Process Engineer (Chemical) - Pay and progression
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Pay
Process or chemical engineers salaries vary depending on which field they are working in. Process or chemical engineers usually earn earn between $50,000 and $100,000 a year. However, experienced chemical engineers in senior management roles can earn more than this.
According to the 2006 Census, process engineer (chemical)s earned an average of $62,400 a year and worked an average of 40 hours per week. This includes full and part-time workers.
This information is provided as a guide only
Career Progression
Many process or chemical engineers move into project management or management positions. They may also work in polytechnics or universities as lecturers.
Updated
September 2009
