Chemical engineering technicians

Duties and tasks

• Assisting in research on and development of industrial chemical processes, plant and equipment, or testing prototypes
• Designing and preparing layouts of chemical plants according to the specifications given
• Preparing detailed estimates of quantities and costs of materials and labour required for manufacture and installation, according to the specifications given
• Monitoring technical aspects of the construction, installation, operation, maintenance and repair of chemical plants to ensure satisfactory performance and compliance with specifications and regulations
• Conducting chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists and engineers in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials