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Job 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.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: A minimum of two to four years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.

	Education: Most of these occupations require a four - year bachelor's degree, but some do not.

	Training: Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.

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Significant Points


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	Engineers

Overall job opportunities in engineering are expected to be good, but will vary by specialty. A bachelor's degree is required for most entry-level jobs. Starting salaries are significantly higher than those of college graduates in other fields. Continuing education is critical for engineers wishing to enhance their value to employers as technology evolves.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Biomedical engineers
Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing	3,440
Scientific Research and Development Services	2,680
Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing	2,410
Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing	1,260
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals	1,200
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools	920
Professional and Commercial Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers	570
Federal Executive Branch (OES Designation)	430
Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services	390
Management of Companies and Enterprises	260

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.