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Chemical Engineers in Florida

Chemical engineers design equipment and develop manufacturing processes for producing chemicals and products like plastics, gasoline, detergents, and paper. They work in chemical plants, refineries, and manufacturing facilities, applying principles of chemistry, physics, and engineering to solve production problems and improve industrial processes. In Florida the median pay is $109,000 a year, 13% below the national median of $125,040.

$109,000median pay in Florida, per year
$83,720–$126,250middle half earn
230employed in Florida
$125,040U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in Florida

18open roles like this on employer career sites, 2 in Florida or remote
7employers hiring
13posted in the last 7 days
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What it takes

Preparation: Considerable preparation (most need a bachelor’s degree and several years of experience). Most hold a bachelor’s degree.

Skills that matter most

ScienceCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionComplex Problem SolvingActive LearningJudgment and Decision MakingSystems AnalysisSystems Evaluation

Knowledge areas

Engineering and TechnologyChemistryMathematics (knowledge)DesignPhysicsProduction and Processing

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Licenses and training in Florida

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O*NET-SOC 17-2041.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Florida, annual.