2019 AIChE Salary Survey: Overview June2019Salary SurveyThe results of AIChE’s biennial salary survey are in, revealing positive advances for the chemical engineering profession. The median annual salary of respondents to the 2019 survey is $126,000 — a 1.6% increase over the 2017 median of $124,000.
An Alternate Route: Working Before Graduate School January 28, 2019Chemical engineering professionals are increasingly pursuing advanced degrees, but it's not necessary to go directly into a grad program after earning a bachelor's.
Spreadsheet Problem-Solving for Chemical Engineers eLearning (online) CourseA basic course tailored specifically to chemical engineers. Improve your productivity while solving day-to-day ChemE problems.
Business Basics: Understanding Financial Ratios December 28, 2016For anyone interested in running a business, mastering some basic accounting principles is a must.
Focusing on Undergraduate Process Safety Education December 26, 2016AIChE's Center for Process Safety (CCPS) is partnering with companies and universities to increase undergraduate understanding and awareness of process safety.
Podcast Series Speaks to Top Chemical Engineers December 21, 2016As part of AIChE's Doing a World of Good campaign, we recently interviewed three prominent chemical engineers to discuss various aspects of their careers, including some of their personal achi
December 2016 CEP Preview December 7, 2016This month, CEP features a look at business planning, as well as pump sizing, reducing process safety risks with the bow-tie diagram, and much more.
2016 AIChE Recruitment Fair in San Francisco [Photos] December 2, 2016AIChE's 2016 Recruitment Fair was bigger and better than ever with over 70 represen
Interview: 2016 International Travel Grant Winners (Part 2) November 28, 2016In this interview hear from student travel grant winners from Dawood University of Engineering and Technology, Karachi, Pakistan; Institut Teknologi Bandung, Indonesia; Nazarbayev University, Kazakhstan; and National Autonomous University of Hondoras, Honduras.
Interview: 2016 International Travel Grant Winners (Part 1) November 22, 2016In this interview hear from student travel grant winners from Xiangtan University, China; Universidad Nacional de Colombia-Sede Bogotá, Colombia; and Universiti Teknologi Petronas, Malaysia.
University Presidents on the Future of Chemical Engineering Education November 15, 2016AIChE's Stephanie Orvoine-Couvrette sat down with three chemical engineers who serve or have recently served as president of universities.
Interview: Engineers Without Borders Grant Winners Discuss Their Projects November 13, 2016Nicaragua and Zambia may be in different hemispheres and have different engineering challenges but one thing they share is having benefited from the Engineers Without Borders Grant Award, sponsored
Look to the Future with Succession Planning December2016BusinessDon McDermott, Sandra MarshallAs experienced individuals retire or leave your organization, make sure business objectives can still be met by establishing a succession plan.
AIChE Journal Highlight: Use these Tools to Ease into Active Learning December2016Journal HighlightNumerous studies have demonstrated that active learning in the classroom is a more effective teaching method than the traditional lecture; this is true even when only a fraction of class time is devoted to active learning. Studies also show that...
Career Corner: Dealing with Difficult Bosses December2016Career CornerLoraine KasprzakIn the comedy Horrible Bosses , three friends who have been harassed, insulted, and terrorized by their bosses scheme to get rid of them permanently. Professionals who may have had a difficult manager or two may readily identify with the trio and...
2016 AIChE Young Professionals' Social in San Francisco [Photos] November 15, 2016More than 200 young chemical engineers from around the world met up for the Young Professionals (YP) at
2016 Annual Meeting Opening Night Reception [Photos] November 14, 2016More than 5,000 people are set to attend the 2016 Annual Meeting in San Francisco. And the opening reception is the event that kicks it off.
Dow COO Jim Fitterling Kicks Off 2016 Annual Student Conference November 12, 2016AIChE's 2016 Annual Student Conference got its start this morning in San Francisco with keynote speaker Jim Fitterling,
Happy Hour Etiquette: How to Behave at After-Hours Functions November 11, 2016These tips will help you make the most of professional functions, whether at Annual Meeting and Annual Student Conference mixers, or holiday parties.
Download AIChEvents App for Latest Annual Meeting Updates November 7, 2016The AIChEvent App is now available for download through the App Store and Google Play by searching for "AIChE Events".
AIChE at San Francisco Bay Area Science Festival's Discovery Day, Saturday, Nov. 5 November 5, 2016AIChE and member volunteers from the Northern California (NorCal) Local Section will take part in one of the U.S.'s largest K-12 outreach events, when AIChE hosts an exhibi
Understanding the Importance of Professional Liability Insurance August 11, 2015Did you know that as an AIChE member you have access to a multitude of insurance plans, including professional liability insurance?
