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Biomedical Engineers

Biomedical engineers design new tools and devices to improve healthcare. They develop new ways to treat illness and disease.

Biomedical engineers use their knowledge of both technical design and biology to create medical equipment. This equipment can be as simple as a thermometer to something as complex as an artificial organ.

Biomedical Engineers are in the Health Science career cluster and the Biotechnology Research and Development pathway.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Well above the statewide median

$50.46 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Percent Growth   65.9%

Well above statewide average    Read more about outlook

Education & Training:

 Bachelor's degree is common.

On the Job:

 Work Activities
  • Evaluate the safety and effectiveness of biomedical equipment.
  • Install, maintain, and repair biomedical equipment.
  • Use computers to simulate how organs and systems work.
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Job Title Examples:

 Biomedical Engineering Director,  Biomedical Engineering Supervisor,  Biomedical Engineering Technician 
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Source: Minnesota Department of Education, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and CareerOneStop.