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Chemical Engineer
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Chemical engineers solve problems involving the production or use of chemicals and other products.
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Average Pay: Qualifications: $64,800 - $108,000
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The Job
Chemical engineers design equipment and processes for large-scale chemical manufacturing, plan and test methods of manufacturing products and treating byproducts, and supervise production. Chemical engineers work in producing energy, electronics, food, clothing, healthcare and biotechnology.
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Work Environment
Indoor office or laboratory environment.
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College Majors
Chemical Engineering, Chemistry
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Minimum Qualifications
Chemical engineers apply principles of physics, mathematics, and mechanical and electrical engineering, as well as chemistry. Some specialize in nanomaterials.
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Personality traits helpful for this career
Engineers should be creative, inquisitive, analytical, and detail oriented. They should be able to work as part of a team and to communicate well, both orally and in writing.
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Quick Facts
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Compensation and Outlook
There will be employment growth for chemical engineers in service-providing industries, such as professional, scientific, and technical services, particularly for research in energy, biotechnology and nanotechnology.
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