High-paying chemical engineering jobs in Calgary
Chemical engineering focuses on the design and operation of processes that convert raw materials into valuable products using chemical, physical, and biological transformations. Engineers in this field develop methods to efficiently produce fuels, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. They apply their knowledge in chemistry, thermodynamics, and materials science to solve problems in manufacturing and production.
The 13 chemical engineering jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $86,409 and $147,213 per year. Petroleum Engineer, Chemical Engineer and Water Treatment Specialist are among the most popular high-paying roles in Calgary, AB.
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Updated Nov. 06, 2026
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Calgary, AB
Alberta
Job openings (Calgary)
Petroleum Engineer
Calgary
$147,213
per year
Alberta
$136,677
per year
Chemical Engineer
Calgary
$129,378
per year
Alberta
$103,255
per year
Materials Engineer
Calgary
$113,841
per year
Alberta
$92,235
per year
Water Treatment Specialist
Calgary
$100,248
per year
Alberta
$111,810
per year
Metallurgical Engineer
Calgary
$86,409
per year
Alberta
$95,881
per year
Job descriptions below are for educational purposes. Please refer to the employer's job description for complete details.
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Petroleum Engineer
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Calgary
$147,213 per yearAlberta
$136,677 per yearSkills
- Oil & gas
- Communication skills
- Analysis skills
- Microsoft Office
- Management
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Chemical Engineer
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Calgary
$129,378 per yearAlberta
$103,255 per yearSkills
- Chemical engineering
- English
- Project management
- AutoCAD
- Power BI
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Materials Engineer
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Calgary
$113,841 per yearAlberta
$92,235 per yearSkills
- Oil & gas
- English
- Mechanical engineering
- Microsoft Office
- Analysis skills
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Water Treatment Specialist
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Water Treatment Specialists analyse water quality, operate treatment systems, and ensure regulatory compliance. They need expertise in water chemistry, knowledge of safety standards, and skills in system maintenance and problem-solving to safeguard water health.
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Calgary
$100,248 per yearAlberta
$111,810 per yearSkills
- AutoCAD
- Wastewater treatment
- Project management
- Mechanical engineering
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Metallurgical Engineer
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Calgary
$86,409 per yearAlberta
$95,881 per yearSkills
- Manufacturing
- Laboratory experience
- Mechanical knowledge
- Communication skills
- Analysis skills