U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Standard Occupational Classification

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17-2041 Chemical Engineers

Design chemical plant equipment and devise processes for manufacturing chemicals and products, such as gasoline, synthetic rubber, plastics, detergents, cement, paper, and pulp, by applying principles and technology of chemistry, physics, and engineering.

Chemical Engineers (broad occupation)

Engineers (minor group)

Architecture and Engineering Occupations (major group)

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Last Modified Date: October 26, 2009