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.
Career Corner: Have You Been Bitten by the Entrepreneurship Bug? October2018Career CornerLoraine KasprzakEntrepreneurship is not for wimps — the hours are long, pay is often irregular, vacations are short or nonexistent, and stress levels are high. Dedication to your “great idea” may be to the detriment of your relationships and, ultimately, that idea...
Session Chair Invites You to "What the Heck Happened? Past, Present & Future Disruptions to the Chemical/Fuels Business" September 21, 2018Cliff Kowall shares insights about how today's responses to industry disruptions can be richly informed by experiences of similar events in the past.
Tony Butterfield, Stephanie Farrell, and Gayle Gibson: Doing a World of Good In this episode, you'll meet Tony Butterfield, Stephanie Farrell, and Gayle Gibson, three of our members focused on raising awareness, offering support, and creating dialog for issues relevant to LGBTQ+ individuals within our profession.
Process Data Analytics and Machine Learning Methods Archived Webinar Sep 19, 2018 Could recent advances in machine learning improve process data analytics in your facility?
Chevron's Cynthia Murphy-Ortega on Making the Most of Your Internship September 17, 2018There's a lot of advice on getting an internship, but here's some great advice on how to make the most of an internship once you get one.
Amita Gupta and Sujata Bhatia: Doing a World of Good In this episode of the Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Amita Gupta and Sujata Bhatia, two fascinating women using their considerable talents to help radically transform the medical and public health sectors.
Featured Engage Discussions: September 2018 August 25, 2018Discussions on Engage range from technical subjects to career advice. This month hot topics include writing great emails, courses and degrees beyond a bachelor's, and more.
Doing a World of Good Raj & Kumla Gupta Podcast Series July 31, 2018Hear from prominent chemical engineers about their careers, their advice, and their take on where the chemical engineering profession is headed next.
Nance Dicciani, Ruby Chandy, Kim Ann Mink, and Suzanne Rowland: Doing a World of Good In this episode of the Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Nance Dicciani, Ruby Chandy, Kim Ann Mink, and Suzanne Rowland, women who have contributed to the advancement of both chemical engineering and the business world. Listen on the Giving site or subscribe in iTunes.
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 & Kumla Gupta.
Editorial: Write Emails Others Will Love September2018EditorialCynthia MasconeI have a love-hate relationship with email. What I love: I can communicate at a time that is convenient for me; I can think about what I want to say before I say it; I can share information with multiple people at the same time; I have a record of...
Young Professionals Point of View: Develop Your Emotional Intelligence September2018YPOVSeifullah BelloEmotional intelligence is the ability to understand your emotions and the emotions of others. Emotions are expressions of core feelings, including happiness, sadness, anger, fear, and shame (1) . Everyone displays one or more of these emotions...
CEP: Editorial - Engaging in Public Affairs February2014EditorialCynthia MasconeStudents in the engineering and public policy (EPP) department worked on projects at the intersection of technology and society, like energy, the environment, and risk analysis. Those sounded interesting, so I enrolled in the ChE/EPP double-major program.
Career Corner: Speaking Up in Meetings October2017Career CornerLoraine KasprzakMeetings are an inevitable part of the workweek for most of us. Whether it is a department staff meeting, senior executive briefing, or even an informal breakroom chat, we must interact with our coworkers, bosses, clients, and others. Knowing how to...
Build an Effective Collaborative Team August 28, 2018Have a team effort ahead? Use these tips to collaborate effectively, even when you're in different locations and with different levels of technical skills and expertise.
Featured Engage Discussions: August 2018 August 24, 2018Discussions on Engage range from technical subjects to career advice. This month hot topics include simulation software, PE licenses, online courses and degrees, and involvement in student chapters.
Northeastern University Student Chapter's Career Fairs August 24, 2018The Northeastern University Student Chapter has been hosting career fairs for its students every semester since 2012.
Find Your Next Job at AIChE’s Virtual Career Fair on September 20th August 23, 2018Mark your calendar: AIChE's Virtual Career Fair is a great way for job seekers and employers to connect.
AIChE Foundation Awards Grants to Five Diverse Projects The AIChE Foundation is pleased to announce the following five initiatives have been awarded grants for the 2018 second cycle of funding.
Introducing Some of AIChE's Recently Elected Fellows August 8, 2018Check out the diverse backgrounds and impressive accomplishments of these chemical engineers who were recently elected as AIChE Fellows.
Managing Change August 7, 2018Change brings a dichotomy of emotions: we are either excited for, or absolutely dread, change. Learn to handle change better and manage positive change as a leader within your organization.
Cultivate and Sustain Motivation [Part 2] August 3, 2018A motivated team is a productive team. Read on for more insights on how to build strong motivation that will help your team reach its goals.
