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Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers

Median Salary
100,730
Job Outlook
+7%
In-Demand

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

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 health management and care delivery systems.

What is the job outlook?

Employment of bioengineers and biomedical engineers is projected to grow 7 percent from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations. About 1,400 openings for bioengineers and biomedical engineers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$70,700

10%

$100,730

Median

$124,760

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree

    43%

  • Master's degree

    26%

  • Doctoral degree

    13%

  • Post-doctoral training

    13%

  • Associate's degree

    4%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
  • Biological/Biosystems Engineering
  • Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    High

  • Math and Science Skills

    High

  • Technology Design and Control

    High

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    High

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    High

  • Leadership

    Mid

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Engineering and Technology
  • Computers and Electronics
  • Mathematics
  • Biology
  • Design

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Level Of Competition

    High

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Time Pressure

    Low

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

  • Decision Making

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Investigative

You love figuring out how things work and researching subjects that interest you.

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.