Requirements

Process engineer - requirements

As a process engineer, also known as a chemical engineer, you’ll help turn raw materials and energy into everyday products and goods. Find out more about a career as a process engineer and what you could be doing day to day.

Know what you'll need to land a job below.

What qualifications do you need to be a process engineer?

A related undergraduate degree is usually needed for this role. Subject areas to consider include:

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Do you need a postgraduate qualification to be a process engineer?

You don’t need a postgraduate qualification to be a process engineer, but having one will boost your skills and subject knowledge.

Examples of taught degrees at postgraduate level include:

Advanced chemical engineering
Advanced process integration and design
Engineering management
Formulation engineering
Materials science and engineering

What skills do you need to be a process engineer?

As well as having the relevant technical skills, you’ll need to be creative with a methodical approach to work.

Hard skills usually include:

Engineering
IT
Knowledge of relevant software
Maths

Soft skills include:

Analytical skills
Attention to detail
Communication
Creativity
Innovation
Problem solving

Do you need work experience to be a process engineer?

Employers will often look for graduates with relevant work experience. Some degrees will include a placement as part of the course and you can also apply for summer internships at engineering firms.