Cultivate and Sustain Motivation [Part 1] August 2, 2018Motivation can be nebulous, appearing and then simply disappearing. In a team environment, it is vital that you ensure it stays put to drive results and reach goals.
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.
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.
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
Spring Season brings Process Safety to Students at University of Michigan and the Colorado School of Mines This spring 60 chemical engineering undergraduates from the University of Michigan and the Colorado School of Mines both recently hosted two-day Process Safety Boot Camps for students on their campuses.
Career Corner: Build an Effective Collaborative Team August2018Career CornerLoraine KasprzakEngineering projects are typically complex and executed by multidisciplinary teams that must achieve project milestones on tight deadlines. To add to the complexity, team members may not know each other, come from disparate backgrounds, and work...
Millennials: The New Guard August 1, 2018Millennials will soon be the majority in the workplace. Learn how some companies are embracing their best attributes.
Lessons for the New Professor July 27, 2018Being a new professor comes with many new responsibilities and experiences. These tips will help you excel as a new ChemE professor.
July 2018 CEP Preview July 20, 2018This month: revisiting the O'Connell correlation, commonly overlooked codes and standards for piping, tips for team motivation, and much more.
Featured Engage Discussions: July 2018 July 18, 2018Discussions on Engage range from technical subjects to career advice. This month hot topics include stress at college, workplace collaboration, and Millennials on the job.
Daniel Schwartz Wins Highest U.S. Award for STEM Mentors July 13, 2018AIChE member Daniel Schwartz received the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Mentoring.
What Skills Do Chemical Engineers Need Now? July 11, 2018Life-long learning is critical to acquiring the skills for a successful career in chemical engineering.
Career Paths for Chemical Engineers July 3, 2018A chemical engineer's widely applicable skill set makes them valuable across various industries.
Cato Laurencin: Doing a World of Good In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Cato Laurencin who talks about his work in regenerative engineering. Listen on the Giving site or subscribe in iTunes.
Together, we are changing the world. In this episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast, you'll meet Frances Arnold who talks about her work in directed evolution. Listen on the Giving site or subscribe in iTunes.
Shariq Yosufzai: Doing a World of Good In the third episode of the AIChE-Doing a World of Good podcast series you'll meet Shariq Yosufzai, Chevron’s Vice President for Global Diversity, Ombuds, and University Relations. Listen on the Giving site or subscribe in iTunes.
Ed Cussler: Doing a World of Good In the second episode of the Foundation’s Doing a World of Good podcast features Ed Cussler, Distinguished Institute professor at the University of Minnesota. Listen on the Giving site or subscribe in iTunes.
Cultivate and Sustain Motivation July2018Career CatalystChris HelblingMotivation can be nebulous, appearing and then simply disappearing. In a team environment, it is vital that you ensure it stays put to drive results and reach goals.
Young Engineers Point of View: Lessons for the New Professor July2018YPOVNastassja LewinskiA new academic year is just around the corner, which means new beginnings. If you are starting your first faculty position, congratulations! This new role will demand your time, as well as skills and responsibilities you may not have tapped into before. I found the transition to be exciting and somewhat overwhelming. Any feelings of unease can be managed with careful planning and realistic expectations.
Consider a Career in Biotech June 26, 2018Looking for a promising career direction? Biotech is a vast and diverse field and has growing opportunities.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Using Automation Modernization As a Lever for Business Success Conference PresentationAIChE Spring Meeting and Global Congress on Process SafetyApril 25, 2018When your facility is challenged to improve productivity, process availability, and enterprise profits, modernization of your control system may...
How to Partner up and Protect Your Intellectual Property in Energy Industry Joint Ventures Conference PresentationAIChE Spring Meeting and Global Congress on Process SafetyApril 24, 2018Exploration and development of oil and gas reserves increasingly requires costly, tailored technologies and enhanced safety and environmental...
Competency Requirements in Process Safety Conference PresentationAIChE Spring Meeting and Global Congress on Process SafetyApril 24, 2018When selecting individuals to perform process safety management tasks one will want to make sure that those individuals are competent to perform the...
Using Advanced Process Control (APC) to Solve LPG Quality Issues While Optimizing the Product Distribution Conference PresentationAIChE Spring Meeting and Global Congress on Process SafetyApril 23, 2018Chevron has recently completed an APC project at a Gas Plant. Not only did this provide substantial and measurable production impact to, it also...
Engineering and Science Publication Practice and Ethics Archived Webinar Jul 13, 2016 Conducting life science research? Get guidelines for publishing ethically and effectively. In 60 minutes, you’ll learn how members of the American Physiological Society, AIChE/SBE and the American...
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.
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.
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 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.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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...
The Keys to Managing a Capital Project Successfully Face-to-Face CourseGain strategies for detail planning, monitoring and controlling a capital project.
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...
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...
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.
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.
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.
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.