Chemical Engineering Technologist
Chemical technologists and technicians provide technical support and services or may work independently in chemical engineering, chemical and biochemical research and analysis, industrial chemistry, chemical quality control and environmental protection. They are employed by research and development and quality control laboratories, consulting engineering companies, in chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical and a variety of other manufacturing and processing industries, and by utilities, health, educational and government establishments.
Typical Duties:
- Applies mathematical, physical, and chemical concepts to set up and conduct chemical experiments and analyses;
- Employs techniques that include chromatography, spectroscopy, and microscopy;
- Uses chemical separation techniques, as well as standard synthetic or purification procedures to, among others, prepare organic and inorganic compounds;
- Operates and maintains laboratory and process equipment;
- Prepares solutions of gas or liquid using prescribed laboratory procedures;
- Conducts qualitative and quantitative analyses, and statistical calculations to interpret results;
- Applies knowledge of engineering design principles to assist in the development of chemical processes;
- Undertakes chemical engineering procurement, construction and inspection of facilities;
- Operates chemical process pilot plants;
- Applies problem solving and trouble-shooting skills to industrial chemical operations;
- Assures adherence to applicable health, safety and environmental regulations;
- Participates in the development of standards, policies and procedures;
- Applies chemical synthesis procedures in the development of new compounds;
- Assists in the design of chemical apparatus;
- Employs information technology that is relevant to chemical engineering.
Educational Requirements:
Three-year college program in chemical engineering technology