career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers and Nuclear Engineers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers | Nuclear Engineers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2031 | 17-2161 |
| title | Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers | Nuclear Engineers |
| onet code | 17-2031.00 | 17-2161.00 |
| 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. | Conduct research on nuclear engineering projects or apply principles and theory of nuclear science to problems concerned with release, control, and use of nuclear energy and nuclear waste disposal. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 17 | 17 |
| tot emp | 21,860 | 14,740 |
| a mean | 115,020 | 134,980 |
| a median | 106,950 | 127,520 |
| a pct10 | 71,860 | 88,290 |
| a pct25 | 86,630 | 103,010 |
| a pct75 | 133,570 | 157,600 |
| a pct90 | 165,060 | 187,430 |
| h mean | 55 | 64 |
| h median | 51 | 61 |
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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