Is Major Chemicals a Good Career Path?

Top 9 highest paying major chemicals jobs and benefits.

Chemistry is the study of matter. It’s a broad field that can lead to many different careers, including lucrative ones. In fact, many people choose chemistry as their major because they want to get into the pharmaceutical industry or other companies that make products for everyday life (like car makers).

1. Petroleum engineer

Petroleum engineering is a field of engineering concerned with the exploration, extraction, and production of oil and natural gas.

Petroleum engineers work in both upstream and downstream sectors of the oil industry. They design equipment used to drill wells or perform other tasks related to petroleum production (such as refining). They also create methods for drilling more efficiently or recovering more oil from existing wells.

There are several different types of petroleum engineers: geoscientists who specialize in geology; reservoir engineers who focus on understanding how fluids move through rock formations; drillers who operate drills themselves; production technicians who monitor flow rates at wells around the clock; etcetera…

2. Nuclear engineer

Nuclear engineers design, build and maintain nuclear reactors. They are in high demand because of the large number of jobs that need to be filled in this field. Nuclear engineers earn an average salary of $180K per year, which is higher than many other engineering professions such as mechanical or civil engineering.

Nuclear power plants are so named because they use nuclear fission to generate electricity; this process involves splitting atoms into smaller pieces at very high temperatures (over millions of degrees). The resulting radioactive material can then be used for medical purposes or industrial applications such as generating heat and electricity generation.

3. Chemical engineer

Chemical engineers use the principles of chemistry, biology, physics, and mathematics to solve problems that involve the production or use of chemicals, fuel, food, medicines, and many other products. Chemical engineers design processes and equipment for manufacturing chemical products. They also develop new methods for extracting useful elements from raw materials or processing them into useful products.

4. Materials scientist

Materials scientists are in high demand. They work with materials that are used in a variety of industries, including technology and manufacturing. A materials scientist can earn as much as $120,000 per year or more depending on their experience and education level.

To become a materials scientist, you need to have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (or an equivalent). You also need to have completed all the prerequisites for your chosen major, such as calculus and physics classes at the undergraduate level—though not necessarily together!

5. Biomedical engineering

Biomedical engineering is a field that involves creating medical devices, instruments, and systems. The field is growing rapidly, and the average salary for biomedical engineers is $79,000 per year.

Biomedical engineers work with physicians and scientists to develop medical devices and equipment such as artificial limbs, surgical tools, and imaging systems for heart monitoring or prosthetic limbs. They also assist with research projects by designing new prototypes using computer-aided design software (CAD).

6. Geoscientist

A geoscientist studies the earth, including its composition, structure, and processes. They also study the physical environment and its interaction with humans. Geoscientists work in a variety of industries such as mining, environmental consulting, and oil & gas.

The average salary for a geoscientist is $87k per year according to Payscale (as of March 2018).

7. Environmental science and protection technician

Environmental science and protection technicians work to prevent pollution. They are responsible for monitoring the environment, which can include working on water quality or air quality.

Environmental science and protection technicians can find employment in a variety of industries, including chemicals manufacturing, oil refining, and refining operations, power generation plants, paper mills, and pulp/paper mills.

If you want to become an environmental scientist or technician but don’t have any experience in this field yet—or if your degree doesn’t have much relevance within it—you may consider getting a master’s degree in environmental science or engineering instead of pursuing bachelor’s degrees like many students do today who want careers as professionals in this field (they’ll likely earn more money over time).

You may also need specific certifications before applying for jobs that require them; these certifications vary depending on where you’re applying but generally include certification through one organization like EPA’s National Association For Protection Services Professionals (NAPS).

8. Environmental engineer

Environmental engineers are the people who ensure that the environment is in good condition. They work to improve air quality, water quality, and soil conditions.

Environmental engineers must have a bachelor’s degree in engineering or environmental science; some even have master’s degrees as well. They may also need certifications to work on government projects where regulations require them to demonstrate their knowledge of certain topics such as pollution control systems design or hazardous waste management practices.

The job outlook for environmental engineers is good, with expected growth over the next decade at about 11%. This can be explained by the growing importance of sustainability issues such as climate change mitigation efforts around the world (accordingly known as “green jobs”).

9. Energy auditors and managers

Energy auditors and managers are responsible for evaluating the energy efficiency of buildings, which can help businesses reduce their costs and improve the environment. These professionals earn six-figure salaries, with some earning more than $200k annually. They need a bachelor’s degree in engineering or business to get into this field, but it’s not necessary to have any other certifications or licenses to become an auditor or manager.

Conclusion

You’ve been warned, chemistry majors: you might want to consider a career in law. But if you choose to make your mark on the world with a chemical engineering degree instead, we can promise that it will be worth it. We hope this article has given you some ideas about what kind of job might suit your interests, and which employers will be looking for them. Good luck!