Description: Chemical engineers solve problems involving the production or use of chemicals and other products while applying the principles of chemistry. They work in many manufacturing companys along with producing different types of energy, electronics, food, clothing, and paper.
Salary
Starting Salary: $64,902
Average Salary: $84,680
Gender Breakdown:
Male: 60%
Female: 40%
Job Outlook:
Chemical engineering is estimated to have a decrease of -2% from 2008-2018
Top 3 Schools:
1.Massachusetts Institues of Technology
2.University of California--Berkely
3.California Institues of Technology
Professional Societies:
AIChE
