Human Factors Engineer-Philly OR Evanston

Design Science

$80K — $110K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • MS/MA in human factors engineering, biomedical engineering, industrial engineering, or related field required
  • Minimum of 3 years Human Factors experience in healthcare or safety-critical industry
  • Proven ability to deploy various research techniques for data collection (field research, usability testing, ergonomics)
  • Experience in data analysis and report production to standards
  • Track record of moderating usability testing
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
  • Willingness to travel 30% domestically and internationally

Responsibilities

  • Execute research and usability testing for projects with multi-disciplinary teams
  • Lead interactions with clients and present research results
  • Lead project teams and contribute to process improvement initiatives
  • Mentor Associate Engineers/Researchers effectively
  • Deliver reports to stakeholders and ensure compliance with standards

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision
  • 20 days PTO to start, plus paid family leave
  • Flexible work hours
  • Bonus eligibility
  • All-you-can-drink coffee and a positive work environment
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Human Factors Engineer will work with multi-disciplinary teams to execute research and usability testing for projects. The HFE will be responsible for leading interactions with internal and external stakeholders (i.e., clients), such as presentations of study or research results. The HFE will also lead project teams, contribute to internal process improvement initiatives, mentor Associate Engineers/Researchers, and deliver direct reports.

Qualifications
  • MS/MA in human factors engineering, biomedical engineering, industrial engineering, or related field required
  • Minimum of 3 years Human Factors experience working in healthcare or another safety-critical industry
  • Demonstrated track record of deploying various research techniques to collect and process data across multiple areas of a portfolio of work (field research, usability testing, ergonomics, expert review, etc.)
  • Demonstrated track record of optimizing data analysis and producing reports to final delivery standards.
  • Proven track record of moderating usability testing
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • Ability to work full-time at the Design Science office in Philadelphia, PA or Evanston, IL
  • Ability to travel 30% of the time, domestically and internationally
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Highly organized and able to multitask
  • Willingness to undergo background checks, and drug/health screenings for research purposes

Preferred Requirements:
  • Experience creating usability file deliverables such as the application specification, user interface requirements, and use-related risk assessment
  • Demonstrable understanding of FDA regulatory guidance on the safety and usability of medical devices
  • Familiarity with healthcare industry guidance (e.g., AAMI/ANSI HE75:2009, IEC 62366-1:2015/62366-2:2016, ISO 14971:2019, etc.)
  • Evidence of interdisciplinary collaboration across various fields, including engineering, design, and psychology.


Additional Information

Here's what we're offering!
  • Full-time (40+ hrs/week)
  • Salary commensurate with experience
  • Competitive Benefits Package: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, and 401K.
  • Bonus eligibility, 20 days PTO to start, Paid family leave, Flex work hours, all-you-can-drink coffee, the best co-workers, and more!

Please submit a resume and cover letter.

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