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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$160K - $220K *

Develop robust structural steel solutions, managing procurement, installation, and commissioning for innovative fusion energy projects. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure safety, quality, and effic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by owning failure analysis for electromechanical hardware, driving root cause investigations, and collaborating across engineering teams to ensure product reliability and quality f...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $116K *

Join a dynamic team to tackle diverse engineering challenges, ensuring compliance and quality while working autonomously. Contribute to innovative projects and process improvements, enhancing your ski...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$179K - $200K *

Champion structural excellence by leading design methodologies and standardization across diverse engineering programs. Drive innovation and quality while mentoring teams to enhance manufacturability...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $120K *

Elevate your career as you design and validate advanced mechanical systems. Collaborate with senior engineers to create 3D models, conduct analyses, and support prototyping, all while enhancing your t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$177K - $235K *

Pioneer supplier industrialization efforts to scale mechanical components, ensuring quality and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet production goals in a dynamic environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$64K - $98K *

Optimize design and project management efficiency at a leading firm by supporting engineering tasks, ensuring quality standards, and coordinating multi-discipline projects. Contribute to innovative so...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that shapes the future of electrical engineering by leading complex mining and mineral processing projects. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure quality compliance while mentoring the...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead critical engineering projects at a major hydropower facility, providing mentorship and technical expertise. Engage in design, maintenance, and operational activities to ensure efficient power gen...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$129K - $171K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop innovative support systems for autonomous maritime vehicles, ensuring their effective operation in diverse environments while collaborating closely with cross...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Manage multi-disciplinary engineering activities across capital projects, ensuring alignment with project scope, budget, and performance targets. Lead a high-performing team while overseeing external...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Engineer innovative solutions by providing technical expertise and mentorship for complex mechanical engineering projects at a major hydropower facility, ensuring compliance with standards and enhanci...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $123K *

Champion project success by leading design efforts, mentoring teams, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. Oversee project milestones and guide contract administration for seamless deliv...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

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

$105K - $123K *

Join a team that's driving innovative land development projects, overseeing design processes, and mentoring junior engineers. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure project success while...

Surrey, BCIn-Person

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

$86K - $128K *

Champion reliability engineering by enhancing mechanical systems' performance, ensuring optimal asset health and process stability. Collaborate across teams to drive proactive maintenance strategies a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion mining project success by overseeing operations, coordinating teams, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met. Leverage your expertise to drive efficiency and maintain project schedu...

St. John's, NLIn-Person

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

$85K - $100K *

Drive the success of mining projects by overseeing operations, coordinating teams, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met. Collaborate with project managers and supervisors to execute plans...

St Lawrence, NLIn-Person

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

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of civil engineering by overseeing project production, ensuring efficiency, and providing expert guidance to project teams for successful project delivery...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $100K *

Accelerate project success by preparing plans, estimates, and designs while communicating effectively across teams and regulatory agencies. Support multiple multidisciplinary projects in a dynamic env...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $120K *

Elevate your career by driving Metallurgical advancements through analysis and testing. Collaborate with a dynamic team while ensuring adherence to safety regulations and enhancing processes, contribu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing manufacturing processes for printed circuit boards. Collaborate across functions to drive efficiency, safety, and quality while implementing innovative soluti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Develop innovative solutions by supporting chemical manufacturing operations, managing capital projects, and enhancing process efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot chall...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$147K - $203K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic engineering team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, focusing on quality, safety, and innovation to drive operational excellence and cost reduction...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of engineering by managing lab operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and readiness for rapid hardware development and testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize r...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $150K *

Drive innovation by overseeing the qualification of advanced 3D printers, ensuring part quality and operational efficiency while collaborating with engineers and technicians to optimize workflows and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.