Chemical Engineer vs Process Engineer

Side-by-side career comparison in oil & gas

Chemical Engineer Process Engineer
Average Salary Not listed $89,038 - $124,936
BLS Median $105,550 (BLS median) $105,550 (BLS median)
Open Positions 3 48
Education B.S. in Chemical Engineering B.S. in Chemical Engineering or Process Engineering
Key Certifications
PE License FE/EIT
PE License Six Sigma (recommended)
Top Skills
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Top Hiring Companies
Experience Levels Entry Level: 3 Entry Level: 38, Senior Level: 10
Career Path Entry Level → Mid Level → Senior → Lead/Principal View full career path → Entry Level → Mid Level → Senior → Lead/Principal View full career path →

Which Is Right for You?

Choose Chemical Engineer if you...

  • Have a background in Chemical Engineering
  • Are interested in core engineering and related technologies
  • Want to work at companies like Nalco Water, An Ecolab Company
Browse 3 Chemical Engineer jobs →

Choose Process Engineer if you...

  • Have a background in Chemical Engineering
  • Are interested in excel and related technologies
  • Want to work at companies like Tesla
Browse 48 Process Engineer jobs →

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