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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 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. (O'Net 17-2131.00)
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| Reported job titles:
Automation Engineer,
Automotive Sheet Metal Engineer,
Ceramic Design Engineer,
Ceramic Engineer,
Ceramic Research Engineer,
Ceramics Test Engineer
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| May 2009 |
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annual rates |
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| Vermont |
$36.21 |
$36.20 |
$29.21 -
$41.54
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$ 75,310 |
$ 75,290 |
$ 60,760 -
$ 86,410
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$34.06 |
$35.12 |
$28.46 -
$40.11
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$ 70,840 |
$ 73,050 |
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$ 83,430
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source: Occupational Employment Statistics, Vermont Labor Market Information, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, released June 2010. |
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Analyze product failure data and laboratory test results to determine causes of problems and develop solutions. |
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Monitor material performance and evaluate material deterioration. |
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Supervise the work of technologists, technicians, and other engineers and scientists. |
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Design and direct the testing or control of processing procedures. |
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Evaluate technical specifications and economic factors relating to process or product design objectives. |
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Conduct or supervise tests on raw materials or finished products to ensure their quality. |
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Perform managerial functions, such as preparing proposals and budgets, analyzing labor costs, and writing reports. |
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Solve problems in a number of engineering fields, such as mechanical, chemical, electrical, civil, nuclear, and aerospace. |
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Plan and evaluate new projects, consulting with other engineers and corporate executives as necessary. |
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Review new product plans and make recommendations for material selection based on design objectives, such as strength, weight, heat resistance, electrical conductivity, and cost. |
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| source: Occupational Information Network: Materials Engineers updated June 2006 |
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Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services. |
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Chemistry - Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal m |
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English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. |
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Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications. |
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Physics - Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes. |
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| source: Occupational Information Network: Materials Engineers updated June 2006 |
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Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. |
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Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. |
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Science - Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems. |
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Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. |
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Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. |
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Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. |
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Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. |
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Troubleshooting - Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it. |
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Equipment Selection - Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job. |
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Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others. |
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| source: Occupational Information Network: Materials Engineers updated June 2006 |
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Oral Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. |
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Problem Sensitivity - The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem. |
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Deductive Reasoning - The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. |
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Inductive Reasoning - The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events). |
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Written Comprehension - The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. |
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Oral Comprehension - The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. |
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Written Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand. |
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Information Ordering - The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations). |
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Near Vision - The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). |
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Category Flexibility - The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways. |
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| source: Occupational Information Network: Materials Engineers updated June 2006 |
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Interacting With Computers - Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information. |
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Analyzing Data or Information - Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts. |
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Getting Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. |
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Making Decisions and Solving Problems - Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. |
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Processing Information - Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. |
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Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings - Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. |
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Thinking Creatively - Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. |
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. |
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Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge - Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. |
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Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards - Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards. |
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| source: Occupational Information Network: Materials Engineers updated June 2006 |
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Investigative - Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally. |
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Realistic - Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outsi |
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Enterprising - Enterprising occupations frequently involve starting up and carrying out projects. These occupations can involve leading people and making many decisions. Sometimes they require risk taking and often deal with business. |
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| source: Occupational Information Network: Materials Engineers updated June 2008 |
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Analytical Thinking - Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems. |
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Attention to Detail - Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. |
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Dependability - Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. |
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Integrity - Job requires being honest and ethical. |
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Achievement/Effort - Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks. |
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Cooperation - Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. |
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Initiative - Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges. |
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Persistence - Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles. |
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Innovation - Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems. |
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Stress Tolerance - Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations. |
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| source: Occupational Information Network: Materials Engineers updated June 2006 |
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| source: Vermont Department of Labor, Licensed & Certified Occupations in Vermont, 2009. |
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Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed |
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Education: Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not. |
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Training: Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training. |
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Experience: A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified. |
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| source: Occupational Information Network: Materials Engineers updated June 2006 |
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| source: National Center for Education Statistics 2000 Classification of Instructional Programs
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| The Occupational Outlook Handbook is a nationally recognized source of career information, designed to provide valuable assistance to individuals making decisions about their future work lives. Revised every two years, the Handbook describes what workers do on the job, working conditions, the training and education needed, earnings, and expected job prospects in a wide range of occupations. |
| Handbook occupations related to Materials Engineers : |
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