How do they match: Materials Engineers

  • Materials Specialist
  • Metallurgical Specialist

  • 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.

  • Evaluate technical specifications and economic factors relating to process or product design objectives.
  • Guide technical staff in developing materials for specific uses in projected products or devices.
  • Plan and implement laboratory operations to develop material and fabrication procedures that meet cost, product specification, and performance standards.

  • Confer with technical personnel to prepare designs or operational plans.
  • Evaluate plans or specifications to determine technological or environmental implications.
  • Supervise engineering or other technical personnel.
  • Teach classes in area of specialization.
  • Train personnel on proper operational procedures.