Human Factors Capability Lead Job at BMT (Bath)

Senior Human Factors Engineer - Usability

In this vital role you are responsible for leading HFE/UE planning, research, de...

Location

United States , Thousand Oaks; Cambridge

Salary:

135876.00 - 171000.00 USD / Year

Amgen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Doctorate OR Master’s degree and 2 years of Human Factors Engineering/Usability Engineering experience in the Biomedical/Pharmaceutical/Medical Device Field OR Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of Human Factors Engineering/Usability Engineering experience in the Biomedical/Pharmaceutical/Medical Device Field OR Associate’s degree and 8 years of Human Factors Engineering/Usability Engineering experience in the Biomedical/Pharmaceutical/Medical Device Field OR High school diploma / GED and 10 years of Human Factors Engineering/Usability Engineering experience in the Biomedical/Pharmaceutical/Medical Device Field

Job Responsibility

Partner cross-functionally with engineering, operations, regulatory, risk, quality, clinical, drug product, digital health, commercial to ensure Amgen products are safe and effective for end users
Lead and support human factors and usability engineering activities to improve the design of products, specifically the device-user interface
Develop, strategize, and implement a risk-prioritized, fit-for-purpose approach to HF activities
Ensure human-system capabilities and limitations are accurately reflected in the system requirements, and HFE/UE input is provided across functions to develop device design, packaging, labeling, and training requirements
Identify, lead, and support appropriate human factors and usability engineering activities to improve the design of device-user interfaces, including the device, packaging, labeling, and instructions for use to minimize the potential for use errors
Analyze objective and subjective data from usability studies to inform product design, identify and mitigate use-risk, and provide robust solutions
Lead the design and execution of human factors formative and summative activities, including moderation, note taking, vendor engagement, and analysis of data
Support and provide HFE expertise in preparation for clinical studies and regulatory submissions in accordance with HF best practices, guidance and standards
Create documentation to support development activities, design controls, DHF, DMR including protocols, task analysis, use-related risk analysis (URRA), usability technical assessments, HF validation reports, and regulatory submissions
Clearly and actively communicate regularly with key internal and external partners

What we offer

A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models where possible

Fulltime

Associate Director Engineering

The Associate Director, Human Factors & Usability Engineering (HF/UE), provides ...

Location

United States , Thousand Oaks; Cambridge

Salary:

180131.00 - 212768.00 USD / Year

Amgen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Doctorate degree and 3 years of Human Factors Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Psychology, or related experience
Master’s degree and 7 years of Human Factors Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Psychology, or related experience
Bachelor’s degree and 9 years of Human Factors Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Psychology, or related experience
Associate’s degree and 12 years of Human Factors Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Psychology, or related experience
High school diploma / GED and 14 years of Human Factors Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Psychology, or related experience
Minimum of 3 years’ experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs, or directing the allocation of resources

Job Responsibility

Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing human factors and usability engineering team
Build enterprise capability in human factors and usability by establishing scalable processes, tools, and best practices
Champion the integration of human factors, usability, and user-centered design into product development processes
Define and drive HF/UE strategy aligned with regulatory requirements, development milestones, and quality systems
Oversee planning and execution of formative and summative human factors studies in alignment with FDA, EMA, MDR, ISO 62366, and global standards
Ensure seamless integration of HF/UE activities within design controls and risk management (ISO 14971)
Author and review HF/UE documentation including plans, use-related risk analyses, validation protocols, reports, and regulatory responses
Integrate use-related risk management across the product lifecycle to minimize on-market risk
Collaborate cross-functionally with Device Engineering, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Medical, Packaging, Manufacturing, and Operations teams
Provide HF leadership in feasibility assessments and early-stage design decisions

What we offer

A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models where possible

Fulltime

Hf+uxd engineer

The HF+UXD engineer will serve as an individual contributor to Diabetes Care pro...

