Environmental Engineer vs Process Engineer

Side-by-side career comparison in oil & gas

Environmental Engineer Process Engineer
Average Salary $89,796 - $132,122 $89,038 - $124,936
BLS Median $96,820 (BLS median) $105,550 (BLS median)
Open Positions 4 48
Education B.S. in Environmental Engineering or Environmental Science B.S. in Chemical Engineering or Process Engineering
Key Certifications
PE License HAZWOPER 40-Hour
PE License Six Sigma (recommended)
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Experience Levels Entry Level: 4 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 Environmental Engineer if you...

  • Have a background in Environmental Engineering
  • Are interested in excel and related technologies
  • Want to work at companies like BRS
Browse 4 Environmental 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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