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Human Factors Engineer - client dedicated
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At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development and delivery of life-changing therapies
Within our Analytical Services team, we have a functional service provider solution, which is an outstanding partnership that allows our customers to use the experience of our staff, while allowing you, the employee, to gain direct experience working onsite at a pharmaceutical/ biopharmaceutical company, all while maintaining full-time benefits.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Human Factors Engineer to support the development of new drug device combination products and oral solid dose products. Do you enjoy a challenging role with the opportunity deliver robust products that improve the patient experience and can give them access to life changing medicines from the comfort of their own home? The Human Factors Engineer is part of a dynamic and growing team that are key to delivering an expanding portfolio of injectable devices and more, used for pharma and vaccine drug products.
The role is to be based at our client's R&D site in Ware, Hertfordshire UK.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Provide inputs for human centred design engineering for a range of projects across all phases of development
+ You will effectively communicate your work to the wider development team and stakeholders.
+ You will be involved in problem solving and utilisation of different strategies to support resolution of design, risk and regulatory challenges.
+ Support the execution of early patient handling studies (formative studies), identification and maintenance of user needs, conducting user related risk assessments, planning and execution of design validation activities
+ Ensure user needs are considered early and continuously throughout the design process
+ Support the interface between the external vendors and the Human factors Team
+ Management of external HF vendors
+ Support the development and population of the Design History File as it pertains to design Validation
+ Author sections of regulatory files
Requirements:
**Education/Experience:**
+ Graduate in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or related degree (i.e: Physchology).
+ Practical experience and knowledge of human factors and usability regulatory framework, including FDA guidance, IEC 62366 and ANSI/AAMI HE75 and expectations for medical devices/combination products.
+ Experience on the development, manufacture and integration of end user inputs (user needs and risk related scenarios) of medical devices/combination products.
+ Working experience in product development and design validation as well as in the regulatory pathways for combination products is a must e.g. global submissions, agency interactions and authoring dossiers
+ Experience with integration of risk factors and user inputs into device design
**Skills/Abilities:**
+ Ability to analyse and summarise data and translate them into devices/combination products design recommendations
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as great attention to detail
+ Strong time management/organisational skills
+ Evidence of team working skills and flexibility
+ Experience with combination product and/or parenteral device development would be beneficial
**Our 4i Values:**
Integrity - Innovation - Intensity - Involvement
If you resonate with our 4i values above, and ultimately wish to accelerate the delivery of safe and effective therapeutics for some of the world's most urgent health needs, submit your application - we'd love to hear from you!
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Human Factors Consultant
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Job Ref: 71404
Location: Warrington, TH (Hybrid/Flexible Working)
The Opportunity
An established risk and safety consultancy is expanding its Human Factors (HF) team and is looking to recruit an experienced Human Factors Consultant . This role provides an opportunity to work on technically diverse and meaningful projects, primarily within the nuclear sector , with expanding work into chemical, defence, oil & gas, aviation, rail , and maritime domains.
About the Team
This is a collaborative and experienced team supporting major accident hazard safety projects across the UK. The team delivers tailored Human Factors solutions for high-hazard industries, with a strong focus on safety case support, design consultancy, and operator-focused analysis.
Project types include:
Human Factors support for design and repackaging of nuclear materials
Task analysis for decommissioning and operational facilities
Assessments aligned with COMAH and safety-critical environments
Collaboration with Human Factors specialists in Fire, Radiological Shielding, Criticality, and Environmental disciplines
Your Role
You will lead or contribute to technically complex Human Factors assessments, ensuring deliverables are fit-for-purpose and support safety case development. You'll work independently and collaboratively, both in-house and at client locations.
Key Responsibilities
Operational claim identification and substantiation
Human Factors design and integration support
Safety assessment input and human error identification
Application of modern Human Factors methods and good practice
Requirements management, verification, and validation
Resolution of operational HF issues
About You
Solid experience providing HF support to nuclear or high-hazard industries
Degree in Human Factors, Ergonomics, Psychology, Industrial Design, or a related field
Working toward Chartership with the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors (CIEHF)
Strong technical report writing and communication skills
Sound understanding of UK regulations and safety standards
Eligible for UK security clearance
Willing to travel to client sites
What's on Offer
Accredited training provider with fully certified leadership and technical programs
Hybrid working options and flexibility to support work-life balance
Collaborative team environment with exposure to diverse sectors
Opportunities to progress and contribute to impactful safety-focused work
Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business.
We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
User Researcher (Human Factors / User-Centred Design) X2
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User Researcher (Human Factors / User-Centred Design) X2
UK Wide - with travel to client 1/2X a month
65-75,000 per annum + permanent benefits
Candidates must be eligible for SC Clearance .
We are looking for 2 experienced User Researchers to join our team and play a key role in shaping transformational digital services. The solutions we design are often complex, so we need people who thrive in ambiguous environments, can bring clarity where there is little framework or direction, and ensure the voices of users are always at the centre.
What you'll do
- Champion the value of user research and build shared ownership of insights across the team.
- Work closely with Service and Product Managers to design research strategies that deliver actionable insights for service development.
- Create inclusive recruitment briefs to ensure representation from all user groups, including those who experience barriers to digital services.