Leadership Q&A: Leading a Business from Startup to Scaleup November2016Leadership Q&AGenomatica, a bioengineering technology leader, has successfully grown past its startup phase and has established a presence in the chemical industry. It has raised over $100 million in financing, built partnerships with some of the largest global...
YPOV: Happy Hour Etiquette: How to Behave at After-Hours Functions November2016YPOVEmily FrangenbergThe end of the year is fast approaching, which means countless office holiday parties are just around the corner. Attending a work holiday party or happy hour can be a fun way to engage and network with coworkers in a relaxed setting. However, if...
Session Co-Chair Invites You to Faculty Candidates Poster Session October 31, 2016One of the most popular sessions for Annual Meeting attendees is our Faculty Candidates Poster Session, developed by co-chair Roman Voronov.
Annual Meeting Chair Invites You to Meet the Presidents October 19, 2016I recently caught up with Christine M.
Annual Meeting Program Co-Chair Invites You to the 3D Printing Technical Session October 18, 2016With AIChE's Annual Meeting soon under way, I spoke with
2015 AIChE Salary Survey June2015Salary SurveyChemical engineers continue to earn more than the average U.S. worker. The median salary of survey respondents is $127,000 — a 5.8% increase over the median reported in 2013. This is an expanded version of an article that appeared in the June 2015 issue of Chemical Engineering Progress.
Career Corner: Should You Get an MBA? October2016Career CornerLoraine KasprzakIn the April 2016 column, I wrote about transitioning to a career in sales engineering if you are drawn to the business side of chemical engineering. But what if you aspire to a senior management role or want to combine your technical smarts with...
Closing Chemical Engineering's Leadership Gender Gap September 30, 2016I’m always surprised when I attend a chemical industry event and the audience is predominantly male, or when I’m looking for CEOs to interview for CEP’s Leadership Q&A column
Get Back on Your Feet After a Layoff September 20, 2016You thought it would never happen to you. You are a hard-working chemical engineer fulfilling your career goals.
Do’s and Don’ts of International Business Travel July 21, 2016Preparing for an international business trip can be much more stressful than a domestic trip.
Transforming Teams July 1, 2016A business classic on team building shares techniques for building strong teams and results.
Book Review: The Savvy Corporate Innovator May 31, 2016If you know the dilemma of getting funding and approval to work on a new idea, The Savvy Corporate Innovator is a great resource.
Persuade Your Boss to Send You to an AIChE Conference May 24, 2016You and your employer can both benefit immensely from attending an AIChE conference. Here are some tips for making your case to attend.
Successfully Navigating in a New Career May 18, 2016Achieving success in your new job may require some skills that you did not learn in college. Take advantage of some advice here that's based on one chemical engineer's experiences as the new employee.
Ron Corn Discusses Ethylene "Mega Projects" April 15, 2016Sanjeev Kapur of Apex PetroConsultants interviews Ron Corn, senior vice president of Projects & Supply Chain for Chevron Phillips Chemical. Ron discusses "mega projects" which are those that represent expenditures of $1 billion or more.
Using and Enjoying Your AIChE Membership Benefits: eLibrary March 31, 2016Your AIChE membership is packed with many time- and money-saving tools that we hope you are taking advantage of.
What to Ask During an Interview — And What Questions to Avoid March 21, 2016So you've worried about the questions you'll be asked, but how about the questions you should have for the interviewer? Read on for advice for chemical engineers.
New Resource Site for Faculty Candidates March 8, 2016Are you a faculty candidate? Are you going to be looking for a position in academia in the coming months or years?
Book Review: Open Innovation March 1, 2016Open innovation may be the latest buzzword, but it's value to chemical engineers goes well beyond a shiny new expression to toss about. Check out this review of one of the latest books dedicated to the subject.
Opportunities for Young Professionals in the Environmental Division February 23, 2016Learn more about what the AIChE Environmental Division offers and how you can get involved.
Connect with Chemical Engineers in Your Area February 11, 2016Sure, AIChE conferences are a great place to other engineers and catch up on the latest in your field, but what about all those times between conferneces?.
Consider a Career in the Water Industry January 20, 2016Although not a traditional career route for chemical engineers, the water industry is a broad field that can offer both challenges and rewards.
Opportunities for Young Professionals in the Nuclear Engineering Division January 7, 2016The Nuclear Engineering Division is the oldest of AIChE’s divisions. Learn more about what it offers and how you can get involved.
A New Norm for the PhD Workforce? November 20, 2015Increasing number of young professionals pursuing PhDs far outstrips the number of tenure-track faculty positions available, making an academic career the exception today rather than the rule.
Interview: Adrienne Minerick on Diversity in Chemical Engineering November 13, 2015Adrienne Minerick is the associate dean for research and innovation at Michigan Tech. She also serves as chair of the American Society for Engineering Education's (ASEE's) National Divers
Panel Interview on the State of Graduate Student Education in 2015 November 10, 2015One of this year's feature events focuses on the state of graduate student education.
