Average Chemical Engineer Salary in Peru for 2024

In this article, we will look at the average Chemical Engineer salary for 2024 in Peru and how that compares to other countries and professions. We'll also look at interesting salary data points like median salary, 25th and 75th percentile salaries, salary amounts based on experience, bonus ranges and more!

The data in this article has been compiled using official government salary data, salary surveys, and other sources such as job postings which contain salary information.

All salary information is in the local currency, which is the Peruvian sol. To keep things simple, we are using the PEN currency code instead of the currency symbol S/ .

How Much Does a Chemical Engineer Make in Peru?

A Chemical Engineer working in Peru will typically earn around 76,440 PEN per year, and this can range from the lowest average salary of about 39,420 PEN to the highest average salary of 118,200 PEN.

Average Annual Salary
76,440 PEN
Average Monthly Salary
6,370 PEN

Lowest Annual Salary
39,420 PEN
Lowest Monthly Salary
3,285 PEN

Highest Annual Salary
118,200 PEN
Highest Monthly Salary
9,850 PEN

These are average salaries for a Chemical Engineer in Peru and include benefits such as housing and transport. It's also possible for a Chemical Engineer to earn more or less than the average salaries shown above.

Chemical Engineer salaries will vary a lot based on your experience, location, skills, and gender. Keep reading below to research more data on each of these areas.

Distribution of Chemical Engineer Salaries in Peru

So we've looked at the average salaries a Chemical Engineer will earn in Peru. The next interesting data point is the distribution of salaries.

Salary ranges

We already know that a Chemical Engineer can earn between 39,420 PEN and 118,200 PEN on average in Peru. This is known as the range in statistics.

The difference between the maximum and minimum values is a good indicator of variability in salaries, and can be used by employers to figure out how much they can expect to pay, and for employees to know how much they can earn.

Median salary

The median salary for a Chemical Engineer in Peru is 73,020 PEN. This is the middle value in the distribution of salaries.

What this means is that approximately 50% of the population earn less than 73,020 PEN, and 50% of the population earn more than 73,020 PEN.

If you are earning more than the median salary, that's a good indicator that you are being paid well.

If you're not earning more than the median salary, your objective should be to increase your earnings to be at least as high as the median salary (which you can do by asking for a pay rise, looking for a better paying job, etc).

Percentiles

Percentiles are similar to the median salary, but instead of looking at the middle value, they look at the values in the top and bottom half of the distribution.

For the average Chemical Engineer salary in Peru, 25% of the population are earning less than 53,120 PEN while 75% of the population earn more than 53,120 PEN.

75% of the population earn less than 91,960 PEN, and 25% of the population earn more than 91,960 PEN.

Like the median salary, the 25th and 75th percentile salaries can be used to determine which quartile you fall into so that you know whether you are being paid well enough compared to others in your profession and location.

The difference between a median and an average salary

The median and average salary are both indicators you can use to see if you are being paid fairly based on the overall population.

  • If your salary is higher than the average and the median salary, you are earning well compared to others.
  • If your salary is lower than the average and the median salary, it could indicate you are not being paid well enough.
  • If you are somewhere in between then it's tricky to determine if you are being paid well enough and you might need to research more closely.

Chemical Engineer Salary by Experience Level in Peru

The most important factor in determining your salary after the specific profession is the number of years experience you have. It stands to reason that more years of experience will result in a higher wage.

We have researched the average chemical engineer salary based on years of experience to give you an idea of how the average changes once you've worked for a certain amount of time.

  • 0 - 2 Years Experience. A Chemical Engineer in Peru that has less than two years of experience can expect to earn somewhere in the region of 47,540 PEN.
  • 2 - 5 Years Experience. With two to five years of experience the average Chemical Engineer salary would increase to 62,060 PEN.
  • 5 - 10 Years Experience. From five to ten years of experience as a Chemical Engineer, the average salary would be 78,120 PEN.
  • 10 - 15 Years Experience. Once you have more than ten years of experience the average salary reaches around 98,140 PEN.
  • 15 - 20 Years Experience. A Chemical Engineer with 15 to 20 years of experience can earn an average of 104,140 PEN.
  • 20+ Years Experience. For a Chemical Engineer with more than 20 years, the expected average salary increases to 112,460 PEN.

Average Salary by Experience Chart

0-2 Years
47,540 PEN
2-5 Years +34%
62,060 PEN
5-10 Years +30%
78,120 PEN
10-15 Years +21%
98,140 PEN
15-20 Years +9%
104,140 PEN
20+ Years +5%
112,460 PEN

Chemical Engineer Salary by Education Level in Peru

As well as experience in a job, your education plays a big role in how much you can earn. A lot of higher paying positions require a high level of education, but how much can a degree increase your salary?

