Human Factors Engineer
Core
Shaping the usability and overall user experience of physical products or systems through user research and human factors expertise.
Role type
Human Factors Engineer (Physical Products)
Builds
User-centered design solutions for physical products
Domain
Hardware/Physical Products + Human Factors
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research
Required skills
Usability Testing, User Research, Human Factors Engineering, Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods, Data Analysis, Prototyping, User-Centered Design, Statistical and Behavioral Analysis, Technical Documentation, Competitive Benchmarking
Preferred skills
Certified Human Factors Professional (CHFP), Certified Professional Ergonomist (CPE), Certified User Experience Professional (CUXP)
Technologies
Research Protocol Development tools, Data Analysis tools
Responsibilities
Plan, design, and conduct usability studies and human factors evaluations; Execute formative and summative usability testing; Lead human factors validation activities; Analyze research data and translate findings into design recommendations; Prepare and deliver research reports; Collaborate with designers and engineers to integrate user insights; Benchmark product usability against competitors; Identify usability risks early in development.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC with potential for team leadership
