As a medical engineer, you are responsible for the development, construction and optimization of medical devices and technologies, including both the research and development of new treatment methods and the assurance of the quality and safety of existing products.
In Germany, the average annual salary for engineers in medical technology is between 52,000 and 53,600 euros gross, which corresponds to a monthly gross salary of about 4,350 to 4,467 euros. The salary range ranges from 44,500 to 62,500 euros per year, which is about 3,700 to 5,200 euros gross per month. The starting salary can be about 64,722 euros per year, or 5,394 euros per month.
To become a medical engineering engineer, an engineering degree in medical engineering, electrical engineering, or mechanical engineering is usually required. Many universities offer special courses focused on medical engineering. Practical experience, such as internships in industry, is also important.
Medical engineering engineers have a wide range of career opportunities. They can work in research and development, quality management, production or distribution of medical devices. With appropriate experience and additional qualifications, positions in management or business consulting are also possible.
