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Materials engineers design, develop and create materials used for products. They work with materials such as plastics, iron, graphite, glass, bras, nylon and other materials depending on product specifications. Material engineers are responsible for developing, modifying, testing and evaluating materials, provide technical advice on materials suitability and ensure product quality and performance.

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Education you need to become a Materials Engineer

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  • Doctor of Philosophy (PH.D.) in Materials Science and Engineering
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    Avg. Duration:45 monthsAvg. Fees:$37,577Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Master of Science (m.sc.) in Materials Engineering
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    Avg. Duration:17 monthsAvg. Fees:$32,851Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Science (b.sc.) in Materials Engineering
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$38,868Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Science (b.sc.) in Materials Science and Engineering
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$38,868Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Science (b.sc.) in Chemistry
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$32,847Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Master of Science (m.sc.) in Materials Science and Engineering
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    Avg. Duration:17 monthsAvg. Fees:$32,851Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
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Annual Pay Estimate for Materials Engineer and Other Important Info

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6.2 years
$90K
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2.59 years
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3
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