This engineer specialises in materials for the design of new products or components. They are involved in the research, design and characterisation of innovative components (ceramics, polymers, metals, alloys, composites, etc.). He identifies manufacturing processes, using 3D simulations and manufacturing tests in particular.

Qualities and skills

• Scientific curiosity
• Interpersonal skills
• Project management
• Ability to think abstractly and adapt
• Very detailed knowledge of physics and chemistry
• Design of theoretical models
• Use of computational and modelling software
• Development of operating procedures and manufacturing processes
• Knowledge and application of health and safety regulations

Educational qualifications and training

5 years of higher education Various university Master’s degrees in chemistry, science, materials engineering, and fundamental physics and its applications. Numerous engineering school qualifications also lead to this, as do degrees from university polytechnics. See also ENSIL-ENSCI at the University of Limoges, specialising in materials

Sectors and organisations

Engineers have a versatile career that allows them to adapt to a wide range of sectors (manufacturing, construction, agriculture, services, banking, healthcare, etc.). They are therefore likely to work in a wide variety of companies.

Source: LH PORT CENTER – Further information at www.lhportcenter.com