4,475 Chemical engineer jobs in United States
- Senior Engineer/ScientistAH Environmental Consultants, IncNewport News, VA$115K - $225K (Employer est.)Easy Apply30d+
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- Graduate Chemical Engineer
All Weather Insulated Panels3.1 ★Little Rock, AR$39K - $55K (Glassdoor est.)Easy Apply30d+ - 30d+
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- CVD Coating Process Engineer
Pilkington North America Inc3.5 ★Ottawa, IL$77K (Employer est.)Easy Apply30d+ - 3d
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- Chemical EngineerAureus Energy Services (U.S.), Inc.Midland, TX$125K - $175K (Employer est.)Easy Apply13d
- Chemical Engineer/Plastic Engineer/Project Engineer
Frontier Performance Polymers Corporation3.7 ★Parsippany, NJ$70K - $100K (Employer est.)Easy Apply24h - Mechanical or Chemical Engineer - Senior LevelIFG - inspec facility group, inc.Portland, OR$100K - $120K (Employer est.)Easy Apply30d+
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Job Outlook for Chemical Engineer
Powered by Glassdoor Economic ResearchChemical engineering requires at least a bachelor’s degree, with many potential employees pursuing master’s degree or internship experience to increase their desirability to employers. Chemical engineers work mainly in laboratories or offices, although they may spend time onsite at industrial plants or refineries. Demand for chemical engineers is expected to grow at a similar rate to other occupations.
Frequently asked questions
Are you seeking employment as a chemical engineer? Then look no further than Glassdoor, where you'll find numerous companies who are hiring.
Do you have significant work experience? Then you could be the next senior or principal chemical engineer. Discover assistant and lead chemical engineer jobs, or if you're just starting your career as a chemical engineer, try filtering for junior, entry level, or graduate positions.
And once you've found your ideal position and have submitted your application, you should start preparing for the job interview. Browse through some of the top chemical engineer interview questions, and take note of the best way to answer them.
The more you know, the more you can control. This is especially true when you are trying to negotiate a good salary package for your new job. Be prepared so you're not caught off guard. Here are a few things to keep in mind if you want to get that high-paying chemical engineer job.
- Do some research and find out what chemical engineers near you are earning. Remember that the average salary in your area can be quite different from average salaries elsewhere.
- During salary negotiations, take into account your level of experience as a chemical engineer. You can use Glassdoor's total pay trajectory along the chemical engineer career path to compare the salaries of chemical engineers according to seniority level and get a better idea of what your skill level is worth.
- Make a list of the skills that are in high demand for chemical engineers, such as AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite, and problem-solving. Proficiency in sought-after skills can be a great bargaining chip.
A fair salary is only part of the total pay you can expect as a chemical engineer, and it's often the perks and benefits that make up your mind for you, especially if you have more than one job offer to consider. Your total pay could include the following:
- Performance bonuses, which are paid for meeting or exceeding predetermined goals, can form part of your pay as a chemical engineer.
- You could be offered stock options and profit-sharing.
- You can expect health insurance, paid vacation, and a retirement plan.
- Many companies offer paid time off and flexible working hours.