Location

United States , Andover

Salary:

45.00 - 50.00 USD / Hour

MillenniumSoft Inc

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Human Factors & User Experience Tools: Drive understanding of the human-system interface through the creation of user profiles, environmental characterization, workflow mapping, task analysis, functional modeling, and use cases / scenarios
Utilize anthropometry, biomechanics, and human capability data to support, analyze, and optimization system design and ergonomics
User Needs/Requirements & User Risk Assessment: Distill research insights into themes that inform user needs, user risk, and user interface design through processes such as affinization or KJ Analysis to ensure traceability
Have working understanding of the requirements management process that focuses on the creation of user needs and stakeholder requirements as part of a cross-functional team
Evaluate Use Error as part of use-related risk analysis (aEURA, uFMEA, and/or Hazard Analysis) and contribute to mitigation efforts in partnership with medical affairs and cross-functional teams
Design of User Interfaces: Support design and development of user interfaces which include but are not limited to devices, software, packaging, instructions, and training
Conduct product evaluations, brainstorming sessions, competitive analysis, and other usability engineering methodologies with internal teams and external vendors
Utilize low to high fidelity prototyping methods to enable quick turn customer centric design loops that power Agile processes and decision making
Generative Research & Front-End Innovation: Participate as a member of the experience teams to conduct generative research including but not limited to observational research (contextual inquiry and ethnography), competitive usability assessment as required
Formative Evaluation, Design Validation, and Summative Human Factor Design Validation: Design, plan, execute, analyze, and report using qualitative and quantitative research as part of formative study evaluation which may include but are not limited to heuristic evaluation, expert review, simulated use studies, and actual use studies

Job Responsibility

Usability Planning & Execution: Collaborate with cross functional core teams to ensure human factors and usability plans are appropriately scaled
Execute human factors and user experience design deliverables by working with minimal supervision, managing the work of external vendors, and consulting with project teams to ensure quality deliverables
Support the Diabetes Care team in execution of deliverables associated with closing gaps in project usability files

Fulltime

Human Factors Engineer

Client Biosciences is seeking a human factors engineer who is excited to apply t...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

43.00 - 65.00 USD / Hour

MillenniumSoft Inc

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Human Factors Engineering / Ergonomics, Usability Engineering, Cognitive/Experimental Psychology, Industrial Design, Engineering Psychology or equivalent degree
5 years’ industry experience analyzing user needs via contextual research, usability testing, and other methods and translating those needs into design decisions (or combination of advanced degree and work experience)
1 years’ experience guiding and prioritizing human factors activities on complex systems
Experience with medical devices and regulated environments in design and development (FDA, IEC 62366, AAMI HE75)
Experience mentoring cross-functional teams on HF methods and design thinking
Proven ability to influence without authority and persuade internal colleagues of the benefits of UXD
Excellent collaboration, communication, leadership, influencing, and presentation skills
Highly organized and able to work efficiently across simultaneous projects
Able to understand business goals and link them to design directions in short-term solutions that support long-term product visions and business strategies
Experience with regulated products (e.g. FDA, IEC 62366)

Job Responsibility

Play a critical role in product development by using customer insights to inspire teams to deliver experiences that solve customer problems
Interface with customers to gather critical data that guide your design recommendations
Apply your user experience design (UXD) and human factors (HF) background and creative problem solving to lead new UXD/HF efforts within project teams
Leverage other BD business units’ community of UXD practice to align processes
Guide HF vendors and/or contractors in prioritized work for usability testing, user research, or industrial design
Lead the definition, design, and execution of UXD/HF activities throughout product development
Work with stakeholders to update UXD/HF processes for BDB’s products
Represent and advocate for UXD on complex programs by elevating customers’ needs
Teach HF processes and understanding of our customers to cross-functional project teams, senior leaders, and junior HFE associates
Collaborate to find the best possible product for our customers by finding the sweet spot between customers’ needs, business constraints, and technical capabilities

Fulltime

Human Factors Engineer

As a Human Factors Specialist supporting the TRINITY (Battlefield Communications...

Location

United Kingdom , Christchurch

Salary:

Not provided

Morson Talent

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven ability as a Human Factors practitioner in defence or a safety-critical industry
Proven ability in the application of Def Stan 00-251 whilst working within a multi-disciplinary team on complex system integration and development projects
Worked in a military / defence environment / industry within the last 12 months or who is capable of obtaining security clearance (SC level minimum)

Job Responsibility

Support Vigilant lead HFI specialist in the conduct of human factors activities and integration of HF into the TRINITY design
Work with end user groups and HF stakeholders in workshops, trials and User-Centred Design activities
Assess prototypes/mock-ups of TRINITY hardware and software solutions
Conduct analyses such as, task analysis, human error analysis, usability and workload assessments
Support Integration Testing and verification activities
Produce reports and input to customer deliverables

Technology Consultant, UX

The Industry Solutions Delivery (ISD) Engineering & Architecture Group (EAG) is ...

