Bioengineers & Biomedical Engineers
Code: 17-2031.00
Bright Outlook
Zone 4
Median Annual Salary
£109,370
Range: £71,850 - £168,180
Preparation & Education
Job Zone Four: High Preparation Needed
Job Zone 4
Industry Outlook
Bright
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
Role Overview & What They Do
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.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Biomedical Engineer
Biomedical Technician (Biomedical Tech)
Engineer
Process Engineer
Research Engineer
Daily Duties & On-The-Job 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.
Technology, Tools & Software Stack
Analytical or scientific software
SAS
The MathWorks MATLAB
Enterprise application integration software
Extensible markup language XML
Microsoft Teams
Computer aided design CAD software
Autodesk AutoCAD
Dassault Systemes SolidWorks
Core Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Basic Skills
listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
reading work related information
Problem Solving
noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
People and Technology Systems
thinking about the pros and cons of different options and picking the best one
figuring out how a system should work and how changes in the future will affect it
Engineering and Technology
product and service development
computers and electronics
Math and Science
arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics
physics
Arts and Humanities
English language
Health
medicine and dentistry
Verbal
communicate by speaking
communicate by writing
Ideas and Logic
make general rules or come up with answers from lots of detailed information
notice when problems happen
Math
choose the right type of math to solve a problem
add, subtract, multiply, or divide
Visual Understanding
see hidden patterns
Personality & Work Styles
Top Interest: Investigative
People interested in this work like activities that include ideas, thinking, and figuring things out.
Key Work Styles:
Innovation
Adaptability
Achievement Orientation
Intellectual Curiosity
Cautiousness
Integrity
Frequently Asked Questions About Bioengineers & Biomedical Engineers
In the UK, the median annual salary for a Bioengineers & Biomedical Engineers is £109,370. Starting salaries (10th percentile) typically begin around £71,850, while highly experienced professionals (90th percentile) can earn upwards of £168,180 depending on location and experience.
Entry as a Bioengineers & Biomedical Engineers typically aligns with Job Zone 4 (Job Zone Four: High Preparation Needed). Most of these careers need a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
Essential skills and tooling for a Bioengineers & Biomedical Engineers include: SAS, The MathWorks MATLAB, Extensible markup language XML, Microsoft Teams, Autodesk AutoCAD, Dassault Systemes SolidWorks. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
New job opportunities are very likely in the future. (Industry demand rating: Bright).
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Salary Distribution
10th Percentile (Entry):
£71,850
Median Annual (Average):
£109,370
90th Percentile (Senior):
£168,180
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