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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for polymer engineering manager in the United States is $146,868.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $116,500.00 and $173,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Polymer Engineering Manager vs Polymer Engineer?

AspectPolymer Engineering ManagerPolymer Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field; often with management experienceBachelor's or Master's in Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field
Work EnvironmentLeads teams in R&D, manufacturing, or quality control within polymer industriesPerforms hands-on research, testing, and development in labs or production settings
Industry UsageUsed in managerial roles overseeing projects and teams in polymer companiesCommonly employed in technical roles focused on polymer formulation and testing

The Polymer Engineering Manager focuses on overseeing teams, managing projects, and strategic planning within polymer industries. In contrast, the Polymer Engineer is more involved in technical research, development, and hands-on testing. Both roles require strong knowledge of polymers, but the manager role emphasizes leadership and coordination, while the engineer role emphasizes technical expertise.

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Infographic showing various Polymer Engineering Manager job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $146,868 per year, or $70.6 per hour.

Polymer Engineer

New Berlin, WI • On-site

Element Materials Technology
Manufacturing • 10K+ employees
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$60K - $85K/yr

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Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

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Job description

Overview
Element has an immediate opening for a Polymer Scientist/ Engineer with experience in material characterization and Failure Analysis. This position is for Element's New Berlin location in order to continue our growth and continue to deliver unparalleled polymer engineering services to our clients - from standard materials testing to complex materials analysis and failure investigations.
Salary: $60,000- $85,000/yr DOE
Responsibilities
  • Managing and executing projects designed to assist client companies in all facets of polymer and rubber materials usage in all fields of application
  • Directing and/or performing testing as required to support the investigation of polymer related projects
  • Assisting in client support and business development as well as marketing activities
  • Primary markets include automotive, transportation, power generation, medical devices, aerospace, defense, oil & gas and consumer products
  • Project work could also involve serving as an expert witness in projects related to the insurance industry and/or litigation matters

Skills / Qualifications
  • Bachelor's or Master's in a Polymer related field such as Materials Science, Chemistry with focus on polymers or polymer engineering
  • 1-5 Years experience, but recent post-grad graduates with relevant experience considered
  • Experience in polymeric materials analysis is required, and failure analysis is preferred as is a working understanding of analytical tests such as FTIR, DSC, TGA, GC/MS, TMA, DMA, etc.
  • Ability to operate and function within a team, drawing on other expertise where required
  • Flexibility and adaptability to different workloads and roles within the company

Diversity Statement
At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming "the world's most trusted testing partner".
All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

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