High-paying chemical engineering jobs in Columbus

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 20 chemical engineering jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $73,710 and $126,386 per year. Air Quality Engineer, Water Treatment Specialist and Materials Engineer are among the most popular high-paying roles in Columbus, OH.

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Updated Oct 30, 2026
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Materials Engineer

Columbus

$126,386 per year

Ohio

$107,966 per year

Gas Engineer

Columbus

$117,081 per year

Ohio

$151,442 per year

Air Quality Engineer

Columbus

$98,271 per year

Ohio

$87,906 per year

Chemical Engineer

Columbus

$92,998 per year

Ohio

$87,870 per year

Water Treatment Specialist

Columbus

$21.88 per hour

Ohio

$25.72 per hour

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