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How much do chemical engineering consulting jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for chemical engineering consulting in the United States is $87,487.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,500.00 and $106,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How much do chemical engineering consultants make?

Chemical engineering consultants typically earn between $70,000 and $150,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and project scope. Senior consultants with specialized skills or certifications can earn higher salaries, often exceeding $150,000. Compensation may also include bonuses and benefits based on performance and client contracts.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Chemical Engineering Consultant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Chemical Engineering Consultant, you need a strong background in chemical engineering principles, process design, and problem-solving, usually supported by a bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemical engineering and relevant industry experience. Familiarity with process simulation software (such as Aspen Plus or HYSYS), project management tools, and relevant safety certifications is typically required. Exceptional communication, analytical thinking, and client management skills help consultants build trust and deliver effective solutions. These skills and qualities are essential for providing actionable expertise, ensuring project success, and fostering strong client relationships in a highly technical and collaborative field.

Can a chemical engineer make 200k a year?

Experienced chemical engineers working in senior roles, management, or specialized industries such as oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, or consulting can earn salaries of $200,000 or more annually. Achieving this level often requires advanced skills, relevant certifications, and significant industry experience. Entry-level or mid-career chemical engineers typically earn lower salaries, with higher earnings associated with leadership positions or specialized expertise.

Can a chemical engineer work in consulting?

Yes, chemical engineers often work in consulting roles where they provide expertise on process design, safety, and optimization for various industries. These positions typically require strong problem-solving skills, knowledge of chemical processes, and often involve project management and client communication.

Can chemical engineers make 300k?

Chemical engineers can earn $300,000 or more annually, typically in senior roles such as engineering managers, technical directors, or those working in high-paying industries like oil and gas or pharmaceuticals. Achieving this salary often requires extensive experience, advanced degrees, specialized skills, and sometimes working in leadership or executive positions. Salary levels vary based on location, company size, and individual expertise.

What types of projects might I work on as a chemical engineering consultant, and how do these projects typically differ from in-house engineering roles?

As a chemical engineering consultant, you will likely work on a variety of short- and long-term projects across multiple industries, such as pharmaceuticals, energy, manufacturing, and environmental services. Unlike in-house roles that may focus on a single facility or product line, consulting projects often involve troubleshooting process inefficiencies, designing new systems, implementing regulatory compliance solutions, or optimizing existing operations for different clients. This variety allows you to gain broad exposure to different technologies and business models, but also requires adaptability and strong project management skills to juggle multiple clients and timelines.

What is chemical engineering consulting?

Chemical engineering consulting involves providing expert advice and solutions to organizations in the chemical, pharmaceutical, energy, and manufacturing industries. Consultants help clients solve technical challenges, optimize processes, improve safety and efficiency, comply with regulations, and implement new technologies. They often work on projects such as process design, troubleshooting, risk assessment, and environmental impact evaluations. Chemical engineering consultants bring specialized knowledge and experience to help companies achieve their goals more effectively.
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Mechanical / Chemical Engineer - Engineering (*** | Exempt) [DA108/ProfF084Y1]

Mechanical / Chemical Engineer - Engineering (*** | Exempt) [DA108/ProfF084Y1]

ProSidian Consulting

Aiken, SC

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago


Job description

Company Description

ProSidian is a Management and Operations Consulting Services Firm focusing on providing value to clients through tailored solutions based on industry leading practices.  ProSidian services focus on the broad spectrum of Risk Management, Compliance, Business Process, IT Effectiveness, Energy & Sustainability, and Talent Management.  We help forward thinking clients solve problems and improve operations.

Launched by former Big 4 Management Consultants; our multidisciplinary teams bring together the talents of nearly 190 professionals nationally to complete a wide variety of engagements for Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies of all sizes.  Our Services are deployed across the enterprise, target drivers of economic profit (growth, margin and efficiency), and are aligned at the intersections of assets, processes, policies and people delivering value.

ProSidian clients represent a broad spectrum of industries to include but are not limited to Energy, Manufacturing, Chemical, Retail, Healthcare, Telecommunications, Hospitality, Pharmaceuticals, Banking & Financial Services, Transportation, Federal and State Government Agencies.  Learn More About ProSidian Consulting at www.ProSidian.com.

