bismuthate
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Chemical engineering
Hi I need help with a school project. To anybody who is a chemical engineer, what is the job like, what do you do every day, and what did you need to
do in terms of education to get this job?
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Zyklon-A
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http://www.prospects.ac.uk/chemical_engineer_job_description...
http://www.access2knowledge.org/jobs-education/chemical-engi...
http://www.totaljobs.com/careers-advice/job-profile/science-...
http://targetjobs.co.uk/careers-advice/job-descriptions/2788...
http://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/chemical...
[Edited on 4-3-2014 by Zyklonb]
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Magpie
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I am a retired Ch. E. The job can vary widely as it may be the most versatile of science based majors. I worked in synthetic rubber, pulp &
paper mills, and in nuclear processing/waste management.
I worked on technology (process flowsheets), plant startups, plant troubleshooting, and the everpresent optimization. In an operating plant there are
always process problems to deal with. These can be of a quality control nature, or major problems that just stop the plant cold. The process
engineer jobs are about 75% deskwork (engineering change notices, parameter monitoring studies, etc). There may be some limited computer simulation,
say for piping changes where prediction of flows is required. If you really like computer simulation I would recommend learning Aspen and then get a
job where it is used eg, petrochemicals, chemicals. You will work with engineers of all types (electrical, mechanical, civil, etc), quality control
people, production managers, mechanical managers, pipefitters, electricians, and other craftsmen. You may also work with chemists for bench studies
and analytical chemistry. Take an engineering graphics course if possible, as engineering drawings are the language of engineers. Learn some
computer programming and electrical engineering (especially related to power).
For education: a BS or higher from an accredited, reputable institution will suffice. Equally important are your writing and interpersonal skills.
The single most important condition for a successful synthesis is good mixing - Nicodem
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bismuthate
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Thanks for the responses I got the first part of my project done. Now for the second part... is anyone willing to be interviewed about their job as a
chemical engineer via U2U? (no personaly info required)
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