Chemical Engineering Degree — Jobs & Salaries

Career paths for chemical engineering graduates in process industries, pharmaceuticals, and energy.

Avg. Median Salary

$116,008

Highest Paying

$171,270

Entry-Level

$60,390

Career Paths

Career Paths with a Chemical Engineering Degree

#	Job Title	Median Salary	Salary Range	Jobs
1	Architectural and Engineering Managers	$171,270	$120,810 – $262,760	220,260
2	Natural Sciences Managers	$167,220	$79,710 – $316,850	108,690
3	Petroleum Engineers	$144,910	$81,440 – $253,200	18,060
4	Industrial Production Managers	$126,060	$78,000 – $205,520	246,250
5	Chemical Engineers	$125,040	$79,420 – $182,880	21,070
6	Environmental Engineers	$107,110	$69,990 – $162,220	38,340
7	Chemists	$91,240	$58,460 – $160,830	82,770
8	Food Scientists and Technologists	$88,720	$52,920 – $145,280	13,060
9	Chemical Plant and System Operators	$78,120	$48,400 – $111,930	16,610
10	Chemical Technicians	$60,390	$41,740 – $92,040	57,540

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS. Degree-to-occupation mapping based on common career paths.