How do they match: Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers

  • Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers

  • Biomedical Engineering Technologist
  • Orthopedic Designer

  • 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.

  • Design and deliver technology, such as prosthetic devices, to assist people with disabilities.
  • Design or conduct follow-up experimentation, based on generated data, to meet established process objectives.
  • Design or develop medical diagnostic or clinical instrumentation, equipment, or procedures, using the principles of engineering and biobehavioral sciences.
  • Design or direct bench or pilot production experiments to determine the scale of production methods that optimize product yield and minimize production costs.
  • Adapt or design computer hardware or software for medical science uses.
  • Communicate with suppliers regarding the design or specifications of bioproduction equipment, instrumentation, or materials.
  • Conduct training or in-services to educate clinicians and other personnel on proper use of equipment.
  • Confer with research and biomanufacturing personnel to ensure the compatibility of design and production.
  • Consult with chemists or biologists to develop or evaluate novel technologies.
  • Read current scientific or trade literature to stay abreast of scientific, industrial, or technological advances.

  • Design medical devices or appliances.
  • Confer with technical personnel to prepare designs or operational plans.
  • Create models of engineering designs or methods.
  • Recommend technical design or process changes to improve efficiency, quality, or performance.