Although positions for chemical engineers throughout the nation are expected to decline in the coming years, there will be plenty of Los Angeles engineer jobs for these workers. Visit http://losangeles.jobing.com/jobs/engineering for more information.
Chemical engineers use their knowledge of chemistry to solve problems with the production or use of chemicals and other products. They may design equipment and processes for large-scale chemical manufacturing, plan and test methods of manufacturing, and supervise production.
Chemical engineers work in a variety of manufacturing industries other than chemical manufacturing, including those that produce energy, electronics, food, clothing, and paper. They also may work in healthcare, biotechnology, and business services.
Most employers prefer to hire applicants who have a bachelor's degree in engineering from a program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology. Any engineer who works directly with the public also must obtain the proper license. You also may have to undergo a California public records check. Visit http://www.easybackgroundchecks.com/ca-california-background-check.htm to learn more.
There were about 31,700 chemical engineers throughout the nation during 2008, and that number is expected to decrease by 2 percent by 2018, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Employment of chemical engineers in Los Angeles County is anticipated to increase by 3.7 percent to 280 workers by 2018, while employment throughout California should grow by 5 percent to 2,100 workers by that time, according to the California Employment Development Department.
About 36 percent of all engineers work in manufacturing; while 30 percent work in professional, scientific, and technical services; 12 percent work for governments; and many work in construction, telecommunications, and wholesale trade.
The median wage for chemical engineers in Los Angeles County was $92,572 per year during 2010. Employees in the 25th percentile earned $76,292 per year and employees in the 75th percentile earned $111,105 per year.