Interview: JoAnn Lighty Discusses NSF & ChemE Opportunities November 9, 2015JoAnn Lighty is currently the Division Director for Chemical, Bioengineering, Environmental,
Photo Highlights: AIChE Young Profesionals' Social in Salt Lake City November 9, 2015Last night 222 young chemical engineers from around the world met up for the Young Professionals (YP) Social in Salt Lake City, Utah.
October 2015 CEP Preview October 19, 2015This month, CEP's main feature looks at a systems approach to environmental management and sustainability. You'll also find in this issue a look at Israel's chemicals industry, and tips and insights into becoming an independent consultant, plus much more.
Is a Nontraditional ChemE Career for You? September 15, 2015A chemical engineering degree makes you more than ready for a wide variety of careers, including those that are usually considered nontraditional.
5 Things Every Chemical Engineer Should Know about Life Insurance September 14, 2015Chemical engineers know about many important topics, but life insurance might not be one of them. Fortunately, you can easily learn the basics about life insurance.
Get to Know the AIChE's Women's Initiatives Committee September 10, 2015The Women’s Initiatives Committee (WIC) is an AIChE organization that leads in promoting the entry, development, and full participation of women in the Institute and the profession by:
Attend AIChE Virtual Career Fair Today! September 10, 2015Join us online today for the AIChE Career Fair. Registration is quick and easy!
Hypothesis development in chemical engineering and the business world August 18, 2015In the last blog post, I talked about how a literature survey in chemical engi
How Green Is Your School? August 12, 2015Prospective college students interested in comparing colleges based on their commitment to environmentalism can look to Sierra Magazine’s ninth annual “Cool Schools” ranking of Am
Business Model Innovation (Book Review) July 21, 2015Business Model Innovation: Concepts, Analysis, and Cases by Allan Afuah. Routledge, 2014. 358 + xvi pages. US$73.95 (soft cover).
Salary Survey Sheds Favorable Light on Chemical Engineering Profession July 1, 2015CEP’s biennial salary survey is presented in the June 2015 issue and includes a quantitative analysis of chemical engineering salaries relative to variables such as age, experience, functiona
Moving from Chemical Engineering Concepts to Management Fundamentals June 18, 2015It's been common advice many times during my studies to reduce technical detail in presentations, as management personnel do not understand them.
June 2015 CEP Preview June 16, 2015Chemical engineers continue to earn more than the average U.S. worker. The median salary of survey respondents is $127,000 — a 5.8% increase over the median reported in 2013.
Successfully Navigating in a New Career May 13, 2015Congratulations to those of you who are graduating this month! This is a monumental time in your life. If you already have a job lined up, you are ready to walk across the graduation stage and into your future career.
Book Review: Navigating Strategic Decisions May 4, 2015Navigating Strategic Decisions: The Power of Sound Analysis and Forecasting by John E.
Markus Scheller of BASF on the Human Factor in Engineering April 30, 2015Markus Scheller, Director and Site Manager, BASF was Tuesday's luncheon speaker for the 2015 AIChESpring Meeti
Make the Most of Your Early Career April 28, 2015At the AIChE 2015 Spring Meeting in Austin, TX the Young Professionals Committee (YPC)
Shakeel Kadri on Growing, Sustaining, and Improving Process Safety April 28, 2015Shakeel discusses the cultural issues of good process safety, his plans for the future of CCPS, and more.
Be Sure to Download AIChE's 2015 Spring Meeting App! April 27, 2015The AIChE Spring Meeting App Delivers Everything You Need to Have a Better Meeting. Search. Scope out. Preview. Learn more. Find. Plan, store and update your schedule.
Marv Schlanger Discusses Leadership and Career Opportunities for Chemical Engineers April 27, 2015Following his opening keyn
AIChE's Guide to Austin at the 2015 Spring Meeting April 21, 2015Austin is the state capitol of Texas, home to South by Southwest, and now the location of AIChE's 2015 Spring Meeting!
Bring a Young Colleague to the Spring Meeting & GCPS April 15, 2015Are you a young professional chemical engineer looking to attend the 2015 Spring Meeting & GCPS in Austin Texas for the first time? Is your company going through a budget crunch?
AIChE Hosts First-Ever Diversity Workshop at 2015 Spring Meeting April 13, 2015If you're attending the 2015 Spring Meeting & GCPS, be sure to attend AIChE's first-ever workshop dedicated to the subject of diversity in the workplace.
AIChE's High School Outreach Program at the 2015 Spring Meeting April 13, 2015AIChE's Fuels & Petrochemicals Division and Environmental Division is proud to present the High School Outreach progr
Staying Connected through AIChE's Local Sections March 17, 2015Did you know that there are over 90 AIChE local sections worldwide? And all of them exist to serve members like you!