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How much do materials process engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for materials process engineer in California is $90,813.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,500.00 and $101,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a materials process engineer?

To thrive as a Materials Process Engineer, you need a solid background in materials science or engineering, problem-solving abilities, and practical experience with manufacturing processes, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Familiarity with CAD software, process simulation tools, statistical analysis programs, and certifications such as Six Sigma are highly valuable. Strong communication, project management, and teamwork skills help Materials Process Engineers excel in collaborative, fast-paced environments. These competencies are critical to optimizing production quality, driving process improvements, and ensuring safety and efficiency in manufacturing operations.

What is a materials process engineer?

A Materials Process Engineer develops, optimizes, and improves manufacturing processes involving materials such as metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites. They work to enhance material properties, ensure product quality, and increase production efficiency. Their responsibilities often include process design, troubleshooting, testing, and collaborating with other engineering teams to meet performance and cost requirements.

Are materials process engineers in high demand?

Materials process engineers are in high demand due to their role in developing and optimizing manufacturing processes, especially in industries like aerospace, automotive, and electronics. The field requires strong technical skills, knowledge of materials science, and proficiency with process simulation tools, making it a valuable and sought-after profession in manufacturing and R&D sectors.

What does a materials process engineer do?

As a Materials Process Engineer, you can expect to work on projects that involve developing, optimizing, and troubleshooting production processes for a variety of materials, such as metals, polymers, ceramics, or composites. Your daily tasks may include analyzing process data, conducting experiments, collaborating with production and quality teams, and implementing improvements to enhance product quality and efficiency. You might also be responsible for overseeing new material trials, documenting process changes, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations. The role offers a dynamic mix of hands-on problem solving and teamwork, making each day unique and engaging.

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Infographic showing various Materials Process Engineer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,813 per year, or $43.7 per hour.

Senior Materials & Process Engineer (Metallurgy)

Divergent

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$141K - $194K/yr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production.

Purpose

As a Senior Materials & Process engineer, you will help accelerate the adoption and qualification of new manufacturing processes through first principles materials engineering and robust qualification testing.

The Role
  • Act as a subject matter expert (SME) in L-PBF alloy metallurgical evaluation and microstructure characterization, supporting high-priority improvements to printed material capability and consistency
  • Define and execute material qualification test plans and generate corresponding material allowables for design
  • Perform process development and qualification for onboarding of new materials and manufacturing processes
  • Write and maintain engineering specifications for materials, processes, and testing
  • Support material related quality monitoring tools and lead / execute root cause investigations
  • Collaborate, as M&P focal, in integrated product teams (IPTs) on development and delivery of new products
  • Engage in component design process to provide solutions to customer material requirements including delivering component specific testing
Basic Qualifications
  • Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
  • Bachelor's degree in materials science or engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience executing material qualifications and writing technical specifications
  • 5+ years of experience working with hardware in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience with, and ability to interpret, aerospace and defense requirements - including industry standards such as AMS, ASTM, and MIL specifications
  • Expertise in one of the following; additive manufacturing, metallurgy, heat treatment or forgings/castings.
  • Ability to carry up to 25 lbs
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree or doctorate in materials science or engineering, or related field.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of materials mechanical behavior, such as fatigue and fracture – including experience with MMPDS fundamentals
  • Experience with NADCAP or other auditing methodology
  • Familiarity with laboratory material tests such as metallographic evaluation, powder characterization, thermoanalytical testing, tensile testing, etc.
  • Proficient with 3D Modeling in Teamcenter / NX
Work Environment
  • Mix of office, laboratory, and industrial environment. May work with powders, chemicals, and machining equipment.
Pay Range
$141,380—$194,390 USD

What We Offer:

  • Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.
  • Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
  • Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
  • Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.
  • Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint.


Equal Employment Opportunity
Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
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In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected.

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