Texas
How to Become a Materials Engineer Tech
Learn what materials engineer tech professionals do, how to enter the field, and how the career can grow—plus current Texas earning potential.
Texas Median Salary
$73,860
2026 EDITION
Time to Entry
3-6 months of dedicated study
Total Investment
$5,000 - $7,000
Employment #s
7110
Our Features
Every figure in this guide is dated and traced to the agency or survey it came from. Wage data: BLS OEWS May 2025 (released 15 May 2026).
Who It's For:
For people exploring materials engineer tech and ready-to-start candidates who want a clear, source-backed view of the work, the entry requirements, the time and cost involved, and the paths available after qualification.
What's in the Guide:
What the work involves, where the role fits, and what employers expect | A step-by-step entry roadmap covering education, regulation, credentials, exams, time, and cost | Career-specific skills and realities: ASTM's Pervasive Influence on Materials Engineering Technology; Direct Application: ASTM Standards for Materials Engineer Tech in Texas | Current Texas and U.S. pay ranges and the factors that shape earning potential | A source-backed 90-day action plan
Earning Potential
Texas
$38,720 – $113,050
United States
$38,720 – $113,050
BLS OEWS May 2025 (released 15 May 2026)
Regulatory Authority
American Welding Society
Is a license required?
Varies
Credential
THE LICENSE: ACADEMIC & CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS - TEXAS STRATEGY
Continuing Education
15 hours of continuing education per year, totaling 30 hours b
Examination
Standard Test Method for Radiographic Examination of Metallic Castings
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American Welding Society sets the standard that employers hire against.
Common Questions
Credential
