Median annual earnings of chemical engineers were $72,490 in 2002. The middle 50 percent earned between $58,320 and $88,830. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $48,450, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $107,520.
According to a 2003 salary survey by the National Association of Colleges and Employers, bachelor's degree candidates in chemical engineering received starting offers averaging $52,384 a year, master's degree candidates averaged $57,857, and Ph.D. candidates averaged $70,729.
Chemical engineers build a bridge between science and manufacturing, applying the principles of chemistry and engineering to solve problems involving the production or use of chemicals. They design equipment and develop processes for large-scale chemical manufacturing, plan and test methods of manufacturing products and treating byproducts, and supervise production. Chemical engineers also work in a variety of manufacturing industries other than chemical manufacturing, such as those producing electronics, photographic equipment, clothing, and pulp and paper. They also work in the healthcare, biotechnology, and business services industries.
The knowledge and duties of chemical engineers overlap many fields. Chemical engineers apply principles of chemistry, physics, mathematics, and mechanical and electrical engineering. (See chemists and materials scientists; physicists and astronomers; mechanical engineers; electrical and electronics engineers, except computer; and mathematicians elsewhere in the Handbook.) They frequently specialize in a particular chemical process such as oxidation or polymerization. Others specialize in a particular field, such as materials science, or the development of specific products such as fertilizers and pesticides, automotive plastics, or chlorine bleach. They must be aware of all aspects of chemicals manufacturing and how it affects the environment, the safety of workers, and customers. Because chemical engineers use computer technology to optimize all phases of research and production, they need to understand how to apply computer skills to chemical process analysis, automated control systems, and statistical quality control.
.Little or no growth in employment of chemical engineers is expected though 2012. Although overall employment in the chemical manufacturing industry is expected to decline, chemical companies will continue to research and develop new chemicals and more efficient processes to increase output of existing chemicals. Among manufacturing industries, pharmaceuticals may provide the best opportunities for jobseekers. Many of the jobs for chemical engineers, however, will be in nonmanufacturing industries, especially services industries such as research and testing services. Even though no new jobs due to growth are expected to be created, many openings will result from the need to replace chemical engineers who transfer to other occupations or leave the labor force.
.Information on careers, employment, education, training, conferences, and publications on chemical engineering is available from:
Additional information on careers in chemical engineering is available from:
See the introduction to the section on engineers for information on working conditions, training requirements, and other sources of additional information.
- Chemical Manufacturing Industry News Yahoo. Quotes and other information supplied by independent providers identified on the Yahoo. Data and information is provided for informational purposes only, and is not intended for trading purposes. nor any of its data or content providers (such as Capital IQ, Hemscott, CSI and exchanges) shall be liable for any errors or delays in the content, or for any actions taken in reliance thereon. Questions or Comments.
Summary of: http://biz.yahoo.com/news/chemicals.html
Workers involved in production and installation, maintenance, and repair hold about half of all jobs. Although some chemical manufacturers produce and sell consumer products such as soap, bleach, and cosmetics, most chemical products are used as intermediate products for other goods. The seventh segment, pharmaceutical and medicine manufacturing, is covered in a separate Career Guide statement. The basic chemicals segment produces various petrochemicals, gases, dyes, and pigments. Plastics materials used for mixing and blending resins on a custom basis also are produced in this industry segment.
Summary of: http://www.bls.gov/oco/cg/cgs008.htm
Please drop in to see all the new changes.
Summary of: http://www.chemalliance.org/
All rights reserved. What is REACH.
Summary of: http://www.cefic.org/
They design equipment and develop processes for large-scale chemical manufacturing, plan and test methods of manufacturing products and treating byproducts, and supervise production. Chemical engineers also work in a variety of manufacturing industries other than chemical manufacturing, such as those producing electronics, photographic equipment, clothing, and pulp and paper. They also work in the healthcare, biotechnology, and business services industries. The knowledge and duties of chemical engineers overlap many fields. Manufacturing industries employed 55 percent of all chemical engineers, primarily in the chemicals, electronics, petroleum refining, paper, and related industries.
Summary of: http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos029.htm
Becker SE Becker Acroma Accepta Water Treatment UK Acheson Industries (ICI subsidiary) US Acmos Chemie DE Acordis UK AccuStandard Inc. US Acros Organics (Fisher Scientific subsidiary) BE Advanced Material Resources Ltd. Marks UK Air Liquide FR Air Products and Chemicals Inc. US BOC UK Bochemie Group CZ Bohlender DE Borealis Technical CA Borer Chemie AG CH Boron Isotopes (Eagle-Picher subsidiary) US Borregaard Industries Ltd. UK Chemoxy International UK ChemSyn (Eagle-Picher subsidiary) US Chimica Industriale Dr Balsano IT China National Chemical Construction Corporation (CNCCC) CN ChiRex Inc.
Summary of: http://www.liv.ac.uk/Chemistry/Links/chemcomps1.html
Workers involved in production and installation, maintenance, and repair hold about half of all jobs. Although some chemical manufacturers produce and sell consumer products such as soap, bleach, and cosmetics, most chemical products are used as intermediate products for other goods. The seventh segment, pharmaceutical and medicine manufacturing, is covered in a separate Career Guide statement. The basic chemicals segment produces various petrochemicals, gases, dyes, and pigments. Plastics materials used for mixing and blending resins on a custom basis also are produced in this industry segment.
Summary of: http://www.collegegrad.com/industries/manuf03.shtml
Featured Partner How does a company instill and promote an innovative culture. Learn how to create an internal environment that promotes innovation and creativity.
Summary of: http://www.chemindustry.com/
Click here to Access SOCMA's Online Member Directory. Demchko as vice chairman of the INFORMEX¨ Committee which helps plan and guide the show's development. Upcoming Events Chemical Security Summit June 26-28 in Baltimore. INFORMEX¨ 2006 February 21 - 24, 2006 in New Orleans, LA. 24-Hour Chemical Security Emergency Notification Service Available Automated voicemail service available to communicate emergency information to SOCMA Members.
Summary of: http://www.socma.com/