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.
Planning and Conducting Effective Performance Appraisals Archived Webinar Aug 5, 2015 Performance appraisals are an essential part of any supervisor’s position whether they have one or many direct reports. However, most managers dread the thought of conducting formal (often annual) performance appraisals. In this webinar, we review the essential elements in preparing and conducting...
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.
The Dos and Don’ts of Technical Writing Archived Webinar Jun 14, 2018 In 60 informative minutes, this webinar cuts to the chase to outline the specific dos and dont’s to follow when writing a technical report. Learn what to emphasize and what not to write.
Conduct an Effective Interview June 12, 2018Just like being interviewed, successfully conducting an interview requires proper preparation.
Disability Convocation Spotlights the Hiring of Engineers with Unique Abilities May 29, 2018Among the least-considered attributes of people recovering from or adapting to a disability are the new skills they acquire in this process.
Featured Engage Discussions: June 2018 June 18, 2018Discussions on Engage range from technical subjects to career advice. Read on for more details about some of the current top discussions.
Career Corner: Consider a Career in Biotech June2018Career CornerLoraine KasprzakBiological drugs, biofuels, industrial biocatalysts, and genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are among the many product breakthroughs that are driving tremendous growth in the biotechnology sector. If you are intrigued by how these novel products are developed or want to get involved in this biotech boom, then consider a career move to the biotechnology industry.
Announcing 2018 Undergraduate Student Process Safety Bootcamps June 19, 2018AIChE is partnering with industry leaders to provide free undergraduate workshops in process safety for chemical engineering students at various locations throughout the US.
Meet Some of AIChE's Recently Elected Fellows June 6, 2018Fellow Candidates are nominated by their peers and generally have about 25 years of significant practice in chemical engineering.
AIChE Foundation Establishes John C. Chen Endowment for Young Professional Leadership June 8, 2018Friends and colleagues of the late John C. Chen are building an AIChE endowment fund to support the leadership development of young chemical engineers.
Closing the Skills Gap June2018ManagementStewart W. Behie, Matthew K. HenwoodThe workplace has changed and will continue to change as older workers retire and new generations take their place. Companies will need to adapt to retain and foster the necessary technical know-how.
Meet Some of AIChE's Recently Elected Fellows June 19, 2018Fellow Candidates are nominated by their peers, and generally have about 25 years of significant practice in chemical engineering.
Evaluate Project Success June2018Plant OperationsNat D. SchatzTraditional methods of determining project success take into account only whether the project met its budget and schedule. A more meaningful assessment evaluates the impact of the project on the organization.
Meet Process Engineer Denis Fallon June 21, 2018Want to know more about process engineering? Hear about this process engineer's career and profit from his insights on finding success in industry.
Gilda Barabino, Christine Grant, and Paula Hammond: Doing a World of Good In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Gilda Barabino, Christine Grant, and Paula Hammond, all of whom are active in AIChE’s Minority Affairs Committee. Listen on the Giving site or subscribe in iTunes. This podcast is supported by a generous donation from Raj & Kamla Gupta.
Project Management for Research and Development Archived Webinar May 16, 2018 Managing projects in R & D is different—and uniquely challenging. Learn the principles, skills and tools essential to your success. In 60 minutes, you’ll learn the three most important keys to successful project management, as well as how to more effectively work with people, set priorities,...
Topical Conference Chair Invites You to Industry 4.0 April 13, 2018Conference chair Ray Cocco tells us about all the changes and improvements we can expect at the upcoming #WCPT8.
Center for PEAK Leadership - Developing our Society’s Leaders Face-to-Face CoursePEAK stands for Providing Effective and Knowledgeable leadership, which is the goal of this program. The overall program is based on best practices...
Senior Leaders and Process Safety: The Role and The Opportunity Face-to-Face CourseYou are an Executive or Senior Manager. Your company has made major investments into Process Safety systems such as Management of Change, Risk...
Raj Gupta: Doing a World of Good In the first of the AIChE-Doing a World of Good podcast series Raj Gupta, shares a captivating story of his personal and professional journey to become a leader in the chemical industry. Listen on the Giving site or subscribe in iTunes.
Share Your Input for AIChE's Strategic Plan March 8, 2018AIChE is developing a new strategic plan — with the aim of guiding the Institute toward success in the 21st century. AIChE is seeking input from current members, potential future members, and stakeholders. Complete the survey by March 30, 2018.
