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.

Find Materials Engineer Jobs on Ladders

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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$85K - $115K *

Engineer and optimize manufacturing processes for high-rate production, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop tooling, documentation, and continuo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative engineering solutions across diverse sectors. Provide consulting services, manage projects, and ensure compliance while collaborating with clients...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$134K - $193K *

Advance catalyst development by leading material qualification, testing, and data analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and troubleshoot testing processes, ensuring effective...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$134K - $193K *

Innovate in catalyst development by leading testing and qualification efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive projects forward while utilizing your strong chemical engineering backgr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform infrastructure design by leading the development of FRP composite products. Utilize expertise in closed molding and structural engineering to innovate solutions, ensuring compliance with ind...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Take ownership of innovative mechanical designs for advanced particle accelerator systems, collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to enhance our state-of-the-art production capabilities and ensur...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $95K *

Unlock potential by designing innovative fluid handling systems for advanced semiconductor manufacturing, ensuring reliability, safety, and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams t...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $90K *

Explore your engineering expertise in a dynamic role focused on civil projects. Collaborate with a team to tackle diverse challenges, manage projects, and build client relationships, all while deliver...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $169K *

Drive the execution of capital project investments, ensuring comprehensive lifecycle management while prioritizing safety and stakeholder satisfaction. Collaborate across teams to achieve project obje...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $95K *

Lead structural design initiatives for civil projects, focusing on tunneling, emergency response, and shoring. Collaborate with a talented engineering team to deliver innovative solutions and ensure p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing manufacturing processes for precision medical devices. Utilize your engineering expertise to lead projects, improve quality, and drive operational excellence...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's pioneering sustainable lunar infrastructure, developing advanced welding processes for aerospace applications. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure quality and safety in space e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative consumer product designs, leveraging your expertise in Mechanical Engineering to lead projects from vision to mass production while enhancing product quality and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading material selection and evaluation efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges, establish standards, and drive innovation in materials sci...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead mechanical engineering projects, ensuring design accuracy and project management excellence. Collaborate across functions to meet customer requirements and drive innovation...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer the mechanical and thermal design of high-temperature reactors, optimizing for manufacturability and maintenance. Lead a team to innovate solutions for the largest rare earth metallization pla...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in innovative product development by managing design, validation, and launch of electromechanical systems for automotive applications, ensuring alignment with performance, quality, and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$50K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading technical aspects of projects, coordinating with clients and teams to ensure quality and efficiency. Drive project success through planning, scheduling, and resource manage...

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

$121K - $175K *

Drive operational excellence by executing hands-on mechanical engineering solutions, optimizing production equipment reliability, and implementing design improvements to enhance efficiency and perform...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Build innovative mechanical systems for drilling tools. Lead design efforts by applying engineering principles to enhance safety and performance while collaborating across teams to meet market needs a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$116K - $175K *

Engineer innovative mechanical systems for energy projects, leading design efforts and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and efficiency. Drive solutions for HVAC and ther...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $175K *

Design and oversee mechanical systems for energy projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with teams to solve complex challenges and deliver high-quality solutions while mentoring jun...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $158K *

Elevate your career by leading the design of advanced mechanical systems for energy and infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, code-compliant solution...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $158K *

Transform mechanical systems design for energy and infrastructure projects. Lead project portions, ensuring compliance and efficiency while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $175K *

Unlock potential by leading the design of mechanical systems for energy projects. Utilize your expertise to develop innovative solutions, ensuring compliance and efficiency while mentoring junior engi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business 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.