Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming A Chemical Engineer (What It's Like Being A Chemical Engineer)

Hello World,
Today I'm going to cover the things I wish I knew before becoming a chemical engineer and what it's really like working as a full-time chemical engineer.
We're going to discuss:
-Chemistry vs. Chemical Engineering
-Location
-Market Trends
-Work Realities
-Career opportunities with an ChemE degree
These are some things that I think every chemical engineer should know as they pursue this career path.
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Recommendations or general advice in this video are made from my own experience. All opinions are my own. No two people's experience will ever be 100% the same. Always do your own research.

[XThTRMINTRX]

Senior level ChemE student here, struggling through my chemical reactor design class. My professor is supposedly one of the foremost experts in the world in catalytic reactors, and it shows. He demands upwards of 20 hours a week of studying from his students (not including class or homework). For most of you, I’d wager that this kind of course load is a dealbreaker. However, for those of you passionate about chemical engineering, I want you to know that while this is the hardest thing I’ve done in my 21 years on Earth, it is also the only thing besides my fiancé I have ever genuinely loved. This is absolutely what I want to do the rest of my life. One way or another, if chemical engineering is meant for you, you will have that moment. Unlike many things in the world, with chemical engineering, you will feel it, if it’s right for you.

[davidjb]

Just wanted to chime in here as a retired ChemE with over 40 years of experience. Very nice summary. I think you hit the high points pretty well, and some of the low points, too. Just would like to add in a point from my perspective - if you do a half way decent job with your employer at the end of your career, they will make it difficult to retire since they will still have a need for your capabilities. I am currently working on a contract with my former employer to be a part-time consultant. What I found is that after about 25 years of experience I finally felt like I had a lot of answers to common problems. After a while you see a pattern that repeats and things become easier. Still, I will never know everything, but sometimes it looks like that to non-engineers when you are successful at problem solving. I can't think of a better career to have had. I would encourage anyone commenting here that no matter how hard any of this gets, do not give up or give in. Carry that same attitude into your employment and you will become a valued employee. Keep up the good work!

[mathapeloshabalala]

This really helped me understand more about ChemE and its benefits.

[nazzabazza]

Thanks so much!!
I'm a high school student not too sure what to do with my life, but this has increased my interest into the chemical engineering field.

[masonlarsen]

Hey Eggs! I loved this video... Every time I feel like I have enough knowledge just to get started, you prove me wrong lol. Can't thank you enough for your thorough content. I'm gonna be a first-generation University goer in my immediate family and I've had zero clue from the get-go on what I've needed to know before I hit the gas.

[genkichen]

Hii sir, I am a MSE student from China. Your videos about chemical engineering are very insightful, and I want to translate and upload some of them on China's native video platforms. I cannot get any profit by this, but I just want to spread your insightful thoughts in China, because lots of students in China know nothing about this industry before choosing a college major. Hope you are good in health and everything!

[florentinosanchez]

Very nice video. Im in my second year of chemical engineering and we wont have just a single chemistry subject, just thermodinamis, I hope I had known that before

[jonathancervera]

After interning in a global company, this content is legit! Great job Eggs!

[DDd-uvcf]

every word you said is true, i grew more as a professional after I left university and worked in the industry, your constantly working with engineers in the office and like wise with operators all your skills have to be fine tuned and learn to be comfortable when its rather uncomfortable oh and the never ending problem solving.

[gracebandeke]

I really appreciate this video. It helping to get a clear vision for my chem.engineering career
Can you do a video on "How to choose a Master's degree in chemical engineering".
Thanks in advance EGGS

[nestorrtm]

It's really helpful, thanks a lot!!

[steverocksyo]

You ain't kidding about the management aspect and the relianc on you for knowing the answers.

[holinessgracemoranga]

this really helped me get a clear opinion of chemical engineering

[jafetmartinez]

wow! Thanks for sharing this valuable video! This motivates more to get a job of chemical engineering. Recently I had a job about quality area in a pipe industry last year. But I prefer to get a job related to chamical process control. Keep uploading videos like this!

[tommie]

Going to be a good game with excellent refereeing.

[jmesta]

Me(Earlier) : This seems fun.
Me : Hearing the social part, having to go in the the middle of nowhere when i hate cars, etc.
Me(Now) : slowly losing hope...

[kamalreza.m]

For those who want to get into Chemistry, don't let this video discourage you to Take chemistry if you want it or Its youre passionate on, you just had to put more effort and passion on it and make some Project or do some Internship to put it on your portofolio 👍🏻

[shano]

I’m really scared of becoming a chemE and wont be able to find a job, and even if i find it i’m scared that i wont make good money

[nawaurielpunabantu]

So glad I found your channel. Could you do a video on electives to choose in College if your looking to be a Chem Engineer who can also work in data science/ tech ?

[JamesVestal-dzqm]

I remember telling Christine aikens male and female undergrads use their computers differently and she said I should be careful with that.