Materials Engineers

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1. 01Determine appropriate methods for fabricating and joining materials.
2. 02Analyze product failure data and laboratory test results to determine causes of problems and develop solutions.
3. 03Plan and implement laboratory operations to develop material and fabrication procedures that meet cost, product specification, and performance standards.
4. 04Conduct or supervise tests on raw materials or finished products to ensure their quality.
5. 05Review new product plans, and make recommendations for material selection, based on design objectives such as strength, weight, heat resistance, electrical conductivity, and cost.
6. 06Evaluate technical specifications and economic factors relating to process or product design objectives.
7. 07Solve problems in a number of engineering fields, such as mechanical, chemical, electrical, civil, nuclear, and aerospace.
8. 08Guide technical staff in developing materials for specific uses in projected products or devices.
9. 09Design and direct the testing or control of processing procedures.
10. 10Plan and evaluate new projects, consulting with other engineers and corporate executives, as necessary.
11. 11Supervise the work of technologists, technicians, and other engineers and scientists.
12. 12Supervise production and testing processes in industrial settings, such as metal refining facilities, smelting or foundry operations, or nonmetallic materials production operations.

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