In our research we have compared the salaries of employees in the same job and career level with different levels of education to see how much more you can earn at each education level.

The salary you can earn based on your education is very specific to both your location and the career path you choose.

In our research, we looked at the average salary for a Chemical Engineer in Peru based on the education level of the employees in order to find out whether a better education level would increase your salary.

  • Bachelor's Degree. A Chemical Engineer in Peru with a bachelor's degree education can earn an average salary of 64,180 PEN.

  • Master's Degree. A Chemical Engineer in Peru with a master's degree education can earn an average salary of 91,560 PEN.

Average Salary by Education Chart

Bachelor's Degree
64,180 PEN
Master's Degree +39%
91,560 PEN

How Much is a Master's Degree or MBA Program?

The approximate cost of a master's degree or post-graduate program like an MBA in Peru is around 37,700 to 113,000 PEN and takes two years to complete.

As you can see above, there are financial benefits from reaching master's degree level, but don't expect to see much of a salary increase until you have completed the degree.

It's common for people to pursue an MBA or other post-graduate program in order to switch to a a job that pays more. On average, you can expect to earn around 10% more when switching to a new company.

Whether you decide to pursue a master's degree depends on many factors. If you are able to afford it, the numbers suggest that the return on investment is worth it and you could recover the costs in a few years from the salary increase you would receive.

Chemical Engineer Salary Compared by Gender

In the modern age, we know that there should never be a pay gap between men and women. Unfortunately, in many professions, there is still a significant difference between the salaries earned by men when compared to the salary of women in the same job.

In Peru, a male chemical engineer will earn an average of 83,020 PEN, while a female chemical engineer will earn around 75,220 PEN.

This means that a male chemical engineer earns approximately 10% more than a female chemical engineer for performing the same job.

Average Salary by Gender Chart in Peru

Male
83,020 PEN
Female -10%
75,220 PEN

Chemical Engineer Average Pay Raise in Peru

In many countries, an annual pay raise is often given to employees to reward their service with a salary increase.

From our research, we can see that the average pay raise for a Chemical Engineer in Peru is around 12% every 17 months.

The national average pay raise across all professions and industries in Peru is around 9% every 17 months.

In this case, we can see that the number of months between the average pay raise is higher than the typical 12 months.

To make the data more meaningful, we can calculate what the approximate annual pay raise would be using a simple formula:

Annual Increase = ( Increase Rate ÷ Months ) × 12

So for this example, it would be:

Annual Increase = ( 12 ÷ 17 ) × 12  = 8%

What this means is that a Chemical Engineer in Peru can expect to receive an average pay raise of around 8% every 12 months.

Annual Pay Raise by Industry in Peru for 2024

In the chart below, you can see the average annual pay raise percentages for each of the major industries in Peru.

You will see that companies in bigger and more lucrative industries tend to have the higher annual pay raises.

Banking
8%
Energy
7%
Information Technology
6%
Healthcare
5%
Travel
4%
Construction
3%
Education
2%

Chemical Engineer Bonus and Incentive Rates in Peru

Another part of your overall compensation in a job is how much bonus you receive. Some job roles will be more likely to pay a bonus than others and also more likely to have higher bonus rates.

Generally speaking, jobs that are more involved with direct revenue generation will receive higher bonuses based on the performance towards revenue goals.

A Chemical Engineer is a moderate bonus based job, with 51% of employees reporting at least one bonus in the last 12 months.

49% reported that they had not received any bonuses in the previous 12 months.

For the employees that did receive a bonus in the previous 12 months, the reported bonuses ranged from 3% to 5%.

Received Bonus
51%
No Bonus
49%

What are the Types of Bonus?

There are a number of difference types of bonus you can receive in a job. Including:

  • Individual performance bonus - This is a bonus that is awarded to an individual employee for general performance in the job. It's the most common type of bonus.
  • Company performance bonus - This is a bonus that is awarded to a company employees to share profit with the staff.
  • Goal based bonus - This is a bonus that is awarded to an individual employee (or a team) for achieving specific goals, objectives, or milestones.
  • Holiday bonus - This type of bonus is usually paid around the holidays, often the end of the year, and is a token of appreciation for the hard work throughout the year.

Government vs Private Sector Salaries

Another commonly asked question is whether you get paid a higher salary working in the public (government) sector or the private sector.

Public sector employees in Peru earn approximately 10% more than private sector employees in the same role.

Public Sector
93,880 PEN
Private Sector -10%
85,700 PEN

Salaries for Jobs Similar to a Chemical Engineer

In the table below, we have salary information for jobs that are similar to a Chemical Engineer in Peru.

