2017 AIChE Salary Survey: Overview June2017Salary SurveyAre you working in the right industry to make the most out of your chemical engineering degree? Ever wonder if other chemical engineers with the same experience level get paid more than you? Check out the results of AIChE’s biennial salary survey to find out which industry pays the most, how your salary stacks up to those of your peers, and the difference in salary between genders. Other factors explored in this year’s survey results include age, job function, supervisory responsibilities, and geographical location. Also, check out the benefits and health insurance packages being offered to chemical engineers.
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.
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!
Find Your Next Job at AIChE’s Spring Virtual Career Fair on April 9th March 6, 2015Are you looking for a new job or your first job? AIChE is holding a Virtual Career Fair on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 between 12 and 4pm EST.
NCEES Engineering Award Call for Submissions January 29, 2015Accredited programs from all engineering disciplines are invited to submit projects by March 16, 2015.
Attend VLS's 5th Anniversary Meeting Online January 19, 2015You are invited to attend the January 22 Virtual Local Section Meeting and celebrate the start of the VLS's fifth year of "supporting chemical engineers regardless of geography." &nbs
Women in Chemical Technology: Sheri Oslick January 14, 2015Sheri Oslick is an attorney whose practice focuses on the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Learn about her science background and the path she took to find her career.
Want to Meet Other Chemical Engineers? Join Your AIChE Local Section December 23, 2014If you're looking for a place to network and have fun with other chemical engineers, AIChE's Local Sections are a great option. Sections exist in many areas, from Egypt to Idaho.
Renowned Scientist and AIChE Member Frances Arnold Profiled on NPR December 17, 2014Any short list of cutting-edge engineers will likely include Caltech’s Frances Arnold, a pioneer in protein engineeri
Women in Chemical Engineering: A Discussion with AIChE Presidents Maria Burka and Cheryl Teich December 16, 2014AIChE President Elect Cheryl Teich and 2011 President Maria Burka took a moment out of their day at the 2014 AIChE Annual Meeting in Atlanta to reflect on opportunities and challenges for women in
Ed Cussler, 66th AIChE Institute Award Winner, on the Future of the Lecture November 24, 20142014 Annual Meeting Program Chair Wayne Bequette had a chance to sit down with Edward L. Cussler, the Distinguished Institute Professor at the University of Minnesota.
Dr. Nadya Fouad of Univ. of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Discusses Why Women Leave Chemical Engineering November 20, 2014Nadya Fouad of Univ. of Wisconsin sat down with AIChE Technical Programming Associate Kelsey Kettelhut to discuss women in engineering.
2014 AIChE Gala October 14, 2014AIChE’s 2014 Gala will be held on Friday, December 5th, at the Grand Hyatt in New York City. This year’s gala centers on the theme of engineering diversity.
Chemical Engineers Top List by Earnings October 2, 2014Which degree was found the most valuable, in terms of lifetime earnings? You guessed it—a degree in chemical engineering.
Women in Chemical Technology: Takara Scott September 30, 2014Takara Scott says that when other kids wanted to play with Barbies and watch Power Rangers, she wanted to play with a microscope and watch science documentaries.
Fall 2014 Virtual Career Fair – Jobseekers September 26, 2014Register and begin searching for jobs and apply for positions now. The Fall 2014 Virtual Career Fair will open November 5, 2014 at 12:00 PM ET.
2014 Annual Meeting Workshop - Professional Integrity: Best Practices for Publishing Your Work September 24, 2014This workshop is designed to promote a better understanding of how to prepare a manuscript for publication with professional integrity.
Calling All Industrial Energy Professionals… August 11, 2014Have great ideas or technology to share? Be a presenter at the 37th Industrial Energy Technology Conference (IETC) in New Orleans next June.
More Excel Tutorials: Excel for Chemical Engineers June 17, 2014From our archives comes a popular Excel tutorial for chemical engineers, developed by ChE Todd Krueger. Check it out for more on pivot tables, macros, indirect references, and more.
Meet David Kraemer — Featured YP for June June 16, 2014Meet David Kraemer of BASF and learn about his background, career, and interests.
Delve into the Careers of Other Chemical Engineers June 13, 2014Learning about the experiences of other chemical engineers and the history of the field is a great way to better navigate—and appreciate—your own career.
