Explore Materials Engineer Jobs

Materials engineers develop, evaluate, and improve the materials used in products and industrial processes. From metals and polymers to ceramics, composites, and advanced materials, their work helps organizations create products that meet performance, safety, cost, and sustainability goals. Explore vetted Materials Engineer opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Materials Engineer Do?

Materials engineers study how materials behave, select suitable materials for specific applications, and work with teams to improve product performance and reliability. Responsibilities may include designing experiments, analyzing test results, investigating material failures, qualifying suppliers, and supporting manufacturing scale-up. The exact scope varies by industry, employer, and level of seniority.

Where Materials Engineers Work

Materials engineers contribute across aerospace, automotive, energy, electronics, medical devices, chemicals, construction, and advanced manufacturing. They may specialize in areas such as metallurgy, polymers, semiconductors, composites, corrosion, or additive manufacturing. Opportunities can be found in research and development, production, quality, consulting, and technical leadership.

Skills and Qualifications

Many roles seek a degree in materials science, materials engineering, or a related engineering discipline. Employers may value expertise in materials characterization, mechanical testing, failure analysis, process development, and statistical analysis, along with experience using laboratory instruments or engineering software. Communication and cross-functional collaboration are also important when translating technical findings into practical decisions.

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Search Materials Engineer openings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, required experience, and industry focus to identify roles aligned with your technical background and career goals.

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$80K - $95K *

Champion innovation by designing and developing advanced mechanical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and reliability while ensuring project integrity through rig...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovation in cryogenic gas processing technologies, leading project execution and technical development. Collaborate with teams to enhance design practices and support business growth through t...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in cryogenic gas processing technologies. As a senior leader, you'll oversee project execution, mentor engineers, and enhance design practices to ensure competiti...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Unlock your potential as a technical leader in cryogenic gas processing. Drive innovation, mentor engineers, and enhance project execution while shaping the future of natural gas technologies from inc...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovation and technical leadership in cryogenic gas processing technologies. Collaborate across teams to enhance design practices and support project execution, ensuring competitive positioning...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by providing engineering support for gas turbine engines, ensuring technical documentation and logistics meet Navy standards while collaborating on critical projects and enhancing...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $105K *

Shape your future by driving product design and manufacturing efficiency. Leverage your engineering expertise to create tooling, improve workflows, and support production while ensuring compliance and...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Innovate advanced ceramic and dielectric materials for high-voltage environments. Lead projects from concept to production, balancing technical challenges with program delivery in a multidisciplinary...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $180K *

Lead the charge in structural optimization for next-gen aerospace platforms, utilizing hand calculations and FEA. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate designs, establish best practices...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by joining a dynamic team to design, build, and optimize unique mechanical systems for innovating fuel fabrication processes, while fostering cross-functional collaboration for ope...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Discover your potential as a Geotechnical Engineer, driving impactful projects in civil infrastructure. Utilize your expertise in soil mechanics and design to analyze and influence construction outcom...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$83K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of mechanical engineering in data centers. Collaborate on design, construction, and commissioning while developing AI tools to enhance efficiency. This role offer...

Texas, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Advance your career by providing innovative structural design solutions for industrial projects. Collaborate with a dynamic engineering team to deliver impactful results across North America, enhancin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing efficient solid rocket motor production lines, ensuring safety, lean processes, and high throughput. Collaborate on tooling, inspection, and supplier mana...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive the production of thermoplastic composites, ensuring efficient processes and quality standards. Collaborate on innovative projects while enhancing manufacturing capabi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate product innovation by independently designing and evaluating complex engineering solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance product performance and support manufacturing, ensuring adherenc...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Optimize mechanical utility systems by leading HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design and operations. Ensure reliability and performance while supporting facility startup and ongoing operations in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of production by resolving technical challenges to meet quality and productivity targets in a dynamic automotive manufacturing environment, while collaborating with engineers and lead...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by developing geotechnical reports and designs for tunnel and shaft projects. Collaborate on investigations, assessments, and recommendations to ensure safe construction practices...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Optimize manufacturing processes through hands-on problem solving, collaboration, and continuous improvement initiatives. Drive improvements in safety, quality, and cost, while engaging directly on th...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion the future of electronics manufacturing by enhancing processes, providing technical support, and driving continuous improvement in PCB assembly production. Collaborate with teams to solve cha...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Grow your career with hands-on R&D in developing sustainable high-performance materials. Collaborate with a dynamic team to innovate, test, and commercialize new products that meet challenging environ...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Drive multidisciplinary design coordination and governance for Facilities in the High-Speed Rail programme, ensuring alignment with operational, regulatory, and performance targets while leading a tea...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of mechanical engineering projects by managing design and execution from start to finish, ensuring collaboration across disciplines while adhering to client and code requirements for...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Drive investigations into industrial incidents, analyzing safety protocols and equipment failures. Collaborate with experts to produce clear reports and provide expert testimony, leveraging your exten...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a materials engineer do?question toggle

    A materials engineer selects, develops, tests, and improves materials for products and manufacturing processes. The work can involve research, failure analysis, quality, product development, and production support.

  • What industries hire materials engineers?question toggle

    Materials engineers work in industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, electronics, medical devices, chemicals, construction, and advanced manufacturing.

  • What qualifications are common for materials engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many positions call for a bachelor’s degree in materials science, materials engineering, or a related field. Requirements vary, and specialized or senior roles may seek advanced education or relevant industry experience.

  • What skills are useful for materials engineers?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include materials characterization, testing, failure analysis, process development, data analysis, technical communication, and collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams.

  • How can I find Materials Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Materials Engineer listings on Ladders, where professional jobs are vetted and pay $100,000 or more. Review each posting for its salary details, qualifications, and location.