Engineering Can I transition back into chemical engineering after 5 years in the DEP?

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A chemical engineer (ChemE) with five years of experience in the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) seeks to transition back into traditional chemical engineering roles. The discussion highlights concerns about being typecast and the relevance of permit writing skills in job applications. Participants suggest evaluating local job postings for ChemE positions and considering further education, such as obtaining a Master's degree, to enhance qualifications and job prospects.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of chemical engineering principles and roles
  • Familiarity with the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) functions
  • Knowledge of job market trends for chemical engineers
  • Awareness of educational pathways, including Master's degree options
NEXT STEPS
  • Research local job postings for chemical engineering positions
  • Explore the benefits of obtaining a Master's degree in chemical engineering
  • Investigate how permit writing skills can be leveraged in job applications
  • Network with professionals in the chemical engineering field to gain insights
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Chemical engineers considering a career transition, professionals in environmental protection roles, and individuals seeking to enhance their qualifications for traditional ChemE positions.

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I am ChemE who has been in the DEP for 5 years now and I feel like I have become typecast out of any traditional ChemE role. I graduated quite some years ago. Is there any way to get back into chemical engineering? How can my permit writing skills be used elsewhere?
 
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DEP?
 
Department of Environmental Protection (hint was "permit writing skills ")
 
Vanadium 50 said:
DEP?

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Very funny. Now can we please get back to my problem.
 
What kind of ChemE positions have you seen in job postings in your geographical area? Do their requirements match your background at all? If not, what do you need to add to get closer to qualifying for those positions? If you are currently at the BS level, would getting your Master's degree help qualify you for more job growth?
 
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L0SER said:
Very funny. Now can we please get back to my problem.
Hey, you started it !
 
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L0SER said:
I am ChemE who has been in the DEP
Vanadium 50 said:
DEP?
We shouldn't need to decode uncommonly used acronyms...
 
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Sadly, this appears to be another drive-by posting.
 
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Vanadium 50 said:
Sadly, this appears to be another drive-by posting.
Yeah, well look at his "name"
 
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Why did you spend 5 years doing something you didn't want to be " typecasted" as?
 

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