Healthcare

Biomedical Engineer Career Guide

Combine engineering principles with medical sciences to design equipment and systems used in healthcare.

55Average
Median: $92,000
Hours/week: 40
Education: Bachelor's
Growth: 10%

Overview

Combine engineering principles with medical sciences to design equipment and systems used in healthcare.

Median Salary
$92,000
Weekly Hours
40
Education
Bachelor's
Job Growth
10%

Key Metrics

Stress6/10
Work-Life Balance7/10
Job Security7/10
Remote Friendly4/10
Physical Demand2/10
Automation Risk3/10

Pros

  • +Meaningful work
  • +Good pay
  • +Innovation
  • +Growing field

Cons

  • -Advanced degrees help
  • -Regulatory burden
  • -Niche
  • -Interdisciplinary challenges

Savings Calculator

Percentage saved10%
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Yearly Savings
$9,200
Monthly Savings
$767

Top Employers Hiring for Healthcare

HCA Healthcare
Kaiser Permanente
Mayo Clinic
Cleveland Clinic
UnitedHealth Group

About This Career

Combine engineering principles with medical sciences to design equipment and systems used in healthcare.

Guide to Education

Required Education

Bachelor's

Typical Training

4 years of experience/training

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a PhD?

Not required, but helpful for research roles.

What do biomedical engineers make?

Median around $92k, with senior roles exceeding $130k.

Is biomedical engineering growing?

Yes, healthcare technology is expanding.

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