Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers
SOC Code: 17-2031 Job Zone 4: Considerable Preparation Needed
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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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flint, MI | $89,669 | $118,997 | $148,346 | $177,674 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $105,269 | $125,694 | $146,120 | $166,546 |
| Merced, CA | $102,170 | $123,136 | $144,082 | $165,048 |
| Salinas, CA | $102,710 | $123,469 | $144,206 | $164,965 |
| Fresno, CA | $101,795 | $122,720 | $143,624 | $164,549 |
| Tulsa, OK | $73,154 | $103,002 | $132,829 | $162,677 |
| Monroe, MI | $77,979 | $105,643 | $133,286 | $160,950 |
| Mid Michigan nonmetropolitan area | $87,194 | $111,509 | $135,845 | $160,160 |
| Northeast Oklahoma nonmetropolitan area | $69,867 | $99,819 | $129,750 | $159,702 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $104,042 | $122,470 | $140,899 | $159,328 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| Medtronic, Inc. | 71 | $109,466 |
| The Leland Stanford, Jr University | 69 | $96,819 |
| University of Michigan | 58 | $64,737 |
| Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc. | 51 | $141,784 |
| St. Jude Medical, Cardiology Division, Inc. | 43 | $119,552 |
| Becton, Dickinson and Company | 42 | $124,563 |
| Eli Lilly and Company | 39 | $126,803 |
| SIEMENS MEDICAL SOLUTIONS USA, INC. | 34 | $131,990 |
| Amgen Inc. | 34 | $115,230 |
| University of California, San Francisco | 33 | $89,351 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 174 | $95,953 |
| 2021 | 251 | $96,202 |
| 2022 | 233 | $101,636 |
| 2023 | 704 | $97,850 |
| 2024 | 1,244 | $106,669 |
| 2025 | 1,233 | $321,986 |
| 2026 | 218 | $105,244 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Writing | 4.0 | |
| Speaking | 4.0 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.0 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.9 | |
| Mathematics | 3.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.9 | |
| Science | 3.9 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.9 | |
| Monitoring | 3.8 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Engineering and Technology | 4.6 |
| Computers and Electronics | 4.5 |
| Mathematics | 4.4 |
| Design | 4.0 |
| Physics | 4.0 |
| Biology | 3.8 |
| English Language | 3.8 |
| Medicine and Dentistry | 3.7 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 43.5% |
| Doctoral degree | 26.1% |
| Post-first professional | 13.0% |
| Other | 13.0% |
| Associate's degree | 4.3% |
Typical Tasks
- Evaluate the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of biomedical equipment.
- Advise hospital administrators on the planning, acquisition, and use of medical equipment.
- Research new materials to be used for products, such as implanted artificial organs.
- Develop models or computer simulations of human biobehavioral systems to obtain data for measuring or controlling life processes.
- Conduct research, along with life scientists, chemists, and medical scientists, on the engineering aspects of the biological systems of humans and animals.
- Adapt or design computer hardware or software for medical science uses.
- Conduct training or in-services to educate clinicians and other personnel on proper use of equipment.
- Write documents describing protocols, policies, standards for use, maintenance, and repair of medical equipment.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Adobe Illustrator Adobe Photoshop Autodesk AutoCAD C C++ Dassault Systemes SolidWorks Extensible markup language XML Hypertext markup language HTML JavaScript Linux Microsoft Access Microsoft Azure software Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook
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