How much does a Materials Engineer earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for Materials Engineer in Australia ranges from AUD 65,000 to AUD 110,000 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 169 job listings

How much does a Materials Engineer earn in Australia?

The average salary for a Materials Engineer in Australia is AUD 85,000 - AUD 97,750 per year.

Salary Guide

Materials Engineer Salary in Australia

Based on 169 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$65,000 - $110,000

Median salary

$85,000 - $97,750

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$55K

25th percentile$65K

Median$85K

75th percentile$110K

90th percentile$127K

50% of professionals earn between $65,000 - $110,000 AUD

The median salary is $85,000

Top cities

Brisbane25 job openings

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Materials Engineer

169 job openings

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The average salary for a Materials Engineer in Australia is AUD 65,000 - AUD 110,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 91,375 per year, based on 169 active job listings.

The cities with the most Materials Engineer job opportunities in Australia are Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney. Brisbane leads with 25 job openings.

Explore 169 Materials Engineer job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.