Summary Chemical Engineer in the Cariboo Region
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Description

Chemical engineers research, design, and develop chemical processes and equipment, oversee the operation and maintenance of industrial chemical, plastics, pharmaceutical, resource, pulp and paper, and food processing plants and perform duties related to chemical quality control, environmental protection and biochemical or biotechnical engineering. They are employed in a wide range of manufacturing and processing industries, consulting firms, government, research and educational institutions.

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Requirements

University

This occupation usually requires a university degree (bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate).

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Wages

$47.78/hour

Median wage in British Columbia

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Prospects

Moderate

The job prospects are fair in British Columbia

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Jobs

3 jobs

advertised in British Columbia

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Competencies

  • Quality Control Testing
  • Product Design
  • Troubleshooting
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Decision Making

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