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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$108K - $145K *

Drive innovative solutions in water treatment design and optimization. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance facility operations, ensuring safety and efficiency while adapting to evolving challen...

Sparwood, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leveraging your construction engineering expertise to design innovative temporary support structures and collaborate with clients across diverse projects throughout North Americ...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to design innovative temporary structures and support systems for diverse construction projects across North America, ensuring safety and efficiency in engineering solutions...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $120K *

Empower your career by designing innovative temporary structures and solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to tackle diverse construction challenges across North America, enhancing safety and eff...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $120K *

Engineer innovative construction solutions by designing temporary support structures and systems. Collaborate with teams on diverse projects across North America, ensuring safety and efficiency in con...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $120K *

Transform construction engineering by designing innovative temporary support structures and collaborating with teams on diverse projects across North America, ensuring safety and efficiency in constru...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of construction engineering through innovative design and collaboration on temporary works projects across North America. Contribute your expertise in structural...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Advance your career as you tackle diverse geotechnical projects, utilizing cutting-edge technologies in urban and remote settings, and contribute to effective foundation designs and geological analyse...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $150K *

Drive innovation in mechanical engineering to enhance demining systems. Collaborate with global teams to design, test, and deploy advanced solutions, ensuring operational excellence and safety in huma...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Transform operations by ensuring process reliability and safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance, drive continuous improvement, and uphold technology standards in chemic...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your engineering career by leading mechanical design projects, conducting technical reviews, and resolving complex issues in diverse construction environments. Collaborate with teams to ensure...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Engineer innovative mechanical designs and lead technical reviews for diverse projects. Collaborate with teams to resolve design challenges and ensure compliance with standards throughout the construc...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Drive innovative mechanical designs and technical reviews, ensuring compliance and resolving issues during construction. Collaborate with A-E firms to enhance project outcomes across diverse mechanica...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Drive innovative mechanical designs and technical reviews, ensuring compliance and resolving issues during construction. Collaborate with A-E firms to deliver high-quality mechanical systems for diver...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead the mechanical engineering team, overseeing design, quality assurance, and technical support for projects. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure project success while serving as the mechanical...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive the development and optimization of innovative polymer and coating technologies, enhancing product performance and manufacturing efficiency while ensuring sustainability and cost-effectiveness t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Transform capital projects by leading execution from concept to closeout, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and operational efficiency. Drive process improvements and collaborate cross-functionally t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer process improvements and lead capital projects, ensuring timely delivery and operational excellence. Collaborate across teams to enhance efficiency and quality while managing project lifecycle...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to drive innovation in Liquid Chromatography systems, focusing on mechanical design, analysis, and testing. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure product excellence from concept...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $100K *

Engineer innovative aerospace components by translating requirements into qualified designs. Collaborate with teams to create detailed CAD models and documentation, ensuring compliance with industry s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming concepts into high-quality product designs, collaborating with sales and manufacturing to ensure customer needs are met while utilizing advanced engineerin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$137K - $156K *

Join a team that designs and delivers advanced mechanical systems for diverse commercial and institutional projects. Provide technical leadership in HVAC and develop high-quality, code-compliant solut...

1 month ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Drive innovative structural design for steel projects from concept to installation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver effective solutions while ensuring compliance with codes and stan...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $110K *

Transform tooling design processes by overseeing the creation and procurement of fixtures and molds. Leverage CAD and stress analysis to ensure quality and efficiency in investment casting, aligning w...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of mechanical design by creating innovative systems that enhance performance and usability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop prototypes and refine designs based on r...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.