Job Description

ProSidian Seeks a Mechanical / Chemical Engineer - Engineering headquartered near Savannah River Site / Aiken, South Carolina to support an engagement for Nuclear Energy Sector Clients The Savannah River Site (SRS), a 310 square mile (198,046 acres) Department of Energy site, is located in the sand-hills region of South Carolina. It encompasses parts of Aiken, Barnwell and Allendale counties and is bordered on the west by the Savannah River and Georgia. SRS is close to several cities, including Augusta, Georgia and Columbia, South Carolina. It is also within a few hours of Atlanta, Savannah, Charleston, Greenville and Charlotte. 

This *** | Exempt position currently best aligns with the Mechanical Process Engineer DA 108 Labor Category and ideal candidates exhibit the ability to visualize, analyze, and convert data and experiences to meet performance challenges while confidently engaging in productive "Jugaad" and dialogue targeting mission success.  ProSidian Team Members work to provide temporary staffing support services to support Savannah River Remediation (SRR), the Liquid Waste (LW) Contractor located at the Department of Energy Savannah River Site in Aiken, SC 29808.  Services anticipated includes storage, integration, treatment and disposition of the liquid radioactive waste being managed at the Savannah River Site (DOE).

Mechanical / Chemical Engineer - Engineering Candidates shall work to support requirements for 0 and provide Mechanical Process Engineer DA 108 Support Services to the U.S. Department of Energy | Savannah River Site (SRS) in Aiken, SC 29808. This professional works as part of a Staff Augmentation Support Service Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) on behalf of The Savannah River Remediation (SRR), the Liquid Waste (LW) Contractor located at the Department of Energy Savannah River Site.Staff Augmentation Support Services align with multiple department requirements including, but not limited to, the following: Accounting | Integration Management | Business | Information Technology | Clerical | Procedures |Construction | Project Controls | Design Authority | Quality Assurance and Quality Control | Design Services | Radiological Controls | Engineering  | Safety and Health | Estimating | Supply Chain Management |Human Resources | Training | Industrial Hygiene | Program / Project Management | etc.

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Qualifications

The Mechanical / Chemical Engineer - Engineering shall have consecutive employment in a position with comparable responsibilities within the past five (5) years, Must be able to use a computer to communicate via email; and proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word/Excel/PowerPoint) and related tools and technology required for the position.  Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria. All employees, in the performance of their respective responsibilities, shall conduct themselves in the highest possible standards of ethical and business conduct.  The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined.

Required Qualifications are commensurate with functional and technical requirements of the Mechanical / Chemical Engineer position. Minimum Education are commensurate with functional and technical requirements of the Mechanical / Chemical Engineer position. Base Experience/Skills are commensurate with functional and technical requirements of the Mechanical / Chemical Engineer position. Standard Work Hours are commensurate with functional and technical requirements of the Mechanical / Chemical Engineer position. Area Security Access/Security Clearance are commensurate with functional and technical requirements of the Mechanical / Chemical Engineer position.

TRAVEL:  Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings, events, site visits, or other training requirements.  Travel is coordinated with the technical point of contact and approved in writing by the Contracting Officer in advance, is allowed, in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations.  LOCATION:  Work shall be conducted at or in proximity to Savannah River Site / Aiken, South Carolina

  • U.S.  Citizenship Required - You must be a United States Citizen
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills (This employer participates in the e-Verify program)
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)
  • All ProSidian staff must be determined eligible for a "Facility Access Authorization" (also referred to as an "Employment Authorization") by the USG's designated Security Office.
  • Other Requirements and Conditions of Employment Apply
  • May be required to complete a Financial Disclosure Statement
  • Must be able to submit to and qualify for varying levels of background investigative requirements, up to a Top Secret or DOE "Q" clearance.

