SOC: 17-2131
Materials Engineers participate in the development, processing and testing of materials used in alternative fuel vehicles and other clean technologies. They also integrate the use of plant-based and recyclable materials, further reducing the environmental impact of various production processes.
Los Angeles County Materials Engineers:
|
Annual Average Employment 2010 |
Projected Employment 2020 |
Average Hourly Wage, 1q12 |
Average Annual Wage, 1q12 |
Entry Level Education |
Work Experience |
On the Job Training |
|
1,190 |
1,460 |
$47.83 |
$99,487 |
Bachelor’s |
None |
None |
To more fully explore the green occupation listed above, see the Employment Development’s California’s Occupational Guide or Understanding the Green Economy.
Please note that this is occupational data across all industries and not necessarily specific to any one area of clean technology.