Job Title Category Salary
Acoustics Engineer Engineering 71,280 PEN
Assembly Engineering Technician Engineering 57,800 PEN
Assistant Chief Engineer Engineering 91,560 PEN
Associate Engineer Engineering 70,700 PEN
AutoCAD Drafter Engineering 48,340 PEN
Autocad Operator Engineering 48,820 PEN
Automation Engineer Engineering 79,260 PEN
Automation Engineer Engineering 83,640 PEN
Avionic System Support Engineer Engineering 71,660 PEN
Biochemical Engineer Engineering 72,540 PEN
BMS Engineer Engineering 72,360 PEN
Bridge and Lock Tender Engineering 43,220 PEN
Broadcast Engineer Engineering 78,940 PEN
CAD Design Engineer Engineering 77,640 PEN
CAD Designer Engineering 48,300 PEN
CAE Engineer Engineering 78,160 PEN
Ceramics Engineer Engineering 72,780 PEN
Civil Drafter Engineering 48,340 PEN
Civil Engineer Engineering 77,120 PEN
Civil Site Engineer Engineering 76,280 PEN
Civil Technician Engineering 48,560 PEN
Commissioning Engineer Engineering 74,540 PEN
Communications Engineer Engineering 85,880 PEN
Condition Monitoring Engineer Engineering 70,260 PEN
Contract Associate Engineer Engineering 77,060 PEN
Contract Engineer Engineering 71,400 PEN
Control Systems Engineer Engineering 76,540 PEN
Controls Engineer Engineering 78,940 PEN
Controls Software Engineer Engineering 66,480 PEN
Corrosion Engineer Engineering 68,900 PEN
Design Engineer Engineering 83,140 PEN
Director of Engineering Engineering 163,800 PEN
Drafter Engineering 48,340 PEN
Drafting Manager Engineering 89,960 PEN
Drilling Engineer Engineering 75,980 PEN
Drilling Foreman Engineering 23,080 PEN
Electrical Draughtsman Engineering 37,380 PEN
Electrical Engineer Engineering 82,520 PEN
Electrical Engineering Manager Engineering 106,760 PEN
Electromechanical Engineering Technologist Engineering 80,580 PEN
Electromechanical Equipment Assembler Engineering 41,560 PEN
Energy Engineer Engineering 84,180 PEN
Engine Assembler Engineering 35,000 PEN
Engineer Engineering 82,520 PEN
Engineering Account Manager Engineering 89,800 PEN
Engineering Chief Designer Engineering 91,580 PEN
Engineering Consultant Engineering 104,080 PEN
Engineering Key Account Manager Engineering 115,740 PEN
Engineering Lab Technician Engineering 71,400 PEN
Engineering Manager Engineering 103,140 PEN
Engineering Planning Manager Engineering 108,340 PEN
Engineering Production Manager Engineering 142,300 PEN
Engineering Project Analyst Engineering 91,580 PEN
Engineering Project Coordinator Engineering 87,760 PEN
Engineering Project Director Engineering 152,300 PEN
Engineering Project Leader Engineering 99,080 PEN
Engineering Project Manager Engineering 111,240 PEN
Engineering Research and Development Manager Engineering 128,500 PEN
Engineering Safety Coordinator Engineering 60,920 PEN
Engineering Sales Manager Engineering 107,820 PEN
Engineering Technician Engineering 60,920 PEN
Engineering Technologist Engineering 58,720 PEN
Environmental Engineer Engineering 76,540 PEN
Equipment Engineer Engineering 68,900 PEN
Equipment Engineering Manager Engineering 107,680 PEN
Estimator Engineering 64,560 PEN
Fabrication Specialist Engineering 57,800 PEN
Fabricator Engineering 35,000 PEN
Facade Engineer Engineering 78,500 PEN
Fiber Analyst Engineering 43,340 PEN
Field Engineer Engineering 80,840 PEN
Field Engineering Manager Engineering 129,000 PEN
Fire Engineer Engineering 77,100 PEN
Fitter and Turner Engineering 23,260 PEN
Forestry Strategic Planner Engineering 93,340 PEN
Generation Engineer Engineering 75,100 PEN
Genetic Engineer Engineering 87,880 PEN
Geological Engineer Engineering 77,120 PEN
Geotechnical Engineer Engineering 87,520 PEN
Heavy Equipment Mechanic Engineering 41,900 PEN
Highway Engineer Engineering 77,100 PEN
HSE Professional Engineering 68,320 PEN
HVAC Engineer Engineering 81,880 PEN
HVAC Supervisor Engineering 68,900 PEN
Industrial Engineer Engineering 72,120 PEN
Industrial Engineering Technologist Engineering 74,940 PEN
Instrument Engineer Engineering 74,620 PEN
Instrument Technician Engineering 45,560 PEN
Instrumentation and Control Engineer Engineering 76,280 PEN
