The Business of Chemical Engineers

By Khalifa Alzaabi

As mentioned in my previous post, chemical engineers apply the principles of chemistry, biology, physics and math to solve problems that involve the production or use of chemicals, fuel, drugs, food and many other products (Lucas).
Chemical engineering jobs fall into two main groups: industrial applications and development of new products. Chemical engineers may spend time at industrial plants, refineries and other locations, where they monitor or direct operations or solve on-site problems. Manufacturing industries that employ chemical engineers include agricultural chemicals like fertilizers, pest control and weed control. Furthermore, they also manufacture textiles, food processing, and consumer products. For example, personal care, lawn care and pharmaceuticals as well as chemical manufacturers that supply products to countless other industries.
Many chemical engineers belong to the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE), which is considered to be a certified organization established in 1908 that has more than 45,000 members in over 100 countries.


Works Cited:
Lucas, Jim. "What Is Chemical Engineering?" Live Science. TechMedia Network, 03 Oct. 2014. Web. 27 Sept. 2015.