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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$69K - $120K *

Advance your career by owning and enhancing CVD processes, driving innovation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve semiconductor manufacturing efficiency and quality...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $140K *

Contribute to innovative building designs by analyzing and engineering structural elements, collaborating within a multidisciplinary team to enhance project outcomes across diverse geographies and con...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by leading impactful water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance community infrastructure and public heal...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$99K - $139K *

Lead the charge in developing winning proposals for industrial water treatment projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure strategic alignment and successful execution from RFP to proj...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$99K - $139K *

Lead and manage a bid team to develop competitive proposals in industrial water treatment, focusing on high-purity water systems. Engage throughout the sales cycle, ensuring alignment with strategic g...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$109K - $162K *

Join a dynamic team to lead proposal development in industrial water treatment. Drive strategic initiatives, manage complex bids, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solu...

Oakville, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$99K - $139K *

Lead and shape innovative proposals in industrial water treatment, driving cross-functional teams to deliver winning solutions. Engage throughout the sales cycle, ensuring alignment with strategic goa...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Shape innovative healthcare projects as a Senior Mechanical Engineer, managing multidisciplinary teams, ensuring timely deliverables, and exceeding client expectations in a dynamic environment...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$124K - $150K *

Transform the future of healthcare design through mechanical engineering excellence. Lead multi-discipline projects, manage teams, and ensure innovative solutions to meet client expectations and proje...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $120K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on software testing and integration. Collaborate on national security projects, enhancing innovative technology through rigorous testing and configuration...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of software testing by collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance national security projects through rigorous acceptance, integration, and regression testing, ensuring hig...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $145K *

Champion environmental compliance by overseeing permitting, reporting, and regulatory adherence at a solvent-based manufacturing facility. Lead initiatives across air, water, and waste to maintain ISO...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$74K - $104K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing manufacturing processes and enhancing production efficiency. As a Process Engineer, you'll lead projects, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with cross-fun...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $155K *

Drive innovation by designing and supporting chemical systems for nuclear reactors, ensuring safety and efficiency. Collaborate with engineers and chemists to enhance BWR chemistry through hands-on te...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by supporting tax compliance and reporting while collaborating with teams and advisors. Engage in state and local tax processes, audits, and improvements, and stay informed on tax...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $175K *

Engage with enterprise customers to drive technical deployments, collaborating with sales and engineering teams. Shape product direction through customer insights and deliver impactful solutions acros...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$112K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing Olefins and Hydrocarbons plant performance globally. Provide technical leadership on capital projects, collaborate with specialists, and drive strategic impro...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Tackle complex construction engineering projects while ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders, resolve issues, and support quality assurance activities to deliver successf...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Engineer transformative public works projects by conducting thorough site inspections, ensuring compliance with regulations, and resolving complex issues to deliver outstanding infrastructure solution...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K *

Drive innovation by applying engineering expertise to enhance products and processes, ensuring robust solutions and continuous improvement while collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K *

Drive engineering excellence by applying expertise to enhance products and processes, ensuring robust technical solutions and continuous improvement while collaborating with diverse stakeholders in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive comprehensive risk control efforts by leading process safety management initiatives and collaborating across teams to ensure safety standards and mitigate operational risks in a dynamic environm...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$135K - $165K *

Champion the growth of dam engineering in the Southeast by leading complex projects, mentoring engineers, and building client relationships. Drive innovative solutions and ensure the success of multid...

2 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Empower your career by managing complex fire protection projects, designing systems, and ensuring compliance with safety codes. Lead a team while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating across di...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of subsurface resource recovery by spearheading innovative mechanical and electro-mechanical designs for high-performance systems. Lead a dynamic team and collaborate to ensure operat...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.