Salary distribution
Where Arizona chemical engineers fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $112,690 and $140,630, with a median of $125,050.
Chemical Engineers in Arizona: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 13 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $100,337. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 7 | $100,080 |
| Level II — qualified | 3 | $117,478 |
| Level III — experienced | 2 | $136,891 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Chemical Engineers in Arizona. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona State University | Postdoctoral Research Scholar | 3 | $60,000 |
| TSMC Arizona Corporation | Gas and Chemical System Design Engineer | 2 | $102,168 |
| Applied Materials, Inc. | Process Engineer | 1 | $137,000 |
| The University of Arizona | Researcher/Scientist III | 1 | $72,000 |
| Lucid USA, Inc. | NPI Staff Technical Program Manager | 1 | $136,781 |
| ASM AMERICA INC. | Snr Total Product Support Engineer I | 1 | $117,478 |
| Dimensional Energy, Inc. | Senior Process Engineer - Automation & Control | 1 | $114,400 |
| G2 Technology Corp | Senior Engineer | 1 | $100,080 |
| Freeport Minerals Corporation | Process Automation Engineer II | 1 | $117,478 |
| EV Group, Inc. | Process Engineer I | 1 | $78,090 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Process Engineer at Applied Materials, Inc.$137,000TempeWage Level IIIDecided Aug 15, 2025I-200-25220-231172
- Researcher/Scientist III at The University of Arizona$72,000TucsonWage Level IIDecided Aug 14, 2025I-200-25220-229648
- Postdoctoral Research Scholar at Arizona State University$56,484TempeWage Level IDecided Jun 11, 2025I-200-25155-053998
- NPI Staff Technical Program Manager at Lucid USA, Inc.$136,781Casa GrandeWage Level IIIDecided Jun 6, 2025I-200-25150-037719
- Gas and Chemical System Design Engineer at TSMC Arizona Corporation$104,000PhoenixWage Level IDecided May 15, 2025I-200-25128-956377
- Snr Total Product Support Engineer I at ASM AMERICA INC.$117,478PhoenixWage Level IIDecided Apr 22, 2025I-200-25105-866816
- Chemical Lab Engineer at TSMC Arizona Corporation$100,337PhoenixWage Level IDecided Apr 9, 2025I-200-25092-822940
- Senior Process Engineer - Automation & Control at Dimensional Energy, Inc.$114,400TucsonWage Level IDecided Mar 24, 2025I-200-25076-781005
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
Chemical Engineers pay by experience level in Arizona
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Chemical Engineers in Arizona, by industry
Median offered wage across 13 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Manufacturing leads with a median of $104,000.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | TSMC Arizona Corporation | 7 | $104,000 |
| Education | Arizona State University | 4 | $66,000 |
| Professional services | Dimensional Energy, Inc. | 1 | $114,400 |
| Energy and utilities | Freeport Minerals Corporation | 1 | $117,478 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Arizona over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 5.0 / 5
Engineering and Technology
Knowledge
- 4.8 / 5
Mathematics
Knowledge
- 4.8 / 5
Chemistry
Knowledge
- 4.4 / 5
Physics
Knowledge
- 4.3 / 5
Production and Processing
Knowledge
- 4.3 / 5
Design
Knowledge
- 4.3 / 5
Science
Basic skill
- 4.1 / 5
Complex Problem Solving
Technical
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Monitor and analyze data from processes and experiments.
- 02
Develop safety procedures to be employed by workers operating equipment or working in close proximity to ongoing chemical reactions.
- 03
Develop processes to separate components of liquids or gases or generate electrical currents, using controlled chemical processes.
- 04
Troubleshoot problems with chemical manufacturing processes.
- 05
Evaluate chemical equipment and processes to identify ways to optimize performance or to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
- 06
Conduct research to develop new and improved chemical manufacturing processes.
- 07
Perform laboratory studies of steps in manufacture of new products and test proposed processes in small-scale operation, such as a pilot plant.
- 08
Prepare estimate of production costs and production progress reports for management.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+2.3%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Average growth
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Chemical Engineers in Arizona?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Chemical Engineers in Arizona is $125,050.
- How does Arizona compare to the national median for Chemical Engineers?
- The Arizona median is +11.1% versus the BLS national figure of $112,605.
- What is the salary range for Chemical Engineers in Arizona?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $86,670 and the 90th-percentile at $190,000, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Chemical Engineers a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 2.3% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Chemical Engineers?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.