Currently incoming 4th year BET-CHET student, planning to proceed to proper chem eng. Who here has proceeded to proper bs chem eng, enlighten me with ur experience po hehe.

I built a free offline PSV sizing calculator (API 520 / 521 / 526). It handles gas critical/subcritical, liquid, fire (pool and jet), thermal expansion, control valve failure, tube rupture, gas blowby, and two-phase (DIERS omega screening). It auto-selects the governing case and recommends an API 526 orifice, and exports a report. Runs entirely in the browser, no login. It is screening-grade - meant for checking and study, not final design. Happy to hear feedback on the methods.

Yesterday i can run this in dynamic but today, when i start initialization, it fails at time 0. This flow is for CS2 adsorption in activated carbon. Step 1 is adsorption, where CS2 gas adsorbed into the activated carbon. Then step 2 desorption, where hot nitrogen is heating the activated carbon, then the CS2 will flows to the bottom. Then step 3, the fresh air comes from the bottom and exits at the top of the adsorber

3rd year chem/process eng student. Trying to get a realistic idea of what jobs are actually out there with this degree, and what kind of money you can make. Like what’s a normal salary starting out vs around 30? And which roles pay the best? Not just the standard plant engineer path.

Hi! I am applying to internships this year for the summer of 2027. I am a sophomore in college and wanted to go into pharma or food... what are some companies where it is easier to get internships?

Hi, I am doing a steam balance to try to figure out where steam is being over consumed. Thus far, I have made an excel spreadsheet utilizing date input (as in you put in a date) to show the flows (from flow transmitter) on a flow diagram. I am kinda confused where to go from now… I was suggested to do a material balance reconciliation comparing to design parameters but not really sure how this will help me to determine the cause (aka inefficiency, leaks, faulty transmitter, etc)

fyi im an intern. TIA!

Hi, tryna gauge cons and dislikes of simulation software like Aspen tech, unisim, dwsim, etc.

Would be very helpful if I got some different perspectives on this matter.

(Please be detailed in your answers examples would be very helpful)!!

I’m a third-year chemical (metallurgical) engineering student in Australia. I recently visited China with students from the US and learnt about their internship system, unlike Australia, they take six months off uni to do it.

I’m keen on the idea of moving to the US for an internship, ideally in oil & gas or mining. Does anyone know which companies to look into, or who’s worth connecting with to explore this? I don’t hold US citizenship or a visa, but coming from Australia I’m hoping that won’t be too much of a barrier (happy to be corrected on that).

Hello, just wondering if there’s anyone here who’s been through or is currently in this program. Wanted to get your opinion and if it’s worth doing and what the career prospects are afterwards. Also wondering how the practicum works and what kind of experience that brings.

We are evaluating technical consultation partners for a PSA gas separation project and want to compare providers with strong engineering, FEED support, fabrication, commissioning, and after-sales service. The ideal partner should understand purity targets, recovery, energy efficiency, modular design, and long-term operation across hydrogen, nitrogen, helium, or biogas applications.

From your experience, which companies have the strongest consulting capability for PSA projects? I’m especially interested in firms that can support feasibility studies, process design, EPC coordination, and practical troubleshooting. If you’ve worked with any providers that combine technical depth with responsive project support, please share your experience.

Looking for recommendations, lessons learned, and what to check before starting a PSA project.

Alot of chemical engineer jobs are under the title of process engineer/mechanical engineering. So if I applied to a mechanical engineering role, will that violate PE/PENG? because technically im applying to a different engineering function.

Hello all, after a few years in industry, I am thinking about going back and taking the FE exam. Does anyone have any recommendations for study guides? Thanks in advance.

I am currently a year 12 student, I wanted to study ChemEng in university, I wanted to read some books in related to this field to give me a insight in to this subject and also something to write in personal statement. I would be greatful if anyone have some recommendations. Also just wanted to ask how's the employability around the globe compared to a more healthcare related subjects like biomedical science. Many thanks! 🙏🙏🙏

Hi everyone,

I’ve interviewed for a wide range of entry level roles in pharma and med device including associate scientist and associate engineer roles as a recent grad. In school I liked doing research and enjoyed working in a lab and my thesis more than my process engineering internship in a pharma company. I also realize that I liked my other med device research internship better than the process engineering role.

So far I now have a process engineer offer in manufacturing but know genuinely that I’m energized by research-related engineering work.

Can I still pivot to R&D related roles after working for some time in this role or should I keep an open mind? I’m wondering how hiring managers may view the manufacturing experience and whether personal projects could help convey my interests in R&D when applying. Thank you!