, and materials science.

What Senior Chemical Engineers Do

Responsibilities vary by employer and industry, but senior chemical engineers commonly lead process design and improvement, evaluate equipment and production systems, troubleshoot complex technical issues, and guide projects from early development through scale-up and operation. They may also set performance goals, assess costs, and communicate recommendations to technical teams and business leaders.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or a related discipline, along with substantial experience in process engineering, manufacturing, or research and development. Depending on the position, useful qualifications may include expertise in process simulation, data analysis, process safety, regulatory compliance, and project management. Senior roles also call for strong communication, decision-making, and team leadership skills.

Industries and Career Paths

Senior chemical engineers work in sectors including specialty chemicals, oil and gas, clean energy, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, food processing, and advanced materials. With experience, they may advance into principal engineering, technical management, plant leadership, consulting, or executive roles.

Find Senior Chemical Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Discover vetted professional opportunities designed for experienced candidates and paying $100,000 or more. Explore senior chemical engineer listings to compare responsibilities, industries, and leadership potential, then find roles that fit your expertise and career goals.

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$103K - $135K *

Grow your career with a role focused on developing and optimizing manufacturing processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality control and implement Lean initiatives, while gain...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing plant operations through technical guidance, project execution, and process improvements, while ensuring safety and compliance in a continuous manufacturing environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Champion innovation in optical interconnect technologies, leading the design and development of advanced solutions for high-performance computing and networking applications, while collaborating with...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $165K *

Unlock potential by leading electrical engineering for feasibility studies, overseeing power distribution, infrastructure design, and ensuring optimal solutions while collaborating across disciplines...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $133K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of transportation planning, leading multidisciplinary projects to tackle complex challenges while enhancing your career in a collaborative, hybrid work environmen...

Nepean, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive innovative traffic engineering solutions to enhance mobility across Georgia. Leverage your expertise in traffic operations, safety analyses, and project management to deliver impactful results f...

2 weeks ago

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

$87K - $133K *

Elevate your career by leading complex transportation projects and enhancing safety and efficiency through traffic engineering and planning expertise, while mentoring junior staff within a vibrant, co...

Whitby, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$87K - $133K *

Unlock potential by leading multidisciplinary transportation projects, enhancing team performance, and fostering client relationships to deliver innovative solutions in traffic engineering and plannin...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$87K - $133K *

Join a team that's tackling complex transport challenges through innovative solutions. Collaborate with specialists on diverse projects in transportation planning and traffic engineering, enhancing tr...

Markham, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$87K - $133K *

Engineer groundbreaking transportation solutions while leading multidisciplinary projects. You’ll manage teams, foster client relationships, and contribute to innovative planning strategies across a v...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$87K - $133K *

Lead the charge in delivering multidisciplinary transportation projects while developing junior staff and fostering client relationships. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement innovative plannin...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative structural engineering solutions for a dynamic LNG project. Leverage 7-10 years of experience to lead design efforts, ensure compliance, and mentor junior engineers while managing mul...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform water and wastewater projects by leading design and construction efforts, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring compliance with technical specifications while collaborating with stakeholders...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading innovative hydrogeology projects, managing complex investigations, and transforming waste remediation practices for sustainable community impact. Collaborate with expert...

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

$137K - $193K *

Champion innovative electrical systems for advanced aerospace projects, from design to deployment. Lead multidisciplinary teams in developing reliable mixed-signal and embedded hardware, enhancing nex...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$97K - $138K *

Champion large-scale Engineering projects by providing technical guidance through all phases, optimizing planning, and ensuring compliance with regulations while managing budgets and contracts effecti...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$89K - $165K *

Lead the charge in complex product launches, driving NPI initiatives from kickoff to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability, quality, and operational readiness...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $110K *

Join us to drive innovation in capacitor manufacturing by optimizing processes, enhancing reliability, and fostering collaboration across teams. Your expertise will lead improvements in safety, qualit...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $187K *

Join a dynamic waste management team in a senior engineering role, leading projects and delivering sustainable solutions for diverse clients while mentoring junior staff and promoting health and safet...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$138K - $185K *

Manage the City’s engineering programs for water, stormwater, and sewer utilities. Oversee capital projects, ensure compliance with standards, and lead design and inspection efforts to enhance public...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Lead impactful capital projects in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of facility upgrades, utility systems, and manufacturing...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$72K - $103K *

Champion a dynamic team in manufacturing excellence, driving safety, quality, and efficiency. Lead process improvements and foster a culture of accountability while managing production schedules and t...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Optimize design delivery and technical strategy as a Senior Electrical Engineer, advocating for the Owner across diverse capital programs. Lead peer reviews, manage utility interconnections, and overs...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $155K *

Join a team that's redefining energy solutions by designing innovative fluid and power systems. As a Process Engineer, you'll drive the development and optimization of cutting-edge technologies in a f...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in parking structure design and project management. Oversee and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams tackling architectural and civil engineering projects, ensurin...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a senior chemical engineer do?question toggle

    A senior chemical engineer designs, improves, and oversees chemical processes and production systems. The role may include technical problem-solving, process safety, project leadership, cost analysis, and mentoring other engineers.

  • What qualifications are typically required for senior chemical engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many employers require a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or a related field and significant relevant experience. Requirements vary, and some positions value advanced degrees, industry-specific expertise, professional licensure, or experience leading teams and projects.

  • Which industries hire senior chemical engineers?question toggle

    Common employers include chemical and manufacturing companies, energy firms, pharmaceutical and biotechnology organizations, food processors, and advanced-materials businesses.

  • How much do senior chemical engineers earn?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as location, experience, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so candidates can explore qualifying senior chemical engineer opportunities.

  • What career paths can follow a senior chemical engineer role?question toggle

    Experienced engineers may progress to principal engineer, engineering manager, process or plant leader, technical director, consultant, or other executive positions.