Materials EngineersMaterials Scientists

1 point lower. That difference is within the 5-point model resolution, so this path is not presented as meaningfully lower exposure.

80% modeled skills overlap. The exposure label uses the current occupation scores; skill names below come from the current role-skill mappings.

Shared skills

  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Science
  • Critical Thinking
  • Speaking
  • Writing

Target skills to investigate

  • Active Learning

Durable strengths to lead with

  • Plan laboratory experiments to confirm feasibility of processes and techniques used in the production of materials with special characteristics.
  • Prepare reports, manuscripts, proposals, and technical manuals for use by other scientists and requestors, such as sponsors and customers.
  • Research methods of processing, forming, and firing materials to develop such products as ceramic dental fillings, unbreakable dinner plates, and telescope lenses.
  • Teach in colleges and universities.

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