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Chemical Engineering Technologist
Does a career in chemical research interest you? Why not consider becoming a Chemical Engineering technician. This involves working alongside chemical engineers on the research, development and manufacture of products, such as plastics, medicines, foods, textiles and fuel.
As a Chemical Engineering Technician employment is possible in most areas of process engineering. You could be involved in research and development, design and construction of chemical processing plants, or in plant operations and maintenance.
Depending on which area you choose to work, your duties could include:
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helping to design, build or install production plant equipment
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carrying out laboratory experiments to develop new products
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monitoring production processes using measurement and control instruments
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recording data and making adjustments to machinery
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carrying out maintenance checks and making repairs
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making sure safety procedures are followed
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carrying out quality control checks.
Once you gain experience, the technician could work as a shift manager, supervising chemical plant process workers.
good knowledge of chemistry and maths
an understanding of engineering principles
good spoken and written communication skills
the ability to understand and present scientific data
excellent computer skills
accuracy and attention to detail
problem-solving ability
the ability to work both on your own and as a part of a team.
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Career Snapshot Chemical Engineering Technologist |
In Demand
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Qualification Required |
Work Outdoors |
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Maths Required |
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Science Required |
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This is a general guide - it is important to check admission requirements with the various training institutions first because entry requirements may vary.
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