OSCA CODES
OSCA CODE 243933 - Biomedical Engineer
Description
Combines engineering principles with science, computing and medicine to develop and maintain medical systems, devices and equipment for health care purposes. Registration or licensing may be required.
Specialization
- Bioengineer
- Clinical Engineer
- Medical Engineer
- Medical Equipment or Device Engineer
Average Income
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the average annual salary for Biomedical Engineer in Australia ranges from $70,000 to $90,000. Biomedical Engineer with advanced qualifications and experience may earn higher salaries Additionally, salary varies as per location, industry, and employeer.
Required Skill Level for Migration as Biomedical Engineer
Skill Level: 1
Skill Priority in 2024
The Skills Priority List (SPL) highlights the shortage status of Biomedical Engineer across various Australian regions:
| Region | Status |
|---|---|
| AUS | Shortage(S) |
| NSW | Shortage(S) |
| VIC | Shortage(S) |
| QLD | Shortage(S) |
| SA | Shortage(S) |
| WA | Shortage(S) |
| TAS | Shortage(S) |
| NT | No Shortage(NS) |
| ACT | Shortage(S) |
Future Demand: At economy-wide average.
Australian Visa Options for Biomedical Engineer
| Visa Name | Description | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| 189 Visa | Skilled Independent Visa, a points-tested visa for skilled workers without employer or state sponsorship. | 9-12 months |
| 190 Visa | Skilled Nominated Visa, a state-sponsored visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory government. | 9-12 months |
| 485 Visa | Temporary Graduate Visa, allowing recent graduates to live, study, and work in Australia temporarily after completing their studies in an Australian institution. | 4-6 months |
| 491 Visa (State) | Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa, a state-nominated visa for skilled workers to live and work in regional Australia, with a pathway to permanent residency. | 9-15 months |
| 491 Visa (Family) | Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa, family-sponsored, allowing skilled workers to live and work in regional Australia, with a pathway to permanent residency. | 9-15 months |
| 186 Visa (Direct) | Employer Nomination Scheme Visa, a permanent visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian employer under the Direct Entry stream. | 10-15 months |
| 407 Visa (Training) | Training Visa, a temporary visa allowing participation in occupational training or professional development in Australia. | 4-6 months |
| 494 Visa (Regional Sponsored) | Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) Visa, a temporary visa for skilled workers sponsored by employers in regional Australia, with eligibility for permanent residency after three years. | 9-15 months |
| 482 Visa (TSS Medium) | Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa, a temporary work visa allowing employers to address labor shortages in medium-term occupations. | Varies |
Tasks of an Biomedical Engineer
- Designs and develops biomedical systems and devices, including prosthetics, artificial organs, diagnostic tools, and health monitoring devices.
- Maintains medical equipment, performing safety checks to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Oversees the deployment of medical devices and systems in healthcare environments.
- Provides training and support to healthcare professionals to ensure the effective use of medical devices.
- May work in clinical settings to troubleshoot and resolve issues, including analyzing data from medical imaging technologies.
- May design software to operate medical equipment or develop computer simulations for testing new drug therapies and delivery systems.
- May collaborate with nanotechnology experts to design novel materials for the creation of medical products.
Round Results
| Round Date | Lowest Points Score Invited subclass 189 (Points-tested stream) | Lowest Points Score Invited subclass 491 (Family Sponsored Regional) |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-10-06 | Offshore: 65 Onshore: N/A |
Offshore: 65 Onshore: N/A |
| 2022-12-08 | Offshore: 85 Onshore: 85 |
Offshore: N/A Onshore: N/A |
| 2024-06-13 | 95 | N/A |
| 2024-09-05 | 90 | N/A |
Job Outlook for Biomedical Engineer (2024)
| Median Weekly Earnings | N/A |
| Part-time Share | 12% |
| Female Share | 21% |
| Median Age | 37 years |
| Annual Employment Growth | N/A |
| Employed | 1,300 |
[See: Australian Bureau of Statistics for the most updated data on Biomedical Engineer]
