Chemical Process Engineer Jobs in Arizona
Chemical Process Engineer jobs in Arizona are active and concentrated in semiconductor fabrication, defense manufacturing, and specialty chemicals, with openings at every level from entry-level process technician to senior principal engineer. Phoenix and Chandler anchor most of the hiring, with Tucson adding a secondary cluster tied to mining and aerospace, and employers like Intel, Honeywell, and BASF Corporation maintaining a long-standing presence across the state. Process safety engineering, semiconductor process development, and environmental compliance are the sub-specialties appearing most consistently in Arizona postings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Primary purpose of the position:
Essential Responsible Areas:
- Complies with established job safety practices, policies, and procedures as specified in plant and corporate directives for the safe performance of the work assignment.
- Supports and follows the guidelines of the food safety system.
- Receives, stores, and handles hazardous and non-hazardous acids, caustics, oils, and other process materials, keeping accurate records of all materials received and shipped.
- Monitors and adjusts wastewater systems and sludge removal for EPA compliance.
- Advises management of any violations of environmental procedures regarding the labeling, storage, or spills of hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
- Performs troubleshooting on production and support equipment as required.
- Performs preventive maintenance on production and support equipment as required.
- Rebuilds, repairs, installs, and troubleshoots diaphragm pumps, centrifugal pumps, and chemical dosing/metering pumps.
- Performs piping installation, repair, modification, and maintenance for chemical-process and support systems.
- Fabricates components, brackets, supports, and other items to improve the safety, organization, accessibility, and functionality of assigned work areas.
- Conducts inspection of in-process materials, in-process product, and finished product.
- Responsible for replenishing supplies, materials, and parts required for assigned area.
- Performs record-keeping duties as required under the direction of management.
- Accesses, inputs, and retrieves information from the computer.
- Supplies and maintains required hand tools.
- May perform various lab chemical functions for assigned area.
- Initiates, reviews, and follows all standard operating procedures (SOPs) for area of responsibility.
Position Requirement & competencies:
Professional & Education Qualification
- High School Diploma or education equivalent required.
- Job-related experience for 2 years minimum.
- Preferred job-related experience of 8 years minimum.
Skills:
- Ability to apply standard evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard chemical process techniques, procedures, and criteria.
- Must be able to handle sensitive related and proprietary information in a confidential manner.
- Performs such individual assignments as management may direct.
- Must follow company policies, procedures, practices, and standards of conduct as outlined in the Ball Corporation manuals.
- Maintains an awareness and complies with hazardous waste management and other environmental management requirements in the workplace by attending scheduled training sessions.
- Thorough understanding of the operating principles of all assigned equipment.
- May require forklift license
- Ability to identify product defects.
- Ability to effectively train personnel.
- Ability to operate and functionally use a computer.
- Ability to use hand and power tools.
- Ability to perform proper handling of hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
- Must maintain professional competence, ethical integrity, knowledge, and skills.
Knowledge:
- Working knowledge of the following areas: basic knowledge of environmental regulations; knowledge of chemicals, oils, soluble oil compounds, water treatment process techniques, and/or chemical related manufacturing operations; nomenclature of all assigned equipment and products.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Expected Hiring Rate Range: $39.79/hr.
- This role will be eligible to participate in the annual incentive compensation plan.
- Please visit our "Total Rewards" page to learn more about Ball’s comprehensive benefits structure.
When submitting your application to Ball, we encourage you to emphasize your skills, experience, and qualifications that align with the role.
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- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visa, now or in the future, for this job opening.
This position will be posted internally for a minimum of 5 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in chemical process engineer jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or a closely related engineering discipline required
- Professional Engineer licensure in Arizona or eligibility to obtain reciprocal licensure preferred
- Experience with process simulation software such as Aspen Plus or HYSYS
- Familiarity with OSHA Process Safety Management regulations and hazardous materials handling
- Proven ability to lead process optimization and yield improvement projects in a manufacturing environment
- Strong technical documentation skills including P&IDs, process flow diagrams, and operating procedures
Chemical Process Engineer Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a chemical process engineer in Arizona?
The standard path is a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering followed by gaining process industry experience, then pursuing licensure through the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration, which governs Professional Engineer credentials in the state. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam and subsequently the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam are the core licensing steps. A PE license is not always required for entry roles but becomes important for senior or consulting positions in Arizona's regulated industries.
Which companies hire chemical process engineers in Arizona?
Employers hiring chemical process engineers in Arizona right now include Marketech International Corporation USA, Ball Corporation, and Bridgestone Americas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Arizona's semiconductor and defense manufacturing base means many of these openings sit within large integrated facilities that run continuous improvement and capital project teams in-house.
Which Arizona cities have the most chemical process engineer jobs?
Phoenix, Mesa, and Goodyear have the most chemical process engineer openings in Arizona. Phoenix and Chandler lead because of the concentrated semiconductor fabrication and advanced manufacturing corridors anchored by major chip producers and defense contractors, while Tucson's cluster reflects its mining processing operations and aerospace suppliers that require dedicated process engineering support.
Are there remote chemical process engineer jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. Chemical process engineering is fundamentally a hands-on, facility-based discipline requiring direct interaction with equipment, process lines, and safety systems, so most roles are on-site. About 0% of chemical process engineer openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be concentrated in process modeling, technical writing, or project engineering coordination functions rather than plant floor roles.
How can I get hired as a chemical process engineer in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to co-op or new graduate rotational programs at Arizona's large semiconductor and defense manufacturers, where structured onboarding exists for candidates without industry experience. Roles titled process technician, process development associate, or manufacturing engineer I serve as common stepping stones. Completing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam before graduating signals readiness to Arizona employers and provides a concrete credential edge over candidates who have not yet sat for it.
Where can I find and apply to chemical process engineer jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to chemical process engineer jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and target location, and apply directly to each position that fits.
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