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Overview for Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers

SOC Code: 17-2031
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  • Career Cluster

    Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

    Health Science

  • Career Pathway

    • Biotechnology Research and Development
    • Engineering and Technology

Occupation Description

Apply knowledge of engineering, biology, chemistry, computer science, and biomechanical principles to the design, development, and evaluation of biological, agricultural, and health systems and products, such as artificial organs, prostheses, instrumentation, medical information systems, and heath management and care delivery systems.

Annual Wages

Created with Highcharts 11.4.0$105,030 - Annual Median Wage$100K$125K$150K
  • 10th Percentile $77300
  • 25th Percentile $86100
  • Median $105030
  • 75th Percentile $136250
  • 90th Percentile $150150

Best Job Matches With Shared Skills

Occupation Average Wage Typical Entry Level Education Current Openings
Occupation
Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers
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100%
Average Wage
$111,910/year
$53.80/hour
Typical Entry Level Education
Bachelor's degree
Current Openings
14
Occupation
Mechanical Engineers
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75%
Average Wage
$92,860/year
$44.64/hour
Typical Entry Level Education
Bachelor's degree
Current Openings
461
Occupation
Chemical Engineers
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74%
Average Wage
$107,780/year
$51.82/hour
Typical Entry Level Education
Bachelor's degree
Current Openings
41
Occupation
Engineers, All Other
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74%
Average Wage
$100,040/year
$48.10/hour
Typical Entry Level Education
Bachelor's degree
Current Openings
132
Occupation
Materials Engineers
Bargraph indicating percent
74%
Average Wage
$98,480/year
$47.35/hour
Typical Entry Level Education
Bachelor's degree
Current Openings
18

Current Openings by County

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Number of Jobs

Created with Highcharts 11.4.0Number of JobsBase-Year 2022Projected-Year 20320100200300400500600Highcharts.com
Average Annual
  • Job Growth 1.1%
  • Job Openings 35

5 Most Recent Job Openings

Biomedical Engineer - Operations
Sr Biomedical Engineer -Systems
Biomedical Systems Engineers
Biomedical Engineers
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Common Job Titles

  • Biomedical Engineer
  • Biomedical Engineering Director
  • Biomedical Engineering Technician
  • Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET)
  • Biomedical Field Service Engineer

Typical Tasks

  • Conduct research, along with life scientists, chemists, and medical scientists, on the engineering aspects of the biological systems of humans and animals.
  • Adapt or design computer hardware or software for medical science uses.
  • Evaluate the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of biomedical equipment.
  • Develop models or computer simulations of human biobehavioral systems to obtain data for measuring or controlling life processes.
  • Research new materials to be used for products, such as implanted artificial organs.
  • Write documents describing protocols, policies, standards for use, maintenance, and repair of medical equipment.
  • Conduct training or in-services to educate clinicians and other personnel on proper use of equipment.
  • Analyze new medical procedures to forecast likely outcomes.
  • Advise hospital administrators on the planning, acquisition, and use of medical equipment.