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Chemical Engineer jobs are open across petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, food processing, and materials manufacturing, from entry-level process roles to senior principal and R&D director positions, with common specializations in process engineering, polymer science, and reaction kinetics. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Graduate Chemical Engineer - Industrial
At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.
Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.
About us:
Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.
We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.
Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.
Job Summary:
This position will be within our Industrial Division working on projects focused on Industrial and Process Manufacturing Facilities. The ideal candidate has a B.S. in Chemical Engineering. This individual will be assigned to project(s) and asked to perform certain tasks under the direction of a registered Professional Engineer. Candidate needs to accept direction and supervision well, but will be encouraged to try to solve engineering problems. Individual will also assist in client contact and communication pertaining to specific projects and perform drafting to illustrate designs they have conceived.
Responsibilities:
- Assists in the preparation or modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, studies, permits and designs for assigned projects.
- Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents.
- Assists in client contact and communication pertaining to specific projects.
- “Teams” with Senior Engineer and participates in all the work the Senior Engineer is performing as an observer.
- Operates engineering software to solve specific problems, and inputs the data required by the program.
- Familiarize themselves with state-of-the-art design and various state and local regulations.
- Work to increase technical competency in the design of compressible and incompressible piping systems, development of Process Flow and Process & Instrumentation Diagrams, and general Industrial and Process design.
Qualifications
- B.S. in a Chemical degree from ABET accredited school.
- Past experience through co-op or summer internships helpful.
- E.I.T a plus.
Benefits:
- Gain invaluable industry experience and practical engineering skills.
- Work with a diverse team of professionals, fostering networking opportunities.
- Access to mentorship and guidance from experienced engineers.
- Competitive compensation package.
- Potential for full-time job offers for outstanding performers.
Location: Nashville, TN
Travel: Yes <10%
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.
Experience
Preferred: Past experience through co-op or summer internships helpful
Education
Required: Bachelors or better in Chemical Engineering
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Graduate Chemical Engineer - Industrial
At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.
Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.
About us:
Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.
We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.
Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.
Job Summary:
This position will be within our Industrial Division working on projects focused on Industrial and Process Manufacturing Facilities. The ideal candidate has a B.S. in Chemical Engineering. This individual will be assigned to project(s) and asked to perform certain tasks under the direction of a registered Professional Engineer. Candidate needs to accept direction and supervision well, but will be encouraged to try to solve engineering problems. Individual will also assist in client contact and communication pertaining to specific projects and perform drafting to illustrate designs they have conceived.
Responsibilities:
- Assists in the preparation or modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, studies, permits and designs for assigned projects.
- Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents.
- Assists in client contact and communication pertaining to specific projects.
- “Teams” with Senior Engineer and participates in all the work the Senior Engineer is performing as an observer.
- Operates engineering software to solve specific problems, and inputs the data required by the program.
- Familiarize themselves with state-of-the-art design and various state and local regulations.
- Work to increase technical competency in the design of compressible and incompressible piping systems, development of Process Flow and Process & Instrumentation Diagrams, and general Industrial and Process design.
Qualifications
- B.S. in a Chemical degree from ABET accredited school.
- Past experience through co-op or summer internships helpful.
- E.I.T a plus.
Benefits:
- Gain invaluable industry experience and practical engineering skills.
- Work with a diverse team of professionals, fostering networking opportunities.
- Access to mentorship and guidance from experienced engineers.
- Competitive compensation package.
- Potential for full-time job offers for outstanding performers.
Location: Nashville, TN
Travel: Yes <10%
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.
Experience
Preferred: Past experience through co-op or summer internships helpful
Education
Required: Bachelors or better in Chemical Engineering
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- LANXESS26
- ExxonMobil23
- Dennis19
- Audubon Companies16
- ASM15
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services140
- Chemicals & Materials139
- Electronics & Hardware107
- Manufacturing97
- Energy76
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in chemical engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in chemical engineering or a closely related discipline
- Proficiency in process simulation software such as Aspen Plus or HYSYS
- Experience with process design, scale-up, and unit operations in an industrial setting
- Familiarity with safety standards including PSM, HAZOP, and EPA risk management protocols
- Professional Engineer license or active pursuit of PE licensure preferred for senior roles
- Six Sigma, Lean manufacturing, or statistical process control experience in continuous improvement
Tips for Your Chemical Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to process industries
Chemical engineer job postings vary sharply by sector. A resume that leads with distillation column design reads differently to a refinery than to a biopharma plant. Match your process experience, unit operations, and software tools to the specific industry in each posting.
Quantify yield, throughput, and cost impact
Hiring managers in chemical engineering respond to outcomes, not duties. Replace phrases like 'managed reactor operations' with specific improvements in conversion rate, cycle time, or material cost. Numbers tied to process variables make your experience legible to technical reviewers.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists chemical engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your simulation tools
Many chemical engineer roles filter candidates by software proficiency in Aspen Plus, HYSYS, or MATLAB. If a posting names a specific tool prominently, flag it in your resume skills section and address it in your cover letter with a concrete example of how you used it.
Prepare for a technical screen before the panel
Most chemical engineering interviews include at least one mass-balance or heat-transfer problem before you meet the hiring manager. Practice working through unit operations problems out loud so you can show your reasoning, not just your answer, under time pressure.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary
In chemical engineering roles, the process units you own, the capital projects you touch, and whether you have lab or field exposure all affect your career trajectory. Ask about project ownership and capital budget access before the compensation conversation starts.
Chemical Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most chemical engineers?
The companies hiring the most chemical engineers right now include LANXESS, ExxonMobil, and Dennis, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is strongest in petrochemical refining, specialty chemicals, and biopharma manufacturing.
How many chemical engineer jobs are remote?
About 8% of chemical engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, which is lower than most engineering disciplines because the role is often tied to physical plant operations. The sub-areas with the most remote flexibility are process modeling, regulatory affairs, and technical sales support, where lab or field presence is not required.
How do you become a chemical engineer?
You become a chemical engineer by earning a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from an ABET-accredited program, which covers thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, mass transfer, and reaction engineering. From there, most entry-level roles require an internship or co-op in a process or manufacturing environment. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam and later the PE exam strengthens your credentials for senior and licensed roles.
How do you get hired as a chemical engineer with little experience?
Candidates with little experience get hired by emphasizing co-op, internship, or undergraduate research that involved real process or lab work, even at small scale. Posting a project on GitHub that shows simulation or data analysis skills helps compensate for a thin work history. Entry-level process engineer and manufacturing associate titles are the most common starting points and rarely require prior full-time experience.
What does the chemical engineer interview process look like?
The interview process for a chemical engineer typically starts with a recruiter screen focused on background and availability, followed by a technical phone or video interview covering unit operations, process safety, or a take-home case study. Finalists usually complete an on-site or virtual panel with engineering peers and a hiring manager, which often includes a whiteboard or verbal walk-through of a design or troubleshooting problem.
Where can I find and apply to chemical engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to chemical engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States in one place. Search by role, location, or industry, find the positions that fit your background and goals, and apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.
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