Materials Engineer (General)
Evaluate materials and develop machinery and processes to manufacture materials for use in products that must meet specialized design and performance specifications. Develop new uses for known materials. Includes those engineers working with composite materials or specializing in one type of material, such as graphite, metal and metal alloys, ceramics and glass, plastics and polymers, and naturally occurring materials. Includes metallurgists and metallurgical engineers, ceramic engineers, and welding engineers.
At a Glance
Materials Engineer (General). Top skills: Decision Making, Product Engineering, Teamwork.
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Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Materials Engineers
Median Wage
$108,310/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+5.7%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (7)
Product Engineering
Materials Science
Process Improvement
Product Line Extension
New Product Development
Product Design
Common Skills (7)
Decision Making
Teamwork
Analytical Skills
Interpersonal Communications
Verbal Communication Skills
Leadership
Problem Solving
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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