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Materials Engineer Career Guide

Develop, process, and test materials used in products from airplanes to computers.

54Average
Median: $87,000
Hours/week: 40
Education: Bachelor's
Growth: 5%

Overview

Develop, process, and test materials used in products from airplanes to computers.

Median Salary
$87,000
Weekly Hours
40
Education
Bachelor's
Job Growth
5%

Key Metrics

Stress6/10
Work-Life Balance7/10
Job Security7/10
Remote Friendly3/10
Physical Demand3/10
Automation Risk4/10

Pros

  • +Intellectual work
  • +Good pay
  • +Many industries
  • +Research opportunities

Cons

  • -Lab work
  • -Rigorous education
  • -Less remote work
  • -Documentation

Savings Calculator

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Yearly Savings
$8,700
Monthly Savings
$725

Top Employers Hiring for Engineering

Lockheed Martin
Boeing
General Electric
Siemens
Bechtel
Fluor

About This Career

Develop, process, and test materials used in products from airplanes to computers.

Guide to Education

Required Education

Bachelor's

Typical Training

4 years of experience/training

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a master's?

Helpful for research roles.

Where do materials engineers work?

Manufacturing, aerospace, and research labs.

Is materials engineering growing?

Yes, tied to technology demand.

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