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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$110K - $130K *

Build your career with a technical leadership role that empowers innovation in industrial control systems and combustion technology, while mentoring the next generation of engineers and solving comple...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$187K - $249K *

Champion innovative electrical engineering solutions by providing senior-level project advisory and technical review services. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance dam and hydropower projects whi...

2 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Drive automation and production-line electrical design and integration efforts. Lead cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers while ensuring compliance and delivering innovative safety syste...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $135K *

Champion innovative municipal projects by leading design and delivery efforts. Leverage your expertise to mentor teams, manage client relationships, and drive successful outcomes in transportation, dr...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$146K - $229K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in advanced silica and polymer technologies. As a Senior R&D Scientist, you'll tackle complex challenges, influence technology strategy, and lead high-impact proj...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $165K *

Lead the charge in designing advanced electronic systems for innovative medical devices, enhancing product performance and compliance through expertise in circuit design, PCB layout, and cross-functio...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Shape the future of geotechnical engineering by overseeing laboratory testing, analyzing results, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Mentor junior staff while delivering high-quality rep...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Transform infrastructure design by leading the development of FRP composite products. Utilize expertise in closed molding and structural engineering to innovate solutions, ensuring compliance with ind...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $135K *

Optimize your engineering expertise by leading multi-discipline coordination and QA/QC efforts on utility-scale projects. Engage with stakeholders to ensure compliance and efficiency while driving inn...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $135K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by overseeing multi-discipline coordination, QA/QC processes, and technical guidance for utility-scale projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency throughout...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $150K *

Join a forward-thinking team as a Senior Electrical Engineer, leading innovative design projects in various sectors. Exercise your expertise to deliver energy-efficient solutions while collaborating i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$78K - $127K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of environmental infrastructure by designing innovative process mechanical systems for water and wastewater treatment projects across diverse industries...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $140K *

Contribute to the hydraulic design of pipeline and compression facilities, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations. Collaborate across teams to optimize system capacity and deliver safe ene...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Empower project success by leading construction initiatives, managing budgets, and ensuring timely delivery. Collaborate with teams and clients to drive quality outcomes while adhering to safety regul...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$96K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team as you design innovative automotive systems, integrating cutting-edge technologies to enhance driver safety and functionality. Your expertise will drive product development and sup...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$96K - $125K *

Develop innovative electromechanical systems for automotive applications, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams. Lead product designs and ensure seamless integration of components while dr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by overseeing comprehensive planning and design for multi-phase construction projects, ensuring technical integrity and regulatory compliance while collaborating with cross-functional...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$78K - $127K *

Shape the future of environmental infrastructure by leading process-mechanical design elements. Collaborate with diverse teams, ensure project specifications are met, and drive innovation in 3D modeli...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of our Roadway practice by leading multi-state initiatives, managing client relationships, and driving business development in the Ohio River Valley. Collaborate with teams to deliver...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Drive the growth of a new transportation engineering practice, shaping its direction and team while leveraging existing client relationships. Combine technical expertise with entrepreneurial leadershi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $150K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex transportation projects, managing client relationships, and guiding teams to ensure successful outcomes for state and local DOT clients. Drive project execution f...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $110K *

Engage as a key quality leader in a dynamic engineering environment, driving manufacturing excellence and quality initiatives across products and processes while collaborating with cross-functional te...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of recycling by leading extractive metallurgy initiatives, driving innovation in flowsheet design, and ensuring optimal performance from pilot to commercial scale in a strategic...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $190K *

Take ownership of extractive metallurgy processes, leading design and deployment of innovative recycling and refining flowsheets. Collaborate with leadership to drive technical excellence and ensure o...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Optimize cross-functional operations by leveraging engineering expertise to enhance performance, drive profit through analytics, and ensure strategic alignment across sales, marketing, and distributio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.