Chemical Engineer Salaries in United Kingdom

Updated 6 Dec 2023
Base Pay Range
£33K - £58K/yr
Average Base Pay

79 salaries

£33K

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£44K

Average

£58K

High

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How much does a Chemical engineer make? The national average salary for a Chemical engineer is £43,773 in United Kingdom. Filter by location to see Chemical engineer salaries in your area. Salary estimates are based on 79 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Chemical engineer employees.

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in United Kingdom

£43,773 /yr
Chemical Engineer
£48,056 /yr
Senior Chemical Engineer
£48,056 /yr
Principal Chemical Engineer
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What is the salary trajectory for a Chemical Engineer?

Job TitleSalary
Chemical Engineer£43,773 /yr
Senior Chemical Engineer£48,056 /yr
Principal Chemical Engineer£48,056 /yr
What is the salary trajectory for a Chemical Engineer?

in United Kingdom

£43,773 /yr
Chemical Engineer
£48,056 /yr
Senior Chemical Engineer
£48,056 /yr
Principal Chemical Engineer
See Full Career Path

Download as data table

What is the salary trajectory for a Chemical Engineer?

Job TitleSalary
Chemical Engineer£43,773 /yr
Senior Chemical Engineer£48,056 /yr
Principal Chemical Engineer£48,056 /yr

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ExxonMobil
3.6

ExxonMobil

Chemical Engineer

£48,285

 /yr
Range: £43K - £150K
18 salaries
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£43K

£150K

£43,161 - £150,126 Range

bp
4.1

bp

Chemical Engineer

£46,682

 /yr
Range: £30K - £252K
8 salaries
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£30K

£252K

£30,099 - £252,030 Range

Honeywell
4

Honeywell

Chemical Engineer

£37,661

 /yr
Range: £35K - £72K
7 salaries
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£35K

£72K

£34,503 - £71,582 Range

GSK
4.1

GSK

Chemical Engineer

£38,722

 /yr
Range: £33K - £113K
6 salaries
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£33K

£113K

£33,072 - £113,265 Range

GSK
4.1

GSK

Chemical Engineer - Intern

£24,848

 /yr
Range: £22K - £26K
5 salaries
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£22K

£26K

£22,288 - £26,033 Range

Shell
4.1

Shell

Chemical Engineer

£38,102

 /yr
Range: £30K - £60K
5 salaries
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£30K

£60K

£29,847 - £59,816 Range

Johnson Matthey
3.6

Johnson Matthey

Chemical Engineer

£40,248

 /yr
Range: £25K - £49K
5 salaries
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£25K

£49K

£24,610 - £48,793 Range

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University of Manchester
4.2

University of Manchester

Chemical Engineer

£20,462

 /yr
Range: £11K - £55K
4 salaries
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£11K

£55K

£10,907 - £55,213 Range

Rise Technical Recruitment
4.6

Rise Technical Recruitment

Chemical Engineer

£54,759

 /yr
Range: £23K - £66K
4 salaries
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£23K

£66K

£22,667 - £65,616 Range

University of Nottingham
4.2

University of Nottingham

Chemical Engineer

£31,197

 /yr
Range: £27K - £31K
3 salaries
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£27K

£31K

£26,774 - £31,197 Range

ExxonMobil
3.6

ExxonMobil

Chemical Engineer - Intern

£32,480

 /yr
Range: £32K - £32K
3 salaries
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£32K

£32K

£31,714 - £32,480 Range

Wessex Water
4

Wessex Water

Chemical Engineer

£34,373

 /yr
Range: £34K - £34K
3 salaries
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£34K

