2007-08-01 02:25:33 · 8 answers · asked by mdriz_n 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering
I believe the energy industry is the mainstay for chem engs. You will get paid the most working for an oil or specialty chemical manufacturer.
Biochem also has a lot of promise. I believe bacteria and yeast will be providing ethanol alternatives (like butanol, immiscible with water) in the near future. Also the possibilities of algae for CO2 sequestration and biodiesel production, etc.
Catalyst design is an interesting field, with great potential. I'm interested in catalysts for methanol production from natural gas. This helps in taking a stranded, gaseous reserve that is flared off in places like the Niger and turning it into a pumpable, transferrable liquid fuel.
There are many opportunities for chem e's, just make sure you do something that you find rewarding. Good luck!
2007-08-01 05:22:01 · answer #1 · answered by Shawn A 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Concentrate on really understanding the fundamentals. That way you can apply your knowledge to a wide variety of problems and be more valuable to more types of employers. I personally believe that is why chemical engineers work in *so* many different industries.
That being said there are actually a few electives in Chemical Engineering cirriculae and I would pick a bio-chemical engineering elective to give yourself as much diversity as possible!
There is a downside to chasing the hot fields. This year's hot field will not be hot forever.
Find an area you enjoy and be good at it. Your passion for it will lead to a bright future!
2007-08-01 11:52:29 · answer #2 · answered by Rush is a band 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with Shawn A. Energy is the key. Though the oil barons keep a tight lid on many “new’ energy possibilities. I believe the energy field at large is the best field for you to apply your trade. If you want a fortune, figure out how to run a car on ordinary tap water. (Though I believe this has already been done. We the people just don’t know about.)
2007-08-02 08:18:53 · answer #3 · answered by nightwing7011 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you want to be a trillion-air then find out how to separate silicon and oxygen using a tenth of the cost of what they use today.
If you want to go for broke and try to make a bunch of $ then move in to a new technology such as applying what was formerly a chemical used only in aerospace and use it in civilian use.
If you want something safe then get a civil service job such as running the has-mat department for a state agency.
2007-08-01 10:00:08 · answer #4 · answered by eric l 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Better try to concentrate on the oil drilling process and its industrial work as it is the hottest place at present for the high salary and a week or two leave if you are ona oil platform in Arab countries..
2007-08-01 10:49:14 · answer #5 · answered by SPS 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In process engineering and manufacturing still petrochemical is good
2007-08-01 14:10:21 · answer #6 · answered by Dhr 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in paint industry
2007-08-01 09:58:45 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
in production.
2007-08-05 09:20:47 · answer #8 · answered by hemant g 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