Materials Engineer
Pioneer in technical materials science
Fields of activity | Materials Engineer
As a materials engineer, you’ll develop, analyze, and improve materials used across a wide range of technical fields. You’ll work with substances such as metals, ceramics, plastics, nanomaterials, and biomaterials. Your role may involve optimizing existing materials or developing new ones with specific properties for industrial applications, for example, highly durable materials for laptops or cars.
A key part of your work as a materials engineer will be investigating the physical, chemical, and mechanical properties of materials using various processes and machines, which you’ll help to refine. Additionally, you’ll test material quality and determine the most suitable areas of application.
Personal requirements | Materials Engineer
- Technical and scientific understanding
- Analytical thinking
- Creativity and experimentation
- Enjoy working in interdisciplinary teams
- Sense of responsibility and patience
Path to the profession | Materials Engineer
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Take the testPotential jobs | Materials Engineer
As a materials engineer, you’ll divide your time between offices, laboratories, and workshops. You’ll find opportunities in many industrial sectors, including the glass, plastics, metal, wood, and packaging industries, as well as the chemical industry. Your expertise is also in demand in mechanical, automotive, and plant engineering, and in research and development.