Project Evaluation: Operating Cost Estimating Combo Course Face-to-Face CourseThis AIChE course is a combination of Conceptual Development & Capital Cost Estimating (CH139) and Project Evaluation: Operating Cost Estimating...
Meet the AIChE Members Newly Elected to the National Academy of Engineering May 22, 2018The National Academy of Engineering (NAE) has elected 83 new members and 26 foreign members to its 2018 class.
Free CCPS Faculty Process Safety Workshops May 25, 2018AIChE is partnering with industry leaders to provide free faculty workshops in process safety for faculty at various locations throughout the US.
Young Engineers Point of View: Conduct an Effective Interview May2018YPOVElizabeth PavoneAs a new graduate, your focus is typically on getting a job. You spend time polishing your résumé, honing your interviewing skills, and, perhaps, picking out your first suit. Interviews can be stressful, but eventually your engineering acumen and...
Project Management for Chemical Engineers Face-to-Face CourseIn today’s global and fast-paced world, the ability to manage complex projects is vital to keep up with the chemical industry’s demands and needs...
Spreadsheet Problem-Solving for Chemical Engineers Face-to-Face CourseThis course provides a comprehensive, hands-on overview of spreadsheet applications, focused on the needs of chemical engineers.
Laura Turci on Her Career in Process Safety May 10, 2018Laura Turci of Ashland discusses career challenges and successes, with advice for young women entering the field.
Excel VBA Programming for Chemical Engineers Face-to-Face CourseIf you know your way around Microsoft Excel and you’re ready to learn Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) Programming this course is for you.
Meet Some of AIChE's Recently Elected Fellows May 3, 2018Fellow candidates are nominated by their peers and generally have about 25 years of significant practice in chemical engineering.
Spreadsheet Problem-Solving and VBA Programming Combo Course Face-to-Face CourseTake advantage of a three-day immersion into Spreadsheet Problem Solving and Excel VBA Programming specifically covering chemical engineering...
RAPID Manufacturing Institute Seeks Intern Nominations February 9, 2018If you know a qualified chemical engineering student or recent graduate seeking a chemical engineering internship, please nominate them for the 2018 internship program.
University of Tulsa Engineers Without Borders Project in Bolivia [Interview] October 30, 20172016 EWB grant recipients Donny Gross and Chris Royal of University of Tulsa sat down with us to discuss their project in Machacamarca, Bolivia.
Mark Vergnano on the Values Behind Chemours' Success April 24, 2018Mark Vergnano, president and CEO of Chemours, sat down with Shariq Yosufzai of Chevron to discuss some of themes from the AGILE keynote.
The Keys to Managing a Capital Project Successfully Face-to-Face CourseGain strategies for detail planning, monitoring and controlling a capital project.
Symposia Chair Invites You to 20th Process Plant Safety Symposium (PPSS) April 13, 2018Symposia chair Brooke Beveridge tells us about the 20th anniversary of the Process Plant Safety Symposium. #GCPS
Managing Process Safety Risks During Organizational Change Face-to-Face CourseThrough illustrated case studies and lessons learned, this course provides in-depth understanding of the framework for establishing OCM program and...
Rob Ivester on Advanced Manufacturing April 25, 2018Dr. Robert W. Ivester currently serves as the deputy director of the EERE Advanced Manufacturing Office, U.S.
Conceptual Development and Capital Cost Estimating Face-to-Face CourseDon’t let an inaccurate cost estimate threaten the funding of an engineering project. Save money and time, and optimize your projects, with proven...
S. Shariq Yosufzai Speaks with Mark Vergnano about the Values Behind Chemours’ Success Mark Vergnano, president and CEO of Chemours, sat down with S. Shariq Yosufzai to discuss some of themes from his AGILE keynote.
Gayle Gibson: Featured LGBTQ ChemE Professional May 16, 2018A Texas A&M graduate and newly retired engineer, Gayle discusses working in various areas at DuPont, including engineering design, plant improvement, and manufacturing as well as her experiences as an LGBTQ professional.
Delia Contreras on Thriving as a Female Chemical Engineer April 27, 2018In observation of the 20th anniversary of AIChE's Women Initiatives Committee (WIC), Delia discussed her career and shared advice on thriving as a female chemical engineer.
