Chemical engineering technicians perform technical tasks to aid in chemical engineering research, and in the design, manufacture, construction, operation, maintenance and repair of chemical plant.
(a)     Tasks include -
assisting in research on and development of industrial chemical processes, plant and equipment, or testing prototypes;
designing and preparing layouts of chemical plants according to the specifications given;
preparing detailed estimates of quantities and costs of materials and labour required for manufacture and installation according to the specifications given;
monitoring technical aspects of the construction, installation, operation, maintenance and repair of chemical plants to ensure satisfactory performance and compliance with specifications and regulations;
conducting chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists and engineers in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials.