materials engineer

Code 2149.11

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.

Essential skills

Knowledge

  • Materiales metálicos para la aeronave
  • ciencia de materiales
  • integrated design
  • advanced materials
  • composite materials
  • sustainable building materials
  • thermoplastic materials
  • material mechanics
  • manufacturing processes
  • engineering principles
  • engineering processes
  • chemistry
  • analytical chemistry

Skills and competences

  • Curado de elementos aeroespaciales de material compuesto
  • test chemical samples
  • apply health and safety standards
  • approve engineering design
  • create solutions to problems
  • develop advanced materials
  • develop material testing procedures
  • integrate new products in manufacturing
  • perform scientific research
  • adjust engineering designs
  • forecast organisational risks
  • test materials
  • perform chemical experiments
  • work with chemicals

Transversal competences

  • Fabricación de elementos aeroespaciales con materiales compuestos
  • analyse production processes for improvement
  • assess environmental impact

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