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materials engineer

Materials engineers research and design new or improved materials for a diverse number of applications.

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DESCRIPTION

Materials engineers research and design new or improved materials for a diverse number of applications. They analyse the composition of materials, conduct experiments, and develop new materials for industry-specific use that can range from rubber, to textiles, glass, metals, and chemicals. They advise companies in damage assessments, quality assurance of materials, and recycling of materials.

THEORETICAL KNOWLEDGE

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required
advanced materials
manufacturing processes
OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit
electricity
quality standards

PRACTICAL SKILLS

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences
develop advanced materials
OPTIONALOptional competences
advise on waste management procedures

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Skills overview

47total
27 essential
20 optional

Breakdown

Knowledge
4
Skills
2

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Quick insight

This role requires 27 essential competences across both theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

DATA SOURCED FROM ESCO (EUROPEAN COMMISSION) & O*NET (U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR)

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