Lessons on Leading Change June 6, 2014What type of leader are you, and what are your strongest abilities? Learning to lead means understanding where your strengths as a leader lie so you can also learn to manage your weaknesses.
Women in Chemical Technology: Mary Ellen Ternes, Environmental Lawyer May 28, 2014Meet Mary Ellen Ternes, a chemical engineer who now works as an environmental lawyer. Hear the story of her early days working as a chemical engineer in the field and the challenges she faced.
Turn Our Hindsight into Your Foresight May 27, 2014Getting your first job is just the start. Even with the best chemical engineering education under your belt, every job will present new challenges. Following is some great advice to help make the transition easier.
Understanding the Geography of the Chemical Industry May 16, 2014Learning about a region's geography can enhance a chemical engineer's knowledge and understanding of the region's dominant industries and need for chemicals.
AIChE at USASEF: Doing Our Part for STEM Education May 9, 2014What’s a hydrogel? How do chemical engineers design mixers for viscous fluids such as chocolate? These and other questions were answered at the AIChE-sponsored booth at the recent 3rd USA Science and Engineering Festival (USASEF) in Washington, D.C.
Meet Hope Quintana — Featured YP for May May 7, 2014Meet Hope Quintana and learn about her professional development as a ChE, including her post-graduate work at New Mexico State University.
Your First Year as a Manager May 1, 2014If you are considering or have been offered a management position, how are things going to change for you? What is that first year going to be like? Dr. Jonathan Worstell outlined some answers to these questions and a framework for the transition of the new manager.
The World Needs Engineering Judgment April 9, 2014William Banholzer, retired Dow Chemical CTO, gave an insightful and wide-ranging address on the the state of technology changes for the future, and the chemical engineer’s special capability to make sensible and better decisions for the direction of these changes, especially in the field of energy.
Interview with 2014 Opening Keynote William Banholzer March 31, 2014William Banholzer sums up his opening keynote speech from the 2014 AIChE Spring Meeting and GCPS. Hear his thoughts on the role of chemical engineers in shaping the future and in solving the world's grand challenges.
Preparing for Chairing? Build Some Relationships! March 13, 2014Chairing for an AIChE meeting is a big job, but it also helps build a strong professional network that can serves for years to come.
Women in Chemical Technology: Chris Meda, President and CEO of RxDxLink March 4, 2014Earning a degree is just the start, according to Chris Meda. Building a career takes a lot of meeting people, trying new things, and applying yourself. Hear her experiences and advice.
Building a Leadership Portfolio February 17, 2014Networking is a great way to build your resume and professional contacts, and you can use it to develop leadership opportunities.
STEM Pioneer KidWind Inspires Young Scientists February 14, 2014Kidwind has trained over 7000 teachers, who have imparted these lessons to more than 500,000 students, who have built over 50,000 experimental wind turbines.
Mentoring Opportunity: Bring a Young Colleague Program February 6, 2014Hear about the experiences of a mentor and mentee from the German chemical engineering firm Linde AG.
Rotational Programs for Chemical Engineers February 5, 2014If you're just starting out as a working chemical engineer, consider a rotational program to gain maximum exposure and experience.
Your Input Wanted for the Update to AIChE’s Strategic Plan January 9, 2014The AIChE Board of Director’s is working on updating AIChE’s strategic plan. As part of that process they are seeking input from members on a few key points. To help do that AIChE has posed 6 key questions.
Five Things I Learned from My Career in Chemical Engineering December 19, 2013My chemical engineering degree was the best investment I've made to date. Here are some of the things I've learned.
How Can ChEs Get the Most out of Career Fairs? December 18, 2013Have career or job fairs been part of your job search strategy?
Ethics and the Chemical Engineer December 12, 2013What do future chemical engineering leaders know about ethics? Ethics and safety have become a major part of the chemical engineering profession.
Second Phase of Education: Lane Daley at Eastman Chemical in Kingsport December 4, 2013Hear from Lane Daley, a process improvement engineer at Eastman Chemical, and her mentor, Eastman Chemical staff engineer Josh Keller, to learn about the second phase of chemical engineering education.
Can Debbie Sterling's New Toy Company Create More Women Engineers? December 3, 2013Debbie Sterling loves engineering. But at Stanford, where she trained as an engineer, she felt vastly outnumbered by men. So he decided to even things out.