How much does a Chemical Engineer V make in Philadelphia, PA? The average Chemical Engineer V salary in Philadelphia, PA is $178,311 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $159,675 and $195,335. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Chemical Engineer V Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chemical Engineer V Salary $142,707 Philadelphia,PA February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Chemical Engineer V Salary $159,675 Philadelphia,PA February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Chemical Engineer V Salary $178,311 Philadelphia,PA February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Chemical Engineer V Salary $195,335 Philadelphia,PA February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Chemical Engineer V Salary $210,835 Philadelphia,PA February 26, 2024
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What skills does a Chemical Engineer V need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Consulting: Providing technical or business expertise and advice to internal or external clients.

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Quality control: Developing and implementing a set of procedures intended to maintain the quality of a product and reduce any risks or errors.

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Energy Efficiency: Energy efficiency is the use of less energy to perform the same task or produce the same result. Energy efficient homes and buildings use less energy to heat, cool, and run appliances and electronics

Consulting 0.06%
Quality control 0.02%
Energy Efficiency 0.01%
Others 99.91%

Job Description for Chemical Engineer V

Chemical Engineer V conducts research and development projects involving the study of chemical reactions and material properties to innovate and develop new products or optimize existing products. Designs experiments and builds prototypes and models used to investigate and support the development of improved chemicals, materials, products, and manufacturing processes. Being a Chemical Engineer V compiles and analyzes testing data. Presents research results used to estimate costs, establish performance standards, identify solutions, and facilitate processes. Additionally, Chemical Engineer V maintains lab and plant safety procedures for chemical storage, handling, transport, and disposal. Complies with all safety and environmental regulations. May require a master's degree in chemical engineering. Typically reports to a manager. The Chemical Engineer V works autonomously. Goals are generally communicated in "solution" or project goal terms. May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization. Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. To be a Chemical Engineer V typically requires 10+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for Chemical Engineer V

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For Chemical Engineer V, the upper level is Chemical Engineer VI and then progresses to Chemical Engineering Manager.

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Chemical Engineer V salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Chemical Engineer V, the highest Chemical Engineer V salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Chemical Engineer V salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Chemical Engineer V salary is in Miami, FL, where the Chemical Engineer V salary is 2.9% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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