Chemical Engineer Career

Job Description: Design chemical plant equipment and devise processes for manufacturing chemicals and products, such as gasoline, synthetic rubber, plastics, detergents, cement, paper, and pulp, by applying principles and technology of chemistry, physics, and engineering.


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Chemical Engineer Career

What Should I Major in to Become a Chemical Engineer?

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Required Education



Bachelor's Degree usually needed for this career