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Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum ... Master's or PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Engineering or related science ...

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As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance fresh graduate chemical engineer 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.

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AspectFreelance Fresh Graduate Chemical EngineerEntry-Level Chemical Process Engineer
CredentialsDegree in Chemical Engineering, no experience requiredDegree in Chemical Engineering, some internship or project experience
Work EnvironmentSelf-employed, project-based, remote or on-siteCompany-based, typically on-site in industrial plants or labs
Employer & Industry UsageClients seeking specialized or short-term consultingManufacturing, petrochemical, or pharmaceutical companies

Freelance Fresh Graduate Chemical Engineers typically work independently on short-term projects, offering consulting services without long-term employment. Entry-Level Chemical Process Engineers are employed by companies to support ongoing production processes. Both roles require a chemical engineering degree, but freelancers operate more flexibly, while entry-level engineers are integrated into company teams.

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Chemical Engineer

Chemical Engineer

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

Tobyhanna, PA

$105K/yr

Other

Posted 10 days ago

U.S. Department Of Defense rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 536 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

29th of 50 rated military and defense

Job description

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Domestic Defense Industrial Base (DIB) Facilities and the Major Range and Test Facilities Base (MRTFB) to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.Qualifications:Who May Apply: US Citizens
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience and/or education requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) Assisting in the evaluation of chemical process or equipment failures to identify causes and recommend solutions, 2) Participating in the development or modernization of chemical processes by conducting technical studies or preparing process documentation, 3) Providing technical input or guidance on the application of chemical engineering specifications and procedures, AND 4) Preparing technical data packages for environmental permits or facility improvement contracts. This definition of specialized experience is typical work performed at the next lower grade/level position is the federal service (GS-11)
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Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position, such as chemical engineering.
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Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages.Education:FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/Employment Type: OTHER

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