Chemical Engineers
- Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Median Yearly Income
$113,677
Most Common Education Level
Bachelor's degree
Projected Job Growth
+9.38%
What do Chemical Engineers do?
Design chemical plant equipment and devise processes for manufacturing chemicals and products, such as gasoline, synthetic rubber, plastics, detergents, cement, paper, and pulp, by applying principles and technology of chemistry, physics, and engineering.
Career Interests Areas
- Realistic
- Investigative
- Conventional
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Data on career profiles are based on information supplied by the O*NET Program, sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor, Employment, and Training Administration.