SOC 17-2031
Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ31/100
Moderate
US Employment
๐ฅ21,860
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$107K
$72K โ $165K
Projected Growth
๐+5.2%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค83/100
High exposure
๐ก Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers face a risk score of 31/100 โ 13 points below the national average of 44. With 83/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $107K ($61K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 31/100, Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like automated structural and systems analysis software are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 21,860 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in novel engineering design for unprecedented challenges and on-site problem-solving in variable physical conditions to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
Automated structural and systems analysis software
Generative AI producing marketing and creative copy
Simulation and digital twin automation
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Novel engineering design for unprecedented challenges
On-site problem-solving in variable physical conditions
Client communication and technical consultation
Safety-critical judgment in design review
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
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.
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.
๐ป Technology Skills
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
Development environment software
Medical software
Graphics or photo imaging software
Analytical or scientific software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Engineering and Technology
Computers and Electronics
Mathematics
Design
Physics
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineers | 20 | $106K | 72% |
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | 29 | $128K | 79% |
| Chemical Engineers | 30 | $122K | 77% |