As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Chemical Process Engineer in Reno, NV is $95,139, equivalent to $46 per hour, $1,830 weekly, or $7,928 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 Reno, NV vary widely, spanning from $83,189 to $111,043. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($88,884) and 75th percentile ($103,463), while top earners (90th percentile) make $111,043 per year. This $14,579 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, Reno Chemical Process Engineer often earn 1.2% higher than national averages. However, Reno currently ranks 337 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 $83,189 Reno, NV October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $88,884 Reno, NV October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $95,139 Reno, NV October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $103,463 Reno, NV October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Chemical Process Engineer Salary $111,043 Reno, NV October 01, 2026
25% $88,884 10% $83,189 90% $111,043 75% $103,463 $95,139 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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88884
103463
95139

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
96010
117822
106328
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 Reno, NV. The base salary for Chemical Process Engineer ranges from $88,884 to $103,463 with the average base salary of $95,139. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $96,010 to $117,822 with the average total cash compensation of $106,328.

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About Reno, Nevada    Reno (/ˈriːnoʊ/ REE-noh) is a city in the U.S. state of Nevada, located in the northwestern part of the state, approximately 22 miles (35 km) from Lak....More

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