Project Evaluation: Cost Estimating and Financial Analysis Face-to-Face CourseYour goal is to improve your ability to make economic evaluations of projects, designs, ideas and alternatives, or to better understand evaluations...
Leadership by Engineers and Scientists: Professional Skills Needed to Succeed in a Changing World March, 2018This textbook introduces readers to open-ended problems focused on interactions between technical and nontechnical colleagues, bosses, and subordinates through mini case studies that illustrate scenarios where simple, clear, or exact solutions are not evident.
The 30-Minute Volunteer April 16, 2018Want to get involved but worried you don't have the time? Consider micro-volunteering to support AIChE and develop your skills.
Sessions Focus on Breaking the Unconscious Bias Habit April 30, 2018Attendees at the 2018 Spring Meeting and GCPS gained insight into the belief systems and learned stereotypes that influence their actions and decisions when interacting with other people.
Career Corner: What Skills Do Chemical Engineers Need Now? April2018Career CornerLoraine KasprzakFifty years ago this month, Stanley Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey was released. This science fiction epic follows a spacecraft bound for Jupiter with the sentient computer HAL 9000. While the movie dealt with issues such as existentialism, human...
Conference Chair Invites You to 8th World Congress on Particle Technology April 13, 2018Conference chair Ray Cocco tells us about all the changes and improvements we can expect at the upcoming #WCPT8.
Chemours’ Mark Vergnano Kicks Off Spring Meeting and GCPS with AGILE Keynote April 23, 2018Mark P. Vergnano, president and CEO of The Chemours Company, a U.S.-based global chemical firm, set the stage for AIChE’s 2018 Spring Meeting and Global Congress on Process Safety with the AGILE Award Keynote Address. Watch on Facebook.
First Year Dues Waiver for AIChE Young Professionals January 15, 2018To help the next generation of chemical engineers experience the benefits of AIChE membership and assimilate into the AIChE community, AIChE’s Board of Directors, at its June 2017 meeting, approved
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.
Download the 2018 AIChE Spring Meeting, GCPS and WCPT8 Mobile App April 10, 2017The AIChEvents Mobile App is an easy way to stay organized, stay on schedule and stay in-the-know. Everything you need to navigate meetings like a pro is at your finger tips.
Symposia Chair Invites You to Perspectives on Process Safety from Around the World April 21, 2018Symposia chair Andrés Valencia tells us about Perspectives on Process Safety from Around the World to be held in Orlando, Florida.
AIChE @ the USA Science & Engineering Festival, April 7–8 April 6, 2018AIChE joins 3,000+ STEM exhibitors to share with grade school students what chemical engineers do and how they contribute to society and the workforce.
Register for AIChE's May 2018 Virtual Career Fair! March 12, 2018This May, AIChE will help connect chemical engineers and employers through the AIChE Virtual Career Fair.
Globalize Your Career March 14, 2018Globalization has become unavoidable for businesses, organizations, and even individuals who must now extend their reach internationally to be successful.
Registration Now Open for Upcoming Free Faculty Process Safety Workshops March 26, 2018In recognition of the work that academic faculty do to prepare the next generation of chemical engineers, AIChE is partnering with industry leaders to provide free faculty workshops in process safe
Young Professionals Point of View: Globalize Your Career March2018YPOVOwen JappenGlobalization has become unavoidable for businesses, organizations, and even individuals who must now extend their reach internationally to be successful. Political entities around the world are split on the idea — either decrying or heralding its implications on trade, supply chains, and efficiency. This discord can be intimidating to students and young professionals. However, globalization is inevitable and young people need to consider how it affects them.
Alon McCormick: Featured LGBTQ ChemE Professional February 1, 2018The latest installment of the series introduces us to an LGBTQ+ professor at the University of Minnesota.
Decision and Risk Analysis for Projects eLearning (online) CourseImprove the quality of your project decisions by employing a disciplined approach to decision-making including the assessment of risks.
Write a Résumé that Stands Out February 6, 2018Many struggle to write a résumé, but these pointers will make the process easier and help hone your image to match the job you seek.
Economic Evaluation for Chemical Engineers eLearning (online) CoursePlant-related projects must be evaluated in order to maximize ROI. Learn how to conduct a sound economic evaluation for both small and large projects
Dealing with Difficult Coworkers (or Classmates) February 7, 2018Everyone knows that person that just gets on their nerves, but a few tips can help you smooth things out and keep you productive at work or school.
