The Chemical Engineering program is offered by New Jersey Institute of Technology. The academic training of chemical engineers provides a strong background for a variety of areas, including:

  • Process Design and Development
  • Pharmaceutical Engineering
  • Production Engineering
  • Research
  • Marketing/Technical Sales
  • Environmental and Waste Management
  • Safety

At present, chemical engineers are involved in areas such as producing more effective pharmaceuticals and more durable plastics, developing biotechnology, genetic engineering applications, and producing electronic materials. They are also involved in the more traditional areas of petroleum refining and chemical manufacturing.

A chemical engineer may choose to work in a variety of industries, which include chemicals, pharmaceuticals, food, energy, and environmental control. A chemical engineering degree also serves as a good preparation for law, business, or medical school.