Process Engineer vs Project Manager

Side-by-side career comparison in oil & gas

Process Engineer Project Manager
Average Salary $89,038 - $124,936 $100,205 - $145,269
BLS Median $105,550 (BLS median) $101,480 (BLS median)
Open Positions 48 122
Education B.S. in Chemical Engineering or Process Engineering B.S. in Engineering or Business; MBA preferred
Key Certifications
PE License Six Sigma (recommended)
PMP (Project Management Professional) Six Sigma
Top Skills
Top Hiring Companies
Experience Levels Entry Level: 38, Senior Level: 10 Entry Level: 98, Senior Level: 20, Student: 1, Mid Level: 3
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 Process Engineer if you...

  • Have a background in Chemical Engineering
  • Are interested in excel and related technologies
  • Want to work at companies like Tesla
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Choose Project Manager if you...

  • Have a background in Engineering or Business Administration
  • Are interested in excel and related technologies
  • Want to work at companies like Oceaneering
Browse 122 Project Manager jobs →

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