How do they match: Materials Engineers

  • Glass Science Engineer
  • Material Science And Testing Engineer

  • 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.

  • Conduct training sessions on new material products, applications, or manufacturing methods for customers and their employees.
  • Plan and evaluate new projects, consulting with other engineers and corporate executives, as necessary.
  • Review new product plans, and make recommendations for material selection, based on design objectives such as strength, weight, heat resistance, electrical conductivity, and cost.
  • Supervise the work of technologists, technicians, and other engineers and scientists.

  • Teach social science courses at the college level.