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How much do chemist engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for chemist engineer in Raleigh, NC is $24.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.58 and $27.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a chemist engineer?

Chemist Engineers, often referred to as Chemical Engineers, are professionals who apply principles of chemistry, physics, mathematics, and engineering to solve problems involving the production or use of chemicals, fuel, drugs, food, and many other products. They design processes and equipment for large-scale manufacturing, plan and test production methods, and oversee facility operations. Chemical Engineers work in a variety of industries, including energy, pharmaceuticals, food processing, and environmental protection. Their work ensures that products are produced efficiently, safely, and sustainably.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a chemist engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Chemical Engineer, you need a solid background in chemistry, mathematics, and engineering principles, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or a related field. Familiarity with process simulation software (like Aspen Plus or ChemCAD), safety regulations, and industry certifications such as FE or PE is often required. Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills set exceptional professionals apart in this role. These skills are crucial for designing safe, efficient processes and collaborating effectively to solve complex engineering challenges.

What are some common challenges a chemist engineer faces when transitioning projects from the laboratory to large-scale production?

Chemist Engineers often encounter challenges when scaling up from lab experiments to full-scale manufacturing, such as maintaining product quality, ensuring process safety, and optimizing cost-efficiency. Variations in reaction yields, unexpected equipment issues, and the need for strict regulatory compliance can complicate this transition. Effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams—including safety, quality assurance, and production staff—is crucial to address these challenges and refine processes for consistent, safe, and economical operation.
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Infographic showing various Chemist Engineer job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,622 per year, or $24.3 per hour.

Project Chemist/Data Validator

Haley & Aldrich

Cary, NC

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago


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8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

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Job description

Find your path and enjoy the journey at Haley & Aldrich. With us, you'll tackle clients' most meaningful challenges in the built and natural environments - and, in turn, build stronger communities. You'll work with teams of passionate colleagues, driven by a commitment to technical excellence and continuous learning.

As a company, we aim to build a world where communities go beyond resilience, embracing change as an opportunity to enhance safety, well-being, and quality of life. Join us to accelerate this vision and your professional development.

We are looking to add new talent to our growing team! We are currently seeking a Project Chemist/Data Validator to work in a technical support role with highly skilled professionals on diverse project teams in a dynamic environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing group and company and get involved in a variety of projects for a diverse range of clients. This is a full-time position, located at any of our Haley & Aldrich offices, nationwide.

In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting site assessment and remediation projects by performing comprehensive data validation on soil, water, and air environmental laboratory results. You will be responsible for ensuring data integrity and regulatory compliance, collaborating closely with project teams nationwide, and providing technical guidance on environmental data management and quality assurance. This position offers the opportunity for broad project exposure, technical growth, and interdisciplinary teamwork within a leading environmental consulting firm. 
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
In this position, you will:

  • Serve as scientist/chemist to perform project support and data validation services. 
  • Ensure compliance with technical and quality assurance requirements. 
  • Write or review Quality Assurance Project Plans. 
  • Provide guidance in value-added ways for our scientists and engineers to leverage data to make informed decisions. 
  • Work closely with teams working in other offices across the US.  
  • Understand project requirements and client needs. 
  • Lead portions of technical project work from project scoping through final deliverables under the direction of senior staff. 
  • Demonstrate the company's foundational safety behaviors. 

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
Minimum Skills and Requirements:

  • BS/BA degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geology, Mathematics, Statistics, or related subject. Chemistry preferred. 
  • 4+ years of environmental data validation experience, including a demonstratable ability to review data according to the National Functional Guidelines. 
  • Proficiency with data acquisition, instrument reporting, and Laboratory Information Management systems or environmental relational database management systems such as EQuIS. 
  • Knowledge of Federal and state environmental regulatory requirements. 
  • Proficient technical writing, verbal communication, reasoning, and time management skills. 
  • Able to work independently on individual tasks supporting technical work and exhibit the ability to manage tasks and perform work on multiple projects or multiple tasks simultaneously. 
  • Desire to learn and grow in your profession, demonstrate a positive attitude, strong work ethic, resourcefulness, flexibility, and ownership. 

The salary range for this position nationwide is 65,000 - 85,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based upon a variety of factors such as education, related work experience, certificates, skills, and current market conditions. Haley & Aldrich reviews salary ranges each quarter to assess competitiveness with the market. This role is eligible to participate in the company's discretionary bonus program. This role may be eligible to receive a sign-on bonus.

About Haley & Aldrich 

Haley & Aldrich is committed to solving our clients' most meaningful challenges in the built and natural environments. Our team of 1,000+ engineers and scientists across the United States draws inspiration from one mission: to work closely with clients as they navigate change to create safer, more robust places to live and work. Since our founding in 1957, organizations across the public and private sectors have relied on us for technical excellence and empathetic leadership that achieve results and secure a thriving tomorrow. Find us at haleyaldrich.com and LinkedIn.

Haley & Aldrich is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, age, disability, veteran, or any other legally protected status. We offer excellent career growth, a highly competitive total compensation plan, and a solid benefits package. Interested candidates should apply on our Careers page.

Note to external search firms: Haley & Aldrich does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Please do not send resumes to Haley & Aldrich employees. Please work through a Talent Acquisition Manager.

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