"I think the top three crucial skills of a successful engineer are technical understanding in their industry, project management skills, and critical thinking and analytical ability."

Chemical engineering students will enter the workforce with a robust problem-solving skillset and a strong background in math and science. But to be truly successful, they will also need to have soft skills (e.g., oral and written communication, teamwork, leadership). And as the world trends toward a higher degree of reliance on computer technology and pursues cleaner, sustainable industries, young graduates will also need experience in coding languages, cellular and molecular biology, etc., to succeed. Employers typically list the required and preferred qualifications in their job postings, so it is important to analyze these descriptions when applying for specific positions.