High-paying chemical engineering jobs in Chicago

Chemical Engineering applies chemistry to develop and produce materials and processes. Engineers focus on efficiency and safety in production. Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills are essential in this discipline.


The 32 chemical engineering jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $53,887 and $122,572 per year. Nuclear Engineer, Metallurgical Engineer and Chemical Engineer are among the most popular high-paying roles in Chicago, IL.

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Updated Oct 27, 2026
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Chicago, IL
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Air Quality Engineer

Chicago

$122,572 per year

Illinois

$116,585 per year

Metallurgical Engineer

Chicago

$114,299 per year

Illinois

$90,448 per year

Gas Engineer

Chicago

$109,147 per year

Illinois

$94,271 per year

Water Treatment Specialist

Chicago

$83,234 per year

Illinois

$88,382 per year

Chemical Engineer

Chicago

$25.70 per hour

Illinois

$43.20 per hour

Materials Engineer

Chicago

$25.70 per hour

Illinois

$46.03 per hour

Nuclear Engineer

Chicago

$3,815 per month

Illinois

$12,800 per month

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