Materials Engineer is a Testing Laboratories and Services job with over 3,011 current openings filled by a Perm employee. Most Materials Engineers are hired by companies in the Computer Systems Design and Related Services 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Design and Related Services | 12 | $78,773 |
| Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences | 12 | $97,625 |
| Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing | 12 | $88,981 |
| Testing Laboratories and Services | 10 | $96,770 |
| Glass and Glass Product Manufacturing | 10 | $84,565 |
| All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 10 | $96,697 |
| Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing | 10 | $86,424 |
| Iron and Steel Mills and Ferroalloy Manufacturing | 10 | $78,974 |
| Scientific Research and Development Services | 9 | $82,308 |
| Other Electronic Component Manufacturing | 8 | $96,710 |