Facilities Engineer vs Process Engineer

Side-by-side career comparison in oil & gas

Facilities Engineer Process Engineer
Average Salary $147,100 - $176,633 $89,038 - $124,936
BLS Median $130,850 (BLS median) $105,550 (BLS median)
Open Positions 7 48
Education B.S. in Mechanical, Chemical, or Civil Engineering B.S. in Chemical Engineering or Process Engineering
Key Certifications
PE License API Certifications
PE License Six Sigma (recommended)
Top Skills
Top Hiring Companies
Experience Levels Senior Level: 4, 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 Facilities Engineer if you...

  • Have a background in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
  • Are interested in python and related technologies
  • Want to work at companies like SM Energy
Browse 7 Facilities 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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