Materials Engineer Jobs in Minnesota

Materials Engineer jobs in Minnesota draw consistent demand from a manufacturing-heavy economy anchored in medical devices, aerospace components, and industrial equipment. The Twin Cities metro and suburban Anoka and Washington counties host the largest concentration of openings, with 3M, Medtronic, and Honeywell among the most established employers for the role in the state. The most in-demand specialties are polymer science and coatings, biocompatible materials for medical applications, and metals and composites for precision manufacturing. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles8
Top employerAndersen Corporation
Top cityBayport, MN
Cities hiring5
Work type100% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Andersen Corporation
Materials Engineer II - Sealants and Insulating Glass Technologies
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Materials Engineer II - Sealants and Insulating Glass Technologies
Andersen Corporation
Bayport, Minnesota
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
$90k - $140k/yr
Bachelor of Science
5,001-10,000

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Target
Senior Engineer, Responsible Materials – Animal Welfare
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Senior Engineer, Responsible Materials – Animal Welfare
Target
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
$95k - $171k/yr
Bachelor's degree in animal science
10,000+

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Andersen Corporation
RDI Materials Associate Engineer
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RDI Materials Associate Engineer
Andersen Corporation
Bayport, Minnesota
Customer Service & Support
Customer Support
Technical Program Management
$78k - $83k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
5,001-10,000

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Senior Materials Engineer
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Senior Materials Engineer
Compliance Group
Mounds View, Minnesota
Customer Service & Support
Customer Support
Technical Program Management
$45.17 - $50.32/hr
On-Site
Master's degree in materials science and engineering

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The Kinetic Group
Materials Engineer
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The Kinetic Group
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Materials Engineer
The Kinetic Group
Anoka, Minnesota
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$95k - $133k/yr
Master's degree
1,001-5,000

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Materials Engineer Jobs by City in Minnesota

Where Minnesota roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Bayport
3 jobs
Minneapolis
2 jobs
Anoka
1 job
Wyoming
1 job
Mounds View
1 job

Materials Engineer Job Market in Minnesota

A snapshot from current Minnesota openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Andersen Corporation
Andersen Corporation3 open roles
Target
Target1 open role
C
Compliance1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Accounting & Auditing

What Minnesota Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in materials engineer jobs across Minnesota.

  • Bachelor's degree in materials science, materials engineering, or a closely related engineering field
  • Hands-on experience with materials characterization techniques such as SEM, XRD, or tensile testing
  • Familiarity with FDA quality systems or ISO 13485 standards for medical device manufacturing environments
  • Proficiency with CAD software and materials simulation or finite element analysis tools
  • Experience with failure analysis, root cause investigation, and corrective action documentation
  • Strong written communication skills for preparing technical reports and cross-functional design reviews

Materials Engineer Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a materials engineer in Minnesota?

A bachelor's degree in materials science, materials engineering, or a closely related discipline is the standard entry requirement for materials engineer roles in Minnesota. The state does not require a specific occupational license for materials engineers, though engineers who offer services directly to the public may pursue a Professional Engineer license through the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience, and Interior Design. Most employers in medical devices and aerospace value hands-on lab experience alongside the degree.

How much do materials engineers make in Minnesota?

Materials engineers in Minnesota earn a median of about $106,220 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $84,760 for the lowest 10% to over $175,320 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire materials engineers in Minnesota?

Minnesota materials engineer roles are posted by Andersen Corporation, Target, and Compliance and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Minnesota's concentration of Fortune 500 manufacturers and medical device companies means openings appear regularly across both large corporate R&D labs and specialized contract manufacturers in the metro region.

Which Minnesota cities have the most materials engineer jobs?

Bayport, Minneapolis, and Anoka account for the largest share of materials engineer openings in Minnesota. The Twin Cities metro drives the majority of postings because of its dense concentration of headquarters and manufacturing campuses for companies in medical devices, aerospace, and industrial products, while additional clusters in suburban communities reflect the presence of large anchor employers with significant engineering workforces just outside the core city.

Are there remote materials engineer jobs in Minnesota?

Yes, but they're rare. Materials engineering is fundamentally a hands-on discipline that requires lab access, equipment operation, and on-site collaboration with production teams, which limits full remote arrangements. About 0% of materials engineer openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to concentrate in analytical, specification-writing, or supplier qualification roles rather than positions requiring direct materials testing.

How can I get hired as a materials engineer in Minnesota with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path for candidates without experience is a co-op or internship with a Minnesota medical device or manufacturing company during or immediately after a materials science or engineering program. Medtronic and 3M both run structured new-graduate programs and have historically recruited from Minnesota universities including the University of Minnesota and Minnesota State Mankato. Entry-level titles such as materials technician, quality engineer, or process engineer associate are common lateral starting points that move into dedicated materials roles within one to three years. Building a portfolio of coursework projects in characterization techniques or obtaining an Engineer-in-Training certification strengthens early applications.

Where can I find and apply to materials engineer jobs in Minnesota?

You can find and apply to materials engineer jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your background, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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