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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$140K - $166K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Civil Structural Licensing Engineer, driving the development of reactor facility licensing applications. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance with regu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $166K *

Transform regulatory compliance by leading civil structural licensing efforts, ensuring alignment with safety and design standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute licen...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $350K *

Unlock your potential by shaping our evolving product from 0-1. Collaborate across the stack, understand customer needs, and innovate through direct user feedback, building a roadmap that defines our...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $156K *

Drive process engineering excellence in polymer manufacturing, ensuring safe, reliable, and optimized production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and operational eff...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Innovate cutting-edge semiconductor processes by developing advanced formulations, analyzing test data, and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance production efficiency and drive next-gen technol...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $270K *

Engineer innovative semiconductor processes, leveraging advanced materials science and surface engineering to enhance production efficiency and yield. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive next-gen...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Innovate cutting-edge processes in semiconductor technology, collaborating cross-functionally to drive advancements and enhance product development while providing leadership and expertise to ensure c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $192K *

Advance your career by managing electromechanical product engineering projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and efficiency, while leading design reviews and supporting ma...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $247K *

Empower product development by leading and mentoring teams of engineers. Bring your expertise to complex projects while fostering creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration within a fast-paced con...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining network solutions by designing, implementing, and supporting advanced LAN, WAN, and wireless systems. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to enhance network strateg...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Project Engineer, ensuring seamless execution of construction projects through effective design, coordination, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to meet quality...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $192K *

Innovate semiconductor solutions by collaborating with customers and teams in a fast-paced environment. Engage in product development, troubleshooting, and enhance product quality as you tackle unprec...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $192K *

Innovate in a dynamic environment, driving product development and real-time solutions in the semiconductor equipment industry. Collaborate with teams and customers to tackle complex challenges and en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $192K *

Lead the charge in innovative product engineering, collaborating with teams to solve complex semiconductor equipment challenges, enhancing product quality and performance while driving significant ind...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform advanced materials and processes to drive innovation in high-speed interconnect technologies, collaborating across teams to enhance product performance and reliability while supporting the t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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Unlock potential by driving the development of advanced materials and processes for interconnect technologies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to innovate and enhance product performance in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $145K *

Shape the future of integrated air platforms by architecting innovative electrical systems. Collaborate across disciplines to design, implement, and test efficient solutions in a dynamic environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$187K - $270K *

Transform your career by leading the design and implementation of advanced web handling systems. As a technical authority, you'll drive innovation, mentor engineers, and shape the future of high-preci...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$124K - $163K *

Lead engineering initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and safety. Oversee capital projects, process improvements, and team development while collaborating with cross-functional partners to dr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by optimizing manufacturing processes and enhancing production efficiency. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot, improve tooling, and ensure quality while driving continuous improve...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative cooling solutions through hands-on design, testing, and validation of refrigeration products while collaborating closely with manufacturing teams to ensure suc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage as a Design Engineer, bridging design and engineering to create user-centric interfaces. Architect smooth interactions within our platform while implementing a robust design system that enhance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$92K - $110K *

Innovate solutions and lead initiatives in engineering support for maintenance, safety, and operations while enhancing manufacturing processes and driving technical improvements across a key departmen...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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Empower progress at the forefront of telecommunications by leveraging your structural engineering expertise to enhance infrastructure resilience and mentor emerging talent in a dynamic environment...

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  •   Less than 5 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.