- Plan, design and carry out research activities such as interviews, usability testing, prototype testing, guerrilla research, and surveys.
- Manage and analyse both qualitative and quantitative research projects, including customer experience mapping and proposition development.
- Share findings and recommendations with senior stakeholders, influencing decision-making and driving better user outcomes.
- Support the continuous improvement of products and services, helping to deliver a consistent, high-quality user experience across digital platforms.
- Mentor and support junior User Researchers, while contributing to the wider user research community by sharing best practice.
What we're looking for
You'll bring a strong background in Human Factors and User-Centred Design , along with:
- Experience planning and conducting research with diverse user groups, ensuring inclusivity in recruitment.
- Knowledge of a wide range of research methods (eg usability testing, interviews, workshops, surveys) and the ability to select the right approach for the context.
- Ability to interpret analytical data to understand user behaviour and identify areas for improvement.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to persuasively advocate for user needs, including accessibility requirements.
- Experience developing personas, testing hypotheses (eg A/B testing), and working in agile delivery environments alongside multidisciplinary teams.
- Confidence in engaging with and influencing senior stakeholders, including participating in or leading service assessments.
- Previous experience in government or GDS-aligned projects is highly desirable.
- A track record of mentoring or managing other researchers is a plus.
User Researcher (Human Factors / User-Centred Design) X2
Posted 15 days ago
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User Researcher (Human Factors / User-Centred Design) X2
UK Wide - with travel to client 1/2X a month
65-75,000 per annum + permanent benefits
Candidates must be eligible for SC Clearance .
We are looking for 2 experienced User Researchers to join our team and play a key role in shaping transformational digital services. The solutions we design are often complex, so we need people who thrive in ambiguous environments, can bring clarity where there is little framework or direction, and ensure the voices of users are always at the centre.
What you'll do
- Champion the value of user research and build shared ownership of insights across the team.
- Work closely with Service and Product Managers to design research strategies that deliver actionable insights for service development.
- Create inclusive recruitment briefs to ensure representation from all user groups, including those who experience barriers to digital services.
- Plan, design and carry out research activities such as interviews, usability testing, prototype testing, guerrilla research, and surveys.
- Manage and analyse both qualitative and quantitative research projects, including customer experience mapping and proposition development.
- Share findings and recommendations with senior stakeholders, influencing decision-making and driving better user outcomes.
- Support the continuous improvement of products and services, helping to deliver a consistent, high-quality user experience across digital platforms.
- Mentor and support junior User Researchers, while contributing to the wider user research community by sharing best practice.
What we're looking for
You'll bring a strong background in Human Factors and User-Centred Design , along with:
- Experience planning and conducting research with diverse user groups, ensuring inclusivity in recruitment.
- Knowledge of a wide range of research methods (eg usability testing, interviews, workshops, surveys) and the ability to select the right approach for the context.
- Ability to interpret analytical data to understand user behaviour and identify areas for improvement.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to persuasively advocate for user needs, including accessibility requirements.
- Experience developing personas, testing hypotheses (eg A/B testing), and working in agile delivery environments alongside multidisciplinary teams.
- Confidence in engaging with and influencing senior stakeholders, including participating in or leading service assessments.
- Previous experience in government or GDS-aligned projects is highly desirable.
- A track record of mentoring or managing other researchers is a plus.
User Experience Design BS/MS Intern, 2026
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This internship is intended for students enrolled in their penultimate/final year of education in an accredited full-time Bachelors or Masters degree program located in the EMEA region. Participation in the internship program requires that you are located in one of the specific country locations identified for this role for the duration of the internship program. Interns will be required to be available to work full-time for a minimum of 13 weeks over the Summer 2026 (starting in May, June or July) for the duration of the program. Individuals applying for this position will not be eligible for immigration sponsorship.
To start the application process, you will need an updated CV or resume and a current unofficial or official transcript in English. Click on the "Apply" button on this page and provide the required materials in the appropriate sections (PDFs preferred):
1. In the "Resume Section:" attach an updated CV or resume
2. In the "Education Section:" attach a current or recent unofficial or official transcript in English.
3. Under "Degree Status," select "Now attending" to upload a transcript.
Please include your expected graduation date (month and year), and availability for the internship on your resume. The specific team and project(s) will be determined based on your educational background, interest and skills.
**Minimum qualifications:**
+ Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Product Design, Visual Communication, Interaction Design or a related field in the EMEA region.
+ Relevant practical or internship experience in testing and iteration.
+ Experience conducting user interviews or survey.
+ Relevant practical or internship experience using design tools (e.g., Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketch, InVisio, Principle, After Effects, Framer Studio etc.).
+ A design portfolio that showcases design principles for web or mobile platforms.
**Preferred qualifications:**
+ Relevant practical or internship experience demonstrating a design background in interaction or graphic design or motion design fundamentals.
+ Relevant practical or internship experience demonstrating knowledge in applying user-centered design principles
+ Ability to apply brand visual assets in a user interface context.
+ Ability to complete a minimum 13 week full-time internship in the internship location starting in either May, June or July 2026.
+ Currently enrolled in your penultimate/final year of education.
Google User Experience (UX) is made up of multi-disciplinary teams of UX Designers, Researchers, Writers