Six Sigma: A Practical Overview eLearning (online) CourseSix Sigma is successfully practiced throughout the chemical engineering industry for improvement, organization and problem-solving. In this course,...
Introduction to Project Management eLearning (online) CourseResearch shows 80% of those with project management responsibilities have received no training. This eLearning course will bring you up-to-speed...
Paula Cameron: Featured LGBTQ ChemE Professional October 10, 2017Meet Paula Cameron, a Technical service and development manager for The Dow Company in Texas.
Excel VBA Programming for Chemical Engineers eLearning (online) CourseAre you already familiar with Excel and ready to learn Visual Basic Applications (VBA) Programming? This course is for you.
CEP: News Update February2018News UpdateAIChE’s Initial Placement Survey: The Class of 2017 A new batch of chemical engineers entered the workforce in early summer last year. AIChE conducted its Initial Placement Survey in July 2017 to learn where those graduates were heading. Annual...
Tests Than Can Help You Reinvent Your Career February 16, 2018Dread work every morning? Then it's time for a change, and career testing can help you find a new direction.
Jakari Jackson: Minority Serving Institutions’ Student Travel Grant Winner In this interview, Jakari shares his drive and enthusiasm for “giving back knowledge” to young kids by helping them learn and explore the great opportunities in STEM.
Career Corner: Career Paths for Chemical Engineers February2018Career CornerLoraine KasprzakThe mess on my desk is all because of chemical engineers; or, more specifically, the varied career paths chemical engineers have taken. From my teacup and takeout container, to the jumble of sticky notes and files, to my laptop, printer, and phone,...
ChemE Wendy Young on the Circular Economy & Sustainability February 27, 2018AIChE member Wendy Young spoke with us for a few minutes at a recent conference to speak with us about some of the topics on her mind as a chemical engineer.
Cash Flow Principles for Chemical Engineers eLearning (online) CourseProjects can fail or succeed based on cash flow. Yet many chemical engineers don’t truly understand cash flow or its role in project evaluation. In...
Professional Ethics & Excellence for Chemical Engineers eLearning (online) CourseWhat every chemical engineer needs to know to “do the right thing” and achieve the highest level of professional excellence.
Build COMSOL Multiphysics® Simulation Apps for Chemical Engineers Archived Webinar Oct 13, 2016 Are you a chemical engineer looking to create and deploy simulation apps? If so, this webinar is for you. You will learn how to define and set up models in the Chemical Reaction Engineering Module in COMSOL Multiphysics® and see how to create an app from an existing simulation. With apps, which are...
Chemical Reaction Engineering Modeling and Simulation in COMSOL Multiphysics® Archived Webinar Jul 7, 2016 Are you working with the modeling and simulation of re-acting systems? Explore a more cost-effective and efficient way to understand their design and operation. In this 60-minute, COMSOL-sponsored webinar, you’ll gain an overview of how COMSOL Multiphysics® is used in the modeling and simulation of...
Make Your Minutes Count January2018Career CatalystGlen RosentraterDistribute minutes for project team meetings to ensure the scope is recorded and communicated. Use the format outlined here to get all the benefits of minutes without the drawbacks.
YPOV: Write a Résumé that Stands Out January2018YPOVKimberly WilsonIt tells your story, shares the skills you have acquired, and highlights your professional accomplishments. It is vital to helping you to progress in your career. But why is it so hard to put together a résumé? When applying for a job, you have to...
Two Basic Project Management Techniques Every Project Needs eLearning (online) CourseThank you for your interest in this course. Unfortunately this course is temporarily unavailable due to a course update. Thank you for your patience...
USC Chapter Finds Success with Chemical Engineering Career Fairs January 22, 2018The University of Southern California's AIChE Chapter shares details of how they’ve hosted successful chemical engineering career fairs.
Featured Engage Discussions: January, 2018 January 30, 2017Discussion central participants discuss mentors/influencers, the role of chemical engineers in the American economy, risk management, and the skill of creating quality presentations.
Management Case Study – Southeast Asia Offshore Oil Drilling Problem January 30, 2013Ready for some real-world problem-solving? This case study introduces a real engineering scenario in which a company needs help increasing production in the Pacific. Are you up for the challenge?