Instrumentation Designer Engineering 63,480 PEN
Instrumentation Engineer Engineering 73,980 PEN
Instrumentation Manager Engineering 80,480 PEN
Irrigation Engineer Engineering 78,500 PEN
Licensed Aircraft Engineer Engineering 83,140 PEN
Locomotive Engineer Engineering 74,940 PEN
Maintenance Engineer Engineering 72,380 PEN
Maintenance Fitter Engineering 26,080 PEN
Maintenance Manager Engineering 77,400 PEN
Manufacturing Engineer Engineering 70,840 PEN
Marine Engineer Engineering 82,480 PEN
Materials Engineer Engineering 78,160 PEN
Materials Researcher Engineering 70,880 PEN
Materials Technician Engineering 56,460 PEN
Mechanical and Electrical Engineer Engineering 84,740 PEN
Mechanical Design Engineer Engineering 83,760 PEN
Mechanical Designer Engineering 66,580 PEN
Mechanical Engineer Engineering 80,840 PEN
Mechanical Engineering Manager Engineering 114,900 PEN
Mechanical Inspector Engineering 70,840 PEN
Mechatronics Engineer Engineering 84,880 PEN
Mining Engineer Engineering 79,280 PEN
Oil and Petrochemical Engineer Engineering 83,200 PEN
Optical Engineer Engineering 75,980 PEN
Optical Instrument Assembler Engineering 39,960 PEN
PCB Assembler Engineering 29,840 PEN
Photonics Engineer Engineering 88,480 PEN
Photonics Technician Engineering 72,180 PEN
Pipeline Engineer Engineering 73,820 PEN
Piping Designer Engineering 41,560 PEN
Piping Engineer Engineering 68,900 PEN
Planning Engineer Engineering 80,340 PEN
Pressure Vessel Inspector Engineering 34,120 PEN
Principal Cost Engineer Engineering 82,920 PEN
Principal Engineer Engineering 74,940 PEN
Principal Support Engineer Engineering 80,060 PEN
Process Engineer Engineering 74,620 PEN
Process Operator Engineering 43,520 PEN
Product Development Engineer Engineering 83,400 PEN
Product Development Technician Engineering 57,440 PEN
Product Engineer Engineering 80,800 PEN
Product Safety Engineer Engineering 77,060 PEN
Production Engineer Engineering 77,100 PEN
Project Engineer Engineering 78,400 PEN
Proposal Manager Engineering 105,800 PEN
Purchasing Engineer Engineering 68,900 PEN
Quality Assurance Engineer Engineering 77,860 PEN
Rail Engineer Engineering 77,100 PEN
Regional Field Engineer Engineering 87,020 PEN
Robotics Engineer Engineering 90,620 PEN
Robotics Technician Engineering 64,180 PEN
Safety Engineer Engineering 77,400 PEN
Safety Inspector Engineering 57,620 PEN
Safety Manager Engineering 94,900 PEN
Safety Officer Engineering 39,080 PEN
Sales Engineer Engineering 79,000 PEN
Scheduling Engineer Engineering 67,320 PEN
Service Engineer Engineering 84,180 PEN
Solar Engineer Engineering 80,480 PEN
Staff Engineer Engineering 76,280 PEN
Static Equipment Engineer Engineering 75,980 PEN
Stationary Engineer Engineering 67,300 PEN
Stress Engineer Engineering 72,360 PEN
Structural Analysis Engineer Engineering 73,820 PEN
Structural Designer Engineering 72,180 PEN
Structural Engineer Engineering 77,120 PEN
Structural Technician Engineering 50,080 PEN
Supply Chain Specialist Engineering 73,820 PEN
Surveyor Engineering 57,900 PEN
Technical Affairs Officer Engineering 42,040 PEN
Technical Assistant Engineering 41,900 PEN
Technical Engineer Engineering 64,180 PEN
Technical Support Engineer Engineering 70,260 PEN
Tender Engineer Engineering 72,180 PEN
Test Development Engineer Engineering 76,280 PEN
Test Engineer Engineering 76,540 PEN
Transportation Engineer Engineering 78,420 PEN
Validation Engineer Engineering 70,600 PEN
Verification Engineer Engineering 71,660 PEN
Wastewater Engineer Engineering 75,040 PEN
Wind Energy Engineer Engineering 74,940 PEN
Wind Energy Operations Manager Engineering 104,920 PEN
Work Planner Engineering 54,140 PEN

Salary Comparison by City

If you want to compare salaries with different cities in Peru, you can use the links below to explore the data for each specific city we have researched.

City Average Salary
Arequipa 89,440 PEN
Chiclayo 83,180 PEN
Cusco 77,880 PEN
Huancayo 78,450 PEN
Iquitos 76,320 PEN
Lima 92,120 PEN
Trujillo 87,470 PEN

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