Plastics Engineer

A Plastics Engineer develops and optimises plastic materials and products for various applications. You might work in industries such as manufacturing, automotive, or consumer goods. Plastics Engineers focus on designing and testing plastic components, improving material properties, and ensuring quality and efficiency in production processes. You’ll apply your knowledge to solve problems related to plastic fabrication and performance.

Plastics Engineers play a key role in advancing material technology and production techniques. You’ll need to be innovative, analytical, and detail-oriented. Collaboration with other engineers, designers, and production teams is essential to ensure that plastic products meet industry standards and performance requirements.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $99,840
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a plastics engineer?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Materials Engineering)

On Campus
4 years
$0 - $175,600
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Chemical Engineering)

Blended, On Campus
4 years
$0 - $175,600
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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