Chemical Engineer Jobs in New Jersey

Chemical Engineer jobs in New Jersey are open across Cherry Hill, East Hanover, and Totowa and other New Jersey metros, with employers like LANXESS, Hikma, and Englewood Lab hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles25+
Top employerLANXESS
Top cityCherry Hill, NJ
Cities hiring15
Work type96% On-site
Top industryChemicals

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Jobot
Process Engineer
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Process Engineer
Jobot
Totowa, New Jersey
Specialized Engineering
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Engineering (Non-Software)
Chemical Engineering
$125k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Air Liquide
Senior Process Safety Engineer
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Senior Process Safety Engineer
Air Liquide
Branchburg, New Jersey
Specialized Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Chemical Engineering
On-Site
Associate's

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Englewood Lab
Chemist
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Englewood Lab
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Chemist
Englewood Lab
Totowa, New Jersey
Laboratory Research
Biotech & Life Sciences
Specialized Engineering
Chemical Engineering
$68k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Graver Technologies
Chemical Process Engineering Manager
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Graver Technologies
Added 6d ago
Chemical Process Engineering Manager
Graver Technologies
Newark, New Jersey
Specialized Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Chemical Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
201-500

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Chemical Operator
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Chemical Operator
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Newark, New Jersey
Manufacturing Operations
Specialized Engineering
Chemical Engineering
$28 - $32/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Chemical Engineer Jobs by City in New Jersey

Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Cherry Hill
3 jobs
East Hanover
3 jobs
Totowa
3 jobs
Bloomfield
2 jobs
Bridgewater
2 jobs
Newark
2 jobs
Swedesboro
2 jobs
Allendale
1 jobs
Branchburg
1 jobs

Chemical Engineer Job Market in New Jersey

A snapshot from current New Jersey openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • LANXESS
    LANXESS4
  • Hikma
    Hikma3
  • Englewood Lab
    Englewood Lab2
  • MAPEI Corporation
    MAPEI Corporation2
  • Nouryon
    Nouryon2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Chemicals & Materials14
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals4
  • Manufacturing2
  • Consulting & Professional Services1
  • Electronics & Hardware1

What New Jersey Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in chemical engineer jobs across New Jersey.

  • 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

Chemical Engineer Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions

How many chemical engineer jobs are there in New Jersey?

There are 25+ chemical engineer openings in New Jersey on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Cherry Hill, East Hanover, and Totowa. New positions post regularly as employers across New Jersey hire.

How much do chemical engineers make in New Jersey?

Chemical engineers in New Jersey earn a median of about $126,760 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $81,040 for the lowest 10% to over $185,190 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which New Jersey cities have the most chemical engineer jobs?

Cherry Hill, East Hanover, and Totowa have the most chemical engineer openings in New Jersey right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire chemical engineers in New Jersey?

Employers hiring chemical engineers in New Jersey include LANXESS, Hikma, and Englewood Lab, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote chemical engineer jobs in New Jersey?

Yes. About 4% of chemical engineer openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in New Jersey metros.

How do I apply for chemical engineer jobs in New Jersey?

You can apply to chemical engineer jobs in New Jersey directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred New Jersey location, then apply to each one that fits.

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