Location

India , Hyderabad

Salary:

Not provided

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

6 + years’ experience working as User Experience Designer either in Product teams or Consulting Roles with a strong track record
M.Des / B.Des / Graduate Diploma / Post Graduate Diploma in Industrial Design, Product Design, Visual Communication, Graphic Design, Interaction Design, User Experience Design, Information and Interface Design, New Media Design, Product and Interface Design, Human Factors, Human Computer Interaction, Cognitive psychology from reputed institutes like IDC IIT Bombay, NID, Srishti School of Art Design and Technology, other IIT’s OR considerable industry experience in lieu of the same
Candidate is required to furnish a portfolio of recent usability, design, or human factors related work
Strong background in user research, usability, or Human Factors
Expertise in user-centered design processes and research methodologies
Ability to create wireframes, user flows, interaction diagrams, and prototypes (low to high fidelity)
Ability to design intuitive, scalable user interfaces within technical and system constraints
Strong storytelling and presentation skills to communicate design solutions effectively
Experience in task analysis and user workflow design (current and future states)
Ability to synthesize research insights into actionable design strategies

Job Responsibility

Lead end-to-end UX activities including workshops, user research, personas, scenarios, information architecture, wireframes, navigation, and interactive design for complex applications and AI-driven experiences such as copilots and conversational interfaces
Plan and drive UX across the development lifecycle, ensuring delivery aligns with timelines, budget, usability, accessibility, and inclusive design best practices
Define UI specifications and secure stakeholder sign-off
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate AI capabilities (ML models, LLMs, automation) into intuitive experiences, designing prompt-based interactions, intelligent workflows, and AI-driven user journeys
Apply Human-AI interaction principles such as transparency, explainability, trust, and error handling, while accounting for edge cases, system limitations, and uncertainty
Ensure adherence to Responsible AI principles including fairness, privacy, and ethical design
Support pre-sales and scoping by evangelizing user-centered and AI-first design approaches, conducting research, and leveraging AI-powered design tools to accelerate outcomes

Fulltime

User Experience Manager - Robotics

The Robotics UX Manager is the senior functional leader for user experience acro...

Location

United States

Salary:

Not provided

General Motors

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human–Computer Interaction, Human Factors, Cognitive Science, Industrial Design, Interaction Design, Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
10+ years of professional UX or product design experience
5+ years leading teams and/or managing managers in complex technical domains
Demonstrated experience owning UX strategy and delivery across multiple programs or product lines
Demonstrated experience designing for complex technical systems (e.g., robotics, industrial automation, vehicles, aerospace, medical devices, or similar domains)
Strong portfolio demonstrating end-to-end UX work and leadership
Experience collaborating closely with engineers, product managers, and operations leaders in an agile or iterative development environment
Excellent communication and storytelling skills
Proven ability to build, scale, and develop UX organizations

Job Responsibility

Define and own the enterprise‑level UX strategy for robotic products and platforms
Develop a human-centered interaction model for robots
Champion human factors, ergonomics, accessibility, and safety in all human–robot interaction decisions
Partner with product, engineering, and operations leadership to prioritize a portfolio of UX investments
Lead, mentor, and grow multidisciplinary UX teams
Establish and socialize design standards, patterns, and guidelines for robotic UX and HRI
Create and manage work plans, staffing, and priorities across a portfolio of programs
Own workforce planning for the Robotics UX function
Partner with finance and product leadership to define and manage UX‑related budgets
Foster a culture of experimentation, rapid learning, and continuous improvement

What we offer

Relocation benefits (if eligible)
Total Rewards program

Fulltime

Device Development Lead

are recruiting for a Device Development Lead to join a company in the pharmaceut...

Location

United Kingdom , Cambridge

Salary:

34.42 - 63.63 GBP / Hour

CK Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Hold a relevant scientific/Engineering degree, or have equivalent working experience
Experience with principles of device design control, as well as knowledge of ISO13485, GMP, ISO14971, ISO62366
Knowledge of using risk assessment tools, including FMEA
Knowledge of human factors engineering
Previous experience in leading a team within the medical device industry
It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK

Job Responsibility

lead a multi-disciplinary project team in the development of drug delivery devices and life cycle management
To apply design control and risk management to all device projects
Provide input to supplier specifications for devices and device components
To provide input and support to human factors usability studies
Support the assessment of external design companies and suppliers for the capability of quality systems, facilities and procedures

Fulltime

Human Factors Capability Lead

BMT

Location:
United Kingdom , Bath

Category:
Consulting

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Posted:
December 06, 2025

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