Sr. Human Factors Engineer

Description

• Develop and deliver human factors engineering reports, including human interface analyses, cognitive walkthroughs, heuristic evaluations, and ergonomic and kinematic assessments.
• Plan and conduct user evaluations of product concepts, analyze data, and document evaluation methods/results in detailed reports. Present design recommendations to the project team.
• Create and communicate deliverables and manage time to meet deadlines.
• Assist with analytical use risk analysis to predict and assess use error risk potential and identify design mitigations.
• Lead client interaction when necessary.
• Manage and plan human factors activities to support product development programs.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards such as FDA Human Factors Guidance and ISO 9241.
• Apply human factors engineering expertise within cross-functional teams to assess the design space of consumer healthcare products and medical devices in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Guide clients through the human factors process, train and mentor new and less experienced human factors engineers, and provide leadership, training, guidance, and support to other engineers.
• Lead usability testing and human factors evaluations, including both formative and summative studies.
• Develop and conduct human factors research studies independently or with clients and/or government agencies.

Requirements

• Proficiency in human factors, user experience, usability, human factors engineering, engineering, risk analysis, ergonomics, kinesiology, validation protocols, writing protocols, and moderating and note-taking for studies.
• Ability to multi-task and perform a wide range of activities.
• Strong ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and projects.
• Ability to communicate visually via sketches, charts, and digital presentations.
• Experience in human interface analyses, cognitive walkthroughs, heuristic evaluations, and ergonomic and kinematic assessments.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Emphasis on classical Human Factors Engineering (HFE) training, ergonomics, and early formative user needs.
• Ability to work under a timeline.
• Proficiency in data and root cause analysis.
• Ideal candidates have an engineering, science, kinesiology, or physical therapy degree.
• Ability to solve moderate to complex technical problems.
• Strong understanding of the principles of medical device and healthcare regulations.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance