Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers
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.
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BLS projects U.S. employment for Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers to increase by 7.6% between 2024 and 2034, from 23,800 to 25,700 jobs. Its estimate of 1,200 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($109,370), education (Bachelor's degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
23,800
Projected employment (2034)
25,700
Projected change (2024–2034)
8%
Annual openings (projected average)
1,200
Pay & Preparation
$109,370
Bachelor's degree
None
None
Essential Skills
Speaking (4/5) • Active Listening (4/5) • Reading Comprehension (4/5) • Writing (4/5) • Mathematics (3.88/5) • Science (3.88/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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