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Mercor

Chemical Engineering Expert - PE

New York, NY · Remote

$65 - $90/hr

Remote Commitment: 10 hours/week Role Responsibilities * Review and evaluate written content and AI-generated responses in chemical engineering for accuracy and quality. * Provide clear, well ...

Weekday AI

Chemical Engineering Expert

$65 - $90/hr

This is a flexible, fully remote, part-time opportunity requiring approximately 10 hours per week ... Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in the United States. * 2+ years of professional chemical ...

ERG

Senior Process Safety/Chemical Engineer

Golden, CO · Remote

ERG is seeking a Senior Process Safety Engineer or Chemical Engineer to join our Risk Management Program (RMP) and Process Safety Management (PSM) compliance and enforcement team providing support to ...

ERG

Senior Process Safety/Chemical Engineer

Concord, MA · Remote

ERG is seeking a Senior Process Safety Engineer or Chemical Engineer to join our Risk Management Program (RMP) and Process Safety Management (PSM) compliance and enforcement team providing support to ...

ERG

Senior Process Safety/Chemical Engineer

Fairfax, VA · Remote

ERG is seeking a Senior Process Safety Engineer or Chemical Engineer to join our Risk Management Program (RMP) and Process Safety Management (PSM) compliance and enforcement team providing support to ...

ERG

Senior Process Safety/Chemical Engineer

Raleigh, NC · Remote

ERG is seeking a Senior Process Safety Engineer or Chemical Engineer to join our Risk Management Program (RMP) and Process Safety Management (PSM) compliance and enforcement team providing support to ...

ERG

Senior Process Safety/Chemical Engineer

Fairfax, VA · On-site +1

$110K - $155K/yr

ERG is seeking a Senior Process Safety Engineer or Chemical Engineer to join our Risk Management Program (RMP) and Process Safety Management (PSM) compliance and enforcement team providing support to ...

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How much do remote chemical engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote 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.

What is a remote chemical engineer?

A Remote Chemical Engineer job involves applying chemical engineering principles to design, develop, and optimize processes from a remote location. These professionals work in industries such as pharmaceuticals, energy, manufacturing, and environmental engineering. They collaborate with teams using digital tools for simulations, data analysis, and process optimization. Responsibilities may include research, compliance monitoring, and troubleshooting process inefficiencies. Remote work requires strong communication skills and proficiency in industry software.

What does a remote chemical engineer do?

A typical day for a Remote Chemical Engineer involves collaborating virtually with colleagues, running simulations or calculations using specialized software, and preparing technical reports or project documentation. You'll attend online meetings to discuss project progress, troubleshoot process challenges, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams such as mechanical engineers or project managers. The remote nature of the role requires proactive communication and effective time management to meet project deadlines and ensure alignment with team goals. Additionally, you may occasionally visit client sites or manufacturing plants, depending on the project requirements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote chemical engineer?

To thrive as a Remote Chemical Engineer, you need a solid background in chemical engineering principles, process design, and analytical problem solving, usually supported by a degree in chemical engineering or a related field. Familiarity with process simulation software (such as Aspen Plus or ChemCAD), data analysis tools, and relevant certifications like Professional Engineer (PE) licensure can be important. Strong self-motivation, remote communication skills, and the ability to work independently within distributed teams are essential soft skills. These qualifications ensure you can effectively contribute to projects, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with cross-functional teams all while working remotely.

Can a remote chemical engineer work remotely?

Yes, many chemical engineering roles can be performed remotely, especially those involving process design, data analysis, or software development. However, some positions requiring laboratory work, equipment operation, or on-site inspections may require physical presence. Remote work opportunities often depend on the company's policies and the specific responsibilities of the role.
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Infographic showing various Remote Chemical Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,487 per year, or $42.1 per hour.

Chemical Engineer (P.E.) (3946)

Navarro Inc.

Paducah, KY • Remote

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting aChemicalEngineer (P.E.)(3946)in Paducah, KY.This is a remote position with travel to Paducah when needed.

Navarro is an award-winning provider of turnkey solutions, delivering comprehensive nuclear,environmentaland technical services to federal agencies, commercialenterprisesand private clients across the United States. Ourexpertisesupports organizations such as the Department of Energy, the National Nuclear Security Administration, the Department of Defense and NASA, while also extending to commercial industries and private sector partners facing complex engineering, technical and environmental challenges. Navarro specializes in nuclear operations, environmental remediation, D&D, waste management, advanced energy, facilities management, and technical and professional services. For more information, please visit Navarro-inc.com.

Position Summary

Navarro is seeking a Kentucky-licensed Professional Engineer (PE) - Chemical to support bid and task-based design engineering services forDepartmentof Energy (DOE) facility modification work in Paducah, Kentucky. This role supports chemical engineering design scope for existing DOE-owned facilities, including chemical systems, treatment systems, process flow development, and related engineering deliverables.

The work consists of chemical engineering support for modifications to existing facilities, including development of specifications, calculations, evaluations, statements of work, design drawings, process flow documentation, and field visits or project meetings at the Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant as required by individual task assignments.

Responsibilities

  • Provide chemical engineering support for DOE facility modification projects, chemical systems, treatment systems, and related process design scope.
  • Develop and review chemical engineering specifications, calculations, engineering evaluations, statements of work, design drawings, process flow documentation, and technical design deliverables.
  • Support development of process flow for treatment systems and coordinate with vendors on selection of treatment media where applicable.
  • Apply chemical engineering judgment to industrial chemical, treatment media, process system, and regulated facility design considerations.
  • Apply applicable design codes, standards, site procedures, engineering design control requirements, and assigned quality levels to task-based engineering work.
  • Coordinate with project managers, design engineering management, discipline leads, client representatives, and other technical staff to support task execution, reviews, schedules, and field visit needs.
  • Support work planning, technical input, milestone deliverables, engineering documentation, and design activities on an intermittent or task-specific basis as project requirements are defined.
  • Comply withsite access, safety, quality assurance, security, radiological control, and worker safety and health requirements applicable to DOE facility work.

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