Chemical engineering technicians

Chemical engineering technicians perform technical tasks to aid in chemical engineering research, and in the design, manufacture, construction, operation, maintenance and repair of chemical plant.

Skill level: Skilled

Check your Wage

  • The majority of Chemical engineering technicians earn a salary between $2,015 and $7,250 per month in 2024.
  • A monthly wage for entry-level Chemical engineering technicians ranges from $2,015 to $4,721.
  • After gaining 5 years of work experience, their income will be between $2,296 and $5,301 per month.

Tasks and duties

  • Assisting in research on and development of industrial chemical processes, plant and equipment, or testing prototypes
  • Designing and preparing layouts of chemical plants according to the specifications given
  • Preparing detailed estimates of quantities and costs of materials and labour required for manufacture and installation, according to the specifications given
  • Monitoring technical aspects of the construction, installation, operation, maintenance and repair of chemical plants to ensure satisfactory performance and compliance with specifications and regulations
  • Conducting chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists and engineers in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials
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