Materials Research Engineer
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 Research Engineer. Top skills: Materials Science, Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing), Research.
Not available
Varies
Varies
N/A
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Materials Engineers
Median Wage
$108,310/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+5.7%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (18)
Materials Science
Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing)
Microscopy
Nanomaterials
Process Engineering
Science Communication
LabVIEW
Weapons Of Mass Destruction (WMD)
Quantum Information
MATLAB
Nanocomposites
Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy
Scientific Studies
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance
Multidisciplinary Research
Spectroscopy
Deterministic Methods
Common Skills (3)
Research
Presentations
Quick Learning
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
Related Pages
Frequently Asked Questions
Want to build these skills?
Sign up to find courses that teach these skills, track your progress, and build a skills passport aligned to Materials Research Engineer.
Get Started Free