Mathematical skills
Chemical Engineers use the principles of calculus and other advanced topics in mathematics for analysis, design, and troubleshooting in their work.
Chemical Engineers
Descriptions & Duties
- Chemical Engineers apply the principles of chemistry, physics, and engineering to solve problems that involve the production or use of chemicals, and devise processes for manufacturing chemicals and products. They are also responsible for developing safety procedures for those working with potentially dangerous chemicals, evaluating equipment and processes to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and estimating production cost for management.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Trade Specific Competencies
General Requirements
Academic qualification
Normally have a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering. Holders of relevant higher diplomas can articulate to related degree programmes.
Professional qualification
Corporate member of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) in Chemical Discipline, or equivalent
Experience
4 to 6 years of relevant work experience
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $20,000-$40,000
Monthly Salary $20,000-$50,000
Monthly Salary $30,000-$70,000
Monthly Salary $50,000-$110,000
Related Education & Training
Work Environment
- Chemical Engineers work mostly in offices or laboratories. They may need to spend time at industrial plants, refineries, and other locations, where they monitor, direct operations, and solve onsite problems.
Tools
- Catalytic combustion analysers - Catalytic reactors
- Centrifuges
- Chemical absorption gas analysers - Gas absorbers
- Chromatographic scanners - Chromatographic scanning equipment
- Dewatering equipment - Sludge dryers
- Distillation pipings or columns or fittings - Distillation columns
- Distillation systems
- Freezedryers or lyophilizers
- Goggles - Safety goggles
- Heat exchangers
- Laboratory evaporators
- Laboratory filtration hardware or accessories - Filtration systems
- Laboratory mixers - Agitators; Benchtop mixers; Powder mixing equipment
- Mass spectrometers
- Processing tanks - Mixing tanks
- Robotic or automated liquid handling systems - Vial handling systems
- Scanning probe microscopes - Atomic force microscopes
- Spectrometers - Surface analysis spectroscopes