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Additional Information

CORE COMPETENCIES
* Teamwork - ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader
* Leadership - ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives
* Business Acumen - understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people
* Communication - ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing
* Motivation - persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions
* Agility - ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams
* Judgment - exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications
* Organization - ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks
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OTHER REQUIREMENTS
* Business Tools - understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office.  The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
* Business Tools - understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office.  The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
* Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the biggest challenges across private, public and social sectors
* Curiosity - the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together
* Humility - exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have impact and make a difference
* Willingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom
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BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS
At ProSidian, we invest in our employees to help them stay healthy and achieve work-life balance. Our team members receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes Competitive Compensation, Group Health Insurance Health Benefits, 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan Contributions, Vacation and Paid Time off (PTO) Benefits, Pre-Tax Payment Programs, Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans, a ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program, Performance Incentives, etc.  Our comprehensive benefits package includes a medical, dental and vision plan.  Our growing list of benefits currently include the following:
* Competitive Compensation:  Pay range begins in the competitive ranges with full Gold Level (Tier 1) Group Medical Benefits, Pretax Employee Benefit Plan, plus performance incentives
* Group Health Insurance Health Benefits:  Group Health Insurance Including Medical, Dental And Vision Insurance: Contributions are deducted from pay on a Pretax basis - Employee and family coverage is available with employer contribution to Employee (only) premiums under the Health Plan.
* 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans help you save for your retirement.  Eligible employees can make before-tax contributions to the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan to help you save for retirement.  Contributions are deducted from pay on a pretax basis - wide range of investment options available with personal financial planner available to assist you. The Plan is a Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.

* Vacation And Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits:  The flexibility of Paid Time Off (PTO) lets you set your own priorities. Eligible employees use PTO for vacation, a parent-teacher conference, a doctor's appointment, or any number of events in your life.  Currently these benefits include Vacation/Sick days - 2 weeks | Holidays - 10 Federal Government.
* Pre-Tax Payment Programs:  Pre-Tax Payment Programs currently exist in the form of a Premium Only Plan (POP).  These Plans offer a full Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and a tax benefit for eligible employees.
* Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans:  We want you to achieve financial success. We offer a Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through The ProSidian Corporate Perks Benefit Program - Helping You Do More With Less:  https://ProSidian.CorporatePerks.com.  This provides special discounts for eligible employees on products and services you buy on a daily basis.
* Security Clearance: Due to the nature of our management and operations consulting engagements for Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies of all sizes; oftentimes there are Security Clearance requirements for Engagement Teams handling sensitive Engagements in the Federal Marketplace.  A Security Clearance is a valued asset in your professional portfolio and adds to your credentials based on past, present, and future work.
* Leverageable Experience and Thought Leadership:  By collaborating with firm leadership, other members of the team, as well as Fellows and collaborating partners in what is a flat organization, you'll make valuable professional connections, interact with clients daily, gain leverageable Experience, and contribute to Thought Leadership while you build a basket of marketable experiences.
* ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program:  ProSidian Consulting will pay up to $5k for all referrals (payments made after new hire has been employed for 90 days) for candidates submitted through our Employee Referral Program.
* Performance Incentives:  Due to the nature of our management and operations consulting engagements for Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies of all sizes there are performance incentives associated with each new client that each employee works to pursue and support.
* Flexible Spending Account:  A special account you put money into that you use to pay for certain out-of-pocket health care costs.  You don't pay taxes on this money.  A flexible spending account, also known as a flexible spending arrangement, is one of a number of tax-advantaged financial accounts, resulting in payroll tax savings.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - See Below Instructions On The Best Way To Apply
ProSidian Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ProSidian Consulting has made a pledge to the Hiring Our Heroes Program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the "I Hire Military" Initiative of The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) for the State of North Carolina.  All applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of Veteran Status.
Furthermore, we believe in "HONOR ABOVE ALL" - be successful while doing things with the right way.  The pride comes out of the challenge; the reward is excellence in the work.  FOR EASY APPLIC...


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ProSidian is a management and operations consulting firm with a reputation for its strong national practice spanning six solution areas including Risk Management, Energy & Sustainability, Compliance, Business Process, IT Effectiveness, and Talent Management. We help clients improve their operations. Linking strategy to execution, ProSidian assists client leaders in maximizing company return on investment capital through design and execution of operations core to delivering value to customers. Visit www.ProSidian.com or follow the company on Twitter at www.twitter.com/ProSidianfor more information.

Industry

Business schools and computer and management training

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US

Year founded

2004

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