Materials Engineer
Code: 17-2131.00
Also known as: Extrusion Engineer, Materials Development Engineer, Materials Engineer, Materials Research Engineer, Metallurgical Engineer, Metallurgist, Research Engineer, Test Engineer
Description: Evaluate materials and develop machinery and processes to manufacture materials for use in products that must meet specialized design and performance specifications. Develop new uses for known materials. Includes those engineers working with composite materials or specializing in one type of material, such as graphite, metal and metal alloys, ceramics and glass, plastics and polymers, and naturally occurring materials. Includes metallurgists and metallurgical engineers, ceramic engineers, and welding engineers.
Typical wages
| 10% | $57,970 |
| 25% | $73,950 |
| Median | $95,640 |
| 75% | $123,590 |
| 90% | $154,340 |
| 10% | $27.87 |
| 25% | $35.55 |
| Median | $45.98 |
| 75% | $59.42 |
| 90% | $74.2 |
Projected employment
| Estimated Employment (2019 year) |
27,500 |
| Projected Employment (2029 year) |
27,900 |
| Percent Change | +0 % |
| Projected Annual Job Openings | 1,500 |