... have the technical and economic background necessary to
carry out studies on the design and economic feasibility
of new chemical
plants.
... are hired to help industry comply with
the increasing number of EPA regulations for the protection
of the
environment.
... develop artificial intelligence
systems to control processes such as the operation of chemical
plants or the space shuttle
launch.
... cooperate with medical doctors and
biomedical engineers in projects such as the design and
development of artificial
organs and other
medical devices.
... carry out processes such
as plasma etching of silicon wafers used in fabricating microelectronic
circuits in the
manufacturing
of computer microchips.
... are responsible
for the chemical vapor infiltration-manufacturing of fiber-reinforced
composities, such as ceramic
tiles protecting the space shuttle at re-entry.
... are qualified to work in the broadest
possible spectrum of industrial jobs, ranging
from the
oil refineries to the
pharmaceutical and semiconductor
industry.
For a broader list of career
opportunities for chemical engineers,
detailed job descriptions,
and current job opportunities
visit our National
AIChE Career Page,
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