Materials Engineer is a Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences job with over 3,011 current openings filled by a Perm employee. Most Materials Engineers are hired by companies in the Communication and Energy Wire and Cable Manufacturing industry. The average Perm Materials Engineers job lasts 33 days.
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.
| Industry | Jobs | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Communication and Energy Wire and Cable Manufacturing | 3 | $82,250 |
| Computer Systems Design Services | 3 | $77,466 |
| Unlaminated Plastics Film and Sheet (except Packaging) Manufacturing | 3 | $73,618 |
| Industrial Design Services | 3 | $83,651 |
| Powder Metallurgy Part Manufacturing | 3 | $82,874 |
| Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing | 3 | $92,012 |
| Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing | 3 | $67,565 |
| Electrical Equipment Manufacturing | 3 | $100,402 |
| Metal Heat Treating | 3 | $82,902 |
| Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing | 3 | $96,796 |