career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers and Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers | Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2031 | 19-4042 |
| title | Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers | Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health |
| onet code | 17-2031.00 | 19-4042.00 |
| description | 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. | Perform laboratory and field tests to monitor the environment and investigate sources of pollution, including those that affect health, under the direction of an environmental scientist, engineer, or other specialist. May collect samples of gases, soil, water, and other materials for testing. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 17 | 19 |
| tot emp | 21,860 | 39,390 |
| a mean | 115,020 | 56,770 |
| a median | 106,950 | 49,490 |
| a pct10 | 71,860 | 36,130 |
| a pct25 | 86,630 | 38,050 |
| a pct75 | 133,570 | 64,170 |
| a pct90 | 165,060 | 85,630 |
| h mean | 55 | 27 |
| h median | 51 | 23 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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