Salary Range
$50,000 to $100,000+Overview
Biomedical engineers use their knowledge of science, mathematics, physics, and engineering (e.g., mechanical, chemical, electrical, industrial) to design and create medical equipment, devices, artificial organs, software, and medical information systems. There are approximately 19,700 biomedical engineers employed in the United States. Biomedical engineers may also be known as bioengineers.
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor's DegreeCertification/License
RequiredOutlook
Faster than the AveragePersonality Traits
Problem-Solving
Scientific
Technical
Career Ladder
Manager, or Professor, or Department Chair
Experienced Biomedical Engineer
Entry-Level Biomedical Engineer
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