Human Factors, Usability Engineer
Core
Apply human factors engineering and usability principles to develop and evaluate medical device solutions, translating user feedback into design requirements.
Role type
Human Factors, Usability Engineer
Builds
Medical device solutions for clinical use
Domain
Medical devices / Healthcare
Required skills
Human factors engineering, usability evaluation, qualitative and quantitative data analysis, simulated environment testing, cadaveric evaluation, design integration, cross-functional coordination
Preferred skills
Regulated industry experience (medical devices, military, aerospace), direct clinical stakeholder interaction, product design development
Technologies
Human factors engineering tools, usability testing frameworks, design validation tools
Responsibilities
Plan and conduct human factors and usability evaluations; partner with surgeons and clinical stakeholders to observe product interactions; conduct cadaveric evaluations; translate user feedback into design recommendations; investigate usability problems and design solutions; coordinate cross-functional project teams and mentor members.