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Chemical Engineers |
Now Hiring
Skilled Workers
Cheniere LNG
Golden Pass LNG
Motiva Enterprises
Sempra LNG
Total Petrochemicals
Valero |
General Description |
- 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.
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Sample of Job Titles |
- Process Engineer
- Chemical Engineer
- Engineer, Scientist
- Project Engineer
- Development Engineer
- Engineering Scientist
- Process Control Engineer
- Process Development Engineer
- Refinery Process Engineer
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What You Can Earn |
- $25.05 — Entry-Level Hourly Rate
- $55.75 — Experienced Hourly Rate
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Knowledge Required |
Engineering and Technology |
the practical application of engineering science and technology |
Chemistry |
the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo |
Mathematics |
arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications |
Physics |
physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications |
Production & Processing |
raw materials, quality control, costs, and other techniques |
English Language |
the structure and content of the English language |
Design |
techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models |
Computers and Electronics |
circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software applications |
Administration and Management |
business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
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Skills Required |
Critical Thinking |
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions |
Complex Problem Solving |
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions |
Active Listening |
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
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Troubleshooting |
Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it |
Active Learning |
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making |
Technology Design |
Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs
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Education |
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Most occupations in this area may require:
- High school diploma/GED
- Training in Vocational Schools
- Related On-the-Job Experience
- Associates degree
- Bachelors degree
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Related Occupations |
- Engineering Managers
- Agricultural Engineers
- Product Safety Engineer
- Nuclear Engineers
- Soil & Water Conservationists
- Nuclear Equipment Operation Technicians
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