Chemical Engineers
Chemical engineers solve problems that involve using or making chemicals
91%
6%
0
National data for Chemical engineers (SOC 17-2041)
$40,190
$56,570
$88,100
$19.32
$27.20
$42.36
Based on Nebraska Wage Figures

Education

  • have a high school diploma or GED;
  • complete a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering;
  • some jobs require a master's degree or higher
  • Hours

  • Work longer than 40 hours a week.
  • Work a regular, set schedule.
  • May work evening or night shifts
  • CHEMICAL ENGINEERS will:
  • Often wear safety goggles and gloves
  • May work evening or night shifts
  • CHEMICAL ENGINEERS frequently :
  • Sit for long periods of time.
  • It is important that CHEMICAL ENGINEERS be able to:
  • See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
  • Speak clearly so listeners can understand.
  • Understand the speech of another person.
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