career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Chemical Engineers and Chief Executives. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Chemical Engineers | Chief Executives |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2041 | 11-1011 |
| title | Chemical Engineers | Chief Executives |
| onet code | 17-2041.00 | 11-1011.00 |
| description | Design chemical plant equipment and devise processes for manufacturing chemicals and products, such as gasoline, synthetic rubber, plastics, detergents, cement, paper, and pulp, by applying principles and technology of chemistry, physics, and engineering. | Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers. |
| job zone | 4 | 5 |
| major group | 17 | 11 |
| tot emp | 20,330 | 211,850 |
| a mean | 128,430 | 262,930 |
| a median | 121,860 | 206,420 |
| a pct10 | 78,520 | 73,710 |
| a pct25 | 96,040 | 126,080 |
| a pct75 | 152,290 | N/A |
| a pct90 | 182,150 | N/A |
| h mean | 61 | 126 |
| h median | 58 | 99 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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