£34K

£34,373 - £34,373 Range

Arup
4.4

Arup

Chemical Engineer
About 

£43K -£53K

2 salaries
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£43K

£53K

£42,506 - £53,215 Range

University of Leeds
4.2

University of Leeds

Chemical Engineer
About 

£33K -£56K

2 salaries
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£33K

£56K

£33,445 - £56,183 Range

University of Birmingham
4.1

University of Birmingham

Chemical Engineer - Hourly
About 

£12 -£14

 hourly
2 salaries
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£12

£14

£12 - £14 Range

EDF
4

EDF

Chemical Engineer
About 

£35K -£39K

2 salaries
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£35K

£39K

£34,748 - £39,487 Range

House of Fraser
3.2

House of Fraser

Chemical Engineer - Hourly
About 

£10 -£11

 hourly
2 salaries
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£10

£11

£10 - £11 Range

Queen's University Belfast
4

Queen's University Belfast

Chemical Engineer
About 

£21K -£33K

2 salaries
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£21K

£33K

£21,428 - £32,563 Range

Sellafield Ltd
3.9

Sellafield Ltd

Chemical Engineer
About 

£46K -£83K

2 salaries
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£46K

£83K

£46,228 - £82,947 Range

TechnipFMC
4.1

TechnipFMC

Chemical Engineer
About 

£35K -£48K

2 salaries
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£35K

£48K

£34,618 - £47,708 Range

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Chemical Engineer Salaries

Job TitleSalary
Chemical Engineer salaries - 18 salaries reported£48,285/yr
Chemical Engineer salaries - 8 salaries reported£46,682/yr
Chemical Engineer salaries - 7 salaries reported£37,661/yr
Chemical Engineer salaries - 6 salaries reported£38,722/yr
Chemical Engineer salaries - 5 salaries reported£24,848/yr
Chemical Engineer salaries - 5 salaries reported£38,102/yr
Chemical Engineer salaries - 5 salaries reported£40,248/yr
Chemical Engineer salaries - 4 salaries reported£20,462/yr
Chemical Engineer salaries - 4 salaries reported£54,759/yr
Chemical Engineer salaries - 3 salaries reported£31,197/yr
Chemical Engineer salaries - 3 salaries reported£32,480/yr
Chemical Engineer salaries - 3 salaries reported£34,373/yr
Chemical Engineer salaries - 2 salaries reported£47,628/yr
Chemical Engineer salaries - 2 salaries reported£44,650/yr
Chemical Engineer salaries - 2 salaries reported£13/hr
Chemical Engineer salaries - 2 salaries reported£37,255/yr
Chemical Engineer salaries - 2 salaries reported£10/hr
Chemical Engineer salaries - 2 salaries reported£26,872/yr
Chemical Engineer salaries - 2 salaries reported£63,932/yr
Chemical Engineer salaries - 2 salaries reported£40,752/yr
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Frequently asked questions about a Chemical Engineer salaries

The average salary for a Chemical Engineer is £43,773 per year in United Kingdom. Salaries estimates are based on 79 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by a Chemical Engineer employees in United Kingdom.

The highest salary for a Chemical Engineer in United Kingdom is £57,807 per year.

The lowest salary for a Chemical Engineer in United Kingdom is £33,146 per year.

Chemical engineering salaries are higher than other engineering jobs, reflecting the complexity of the profession as well as level of responsibility. A bachelor's in chemical engineering is considered a minimum qualification, with some firms expecting a 2:1 or higher. Once hired, chemical engineers typically work full-time and are paid a salary with full benefits. Candidates with a master's degree are typically paid higher than candidates with only a bachelor's degree.

To secure an entry-level position, you'll need at least a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or related field and you can gain a head start by completing work placements to develop your practical skills. To appeal to potential employers, opt for degree programmes that are accredited by Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE). Completing a master's degree can boost your earning potential considerably, and also opens up opportunities for senior responsibilities like teaching or management.

Experienced chemical engineers should consider becoming a Chartered Chemical Engineer (CEng) to prove their level of expertise. Salaries for chartered engineers tend to be significantly higher.

Negotiating your salary for a chemical engineer job can feel daunting, especially if this is your first position after graduating. Many employers expect you to negotiate so it's vital to do your research and have at least received an offer before you try to ask for more. Check to see what chemical engineers in your area earn on average and factor in your skills and experience so that you get paid what you're worth. Be prepared to discuss your accomplishments to highlight how they make you a valuable asset to the company. Bear in mind the cost of living, plus any additional benefits that would help you do your job well such as flexible working hours and professional development opportunities.

If you're already employed, avoid negotiating during a busy or stressful period for the company, and in the meantime, practise your negotiation skills to make you feel more confident.

About 74.36% of Chemical Engineer professionals feel satisfied with their salary, according to anonymous Glassdoor ratings. An additional £0 in potential pay per year, among other factors, can qualify the annual pay of a Chemical Engineer in United Kingdom as a good salary.

Chemical Engineer professionals in United Kingdom have a wide total pay range, between £25,812 and £74,232 depending on experience, with an estimated total pay of £43,773 following the average career path of a Chemical Engineer.

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