As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Chemical Process Engineer in Joliet, IL is $94,037, equivalent to $45 per hour, $1,808 weekly, or $7,836 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Chemical Process Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Chemical Process Engineer in Joliet, IL vary widely, spanning from $82,114 to $109,757. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($87,796) and 75th percentile ($102,265), while top earners (90th percentile) make $109,757 per year. This $14,469 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Design Engineering, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Joliet Chemical Process Engineer often earn 2.8% lower than national averages. However, Joliet currently ranks 381 statewide for Chemical Process Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Chemical Process Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $82,114 Joliet, IL November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $87,796 Joliet, IL November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $94,037 Joliet, IL November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $102,265 Joliet, IL November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $109,757 Joliet, IL November 01, 2026
25% $87,796 10% $82,114 90% $109,757 75% $102,265 $94,037 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Chemical Process Engineer ?

In the field of engineering, a chemical engineer is a professional, who is equipped with the knowledge of chemical engineering, works principally in the chemical industry to convert basic raw materials into a variety of products, and deals with the design and operation of plants and equipment. In general, a chemical engineer is one who applies and uses principles of chemical engineering in any of its various practical applications; these often include 1) design, manufacture, and operation of plants and machinery in industrial chemical and related processes ("chemical process engineers"); 2) d...

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  1. This Job:

    Chemical Process Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Chemical Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Chemical Process Engineer in Joliet, IL. The base salary for Chemical Process Engineer ranges from $87,796 to $102,265 with the average base salary of $94,037. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $95,145 to $116,758 with the average total cash compensation of $105,367.

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About Joliet, Illinois    Joliet is located at 41°31′14″N 88°09′02″W / 41.52056°N 88.15056°W / 41.52056; -88.15056 (41.5204200, -88.1505261). According to the 2010 census, J....More

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