Materials Engineer is a Engineering Services job with over 3,085 current openings filled by a Perm employee. Most Materials Engineers are hired by companies in the Surgical and Medical Instrument 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing | 12 | $88,981 |
| Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences | 12 | $97,625 |
| Computer Systems Design and Related Services | 12 | $78,773 |
| Testing Laboratories and Services | 11 | $92,483 |
| Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing | 10 | $86,424 |
| Iron and Steel Mills and Ferroalloy Manufacturing | 10 | $78,974 |
| All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 10 | $96,697 |
| Glass and Glass Product Manufacturing | 10 | $84,565 |
| Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing | 9 | $71,651 |
| Scientific Research and Development Services | 9 | $82,308 |