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Summary Description


	Apply knowledge of engineering, biology, and biomechanical principles to the design, development, and evaluation of biological and health systems and products, such as artificial organs, prostheses, instrumentation, medical information systems, and health management and care delivery systems.

Sample Job Titles

1.	Assistant Professor

2.	Associate Professor

3.	Bio-Mechanical Engineer

4.	Biochemical Engineer

5.	Biomaterials Engineer

6.	Biomechanical Engineer

7.	Biomedical Analytical Scientist

8.	Biomedical Electronics Technician

9.	Biomedical Engineer

10.	Biomedical Engineering Director

11.	Biomedical Engineering Supervisor

12.	Biomedical Engineering Technician

13.	Biomedical Engineering Technologist

14.	Biomedical Equipment Technician (BMET)

15.	Biomedical Field Service Engineer

16.	Biomedical Imaging Center Director

17.	Biomedical Manager

18.	Biomedical Scientist

19.	Biomedical Service Engineer

20.	Biomedical Technician

21.	Bioprocess Engineer

22.	Certified Orthotist

23.	Certified Prosthetist

24.	Clinical Engineer

25.	Clinical Engineering Director

26.	Dialysis Engineer

27.	Field Clinical Engineer

28.	Genetic Engineer

29.	Imaging Engineer

30.	Medical Engineer

31.	Nanotechnologist

32.	Orthopedic Designer

33.	Principal Engineer

34.	Product Development Engineer

35.	Professor

36.	Project Engineer

37.	Research Engineer

38.	Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE)

Job Tasks

	Conduct research, along with life scientists, chemists, and medical scientists, on the engineering aspects of the biological systems of humans and animals. Research engineering aspects of biological or chemical processes.

	Design and develop medical diagnostic and clinical instrumentation, equipment, and procedures, using the principles of engineering and biobehavioral sciences. Design electronic or computer equipment or instrumentation.

	Teach biomedical engineering or disseminate knowledge about the field through writing or consulting.

	Research new materials to be used for products, such as implanted artificial organs. Research engineering aspects of biological or chemical processes.

	Develop models or computer simulations of human biobehavioral systems to obtain data for measuring or controlling life processes. Create models of engineering designs or methods.

	Adapt or design computer hardware or software for medical science uses. Develop software or computer applications.

	Diagnose and interpret bioelectric data, using signal processing techniques. Interpret design or operational test results.

	Design and deliver technology to assist people with disabilities. Research engineering aspects of biological or chemical processes.

	Evaluate the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of biomedical equipment. Evaluate characteristics of equipment or systems.

	Manage teams of engineers by creating schedules, tracking inventory, creating and using budgets, and overseeing contract obligations and deadlines. Supervise engineering or other technical personnel.

	Advise and assist in the application of instrumentation in clinical environments. Advise customers on the use of products or services.

	Write documents describing protocols, policies, standards for use, maintenance, and repair of medical equipment. Prepare procedural documents.

	Install, adjust, maintain, repair, or provide technical support for biomedical equipment. Calibrate scientific or technical equipment. Install instrumentation or electronic equipment or systems.

	Analyze new medical procedures to forecast likely outcomes. Analyze operational data to evaluate operations, processes or products.

	Keep documentation of service histories on all biomedical equipment. Maintain operational records or records systems.

	Advise hospital administrators on the planning, acquisition, and use of medical equipment. Advise customers on the use of products or services.

	Conduct training or in-services to educate clinicians and other personnel on proper use of equipment. Train personnel on proper operational procedures.

	Conduct preventative maintenance on equipment.

	Develop new applications for energy sources, such as using nuclear power for biomedical implants. Design alternative energy systems.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.

Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.

Staffing Organizational Units — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.

Nature of the Work


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Biomedical Engineers
	Biomedical engineers combine engineering principles with medical and biological sciences to design and create equipment, devices, computer systems, and software used in healthcare.

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Working Conditions


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Biomedical Engineers
	Biomedical engineers work in manufacturing, universities, hospitals, research facilities of companies and educational and medical institutions, and government regulatory agencies. They usually work full time.

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