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 health management and care delivery systems.
Interests
- Investigative
- Realistic
Work Values
- Independence
- Achievement
- Working Conditions
Work Styles
- Analytical Thinking
- Integrity
- Attention to Detail
- Persistence
- Achievement/Effort
Tasks
- Evaluate the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of biomedical equipment.
- Prepare technical reports, data summary documents, or research articles for scientific publication, regulatory submissions, or patent applications.
- Design or develop medical diagnostic or clinical instrumentation, equipment, or procedures, using the principles of engineering and biobehavioral sciences.
- 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.
Work Activities
- Working with Computers
- Analyzing Data or Information
- Making Decisions and Solving Problems
- Getting Information
- Processing Information
Detailed Work Activities
- Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
- Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
- Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
- Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
- Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
- Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
- Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
- Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
- Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
- Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Technology Skills
- Analytical or scientific software
- Enterprise application integration software
- Computer aided design CAD software
- Development environment software
- Medical software
Abilities
- Inductive Reasoning
- Deductive Reasoning
- Oral Comprehension
- Oral Expression
- Problem Sensitivity
Skills
- Active Listening
- Reading Comprehension
- Speaking
- Writing
- Complex Problem Solving
Knowledge
- Engineering and Technology
- Computers and Electronics
- Mathematics
- Design
- Physics
Most Common Education Level
The “Most Common Education Level” refers to the level of education held by the majority of workers in a given occupation. For example, if the highest percentage of workers in a role have an Associate’s Degree, that suggests this is the typical educational requirement. Knowing this helps you plan how many years of education you may need to pursue that career.
Certificates
Certificate name
Certified Medical Device AuditorCertifying Organization
American Society for Quality
Type
Advanced
Certificate name
Certified IRB ProfessionalCertifying Organization
Public Responsibility in Medicine and Research
Type
Advanced
Certificate name
Certified Reliability EngineerCertifying Organization
American Society for Quality
Type
Advanced
Certificate name
Certification in Clinical EngineeringCertifying Organization
American College of Clinical Engineering
Type
Advanced
Certificate name
Pre-Engineering CertificationCertifying Organization
Robotics Education and Competition Foundation
Type
Skill
Income Percentile
The income percentiles show how earnings are distributed within a profession. The 10th percentile means that 10% of workers earned less than that amount. The median (50th percentile) indicates that half of workers earned more, and half earned less. The 90th percentile reflects what the top 10% of earners in the field make.
| Income Percentile | Annual Income |
|---|---|
| Low (10%) | $71,126 |
| Median (50%) | $96,033 |
| High (90%) | $128,054 |
Income by Experience
This table shows how income typically grows with experience—from entry level (0–2 years), to mid-level (3–5 years), to senior level (6–8 years), to expert level (8+ years).
| Experience | Income |
|---|---|
Entry Level  | $85,841 |
| Mid Level | $102,804 |
| Senior Level | $112,420 |
| Expert Level | $149,445 |
Employability
There are currently 19,700 jobs in this career path. Over the next 10 years, that number is expected to increase to 21,200 positions, reflecting a projected growth of 7%.
The Projected Job Growth figure refers to the expected increase or decrease in employment within a specific career field over a certain period of time.
Projected Job Growth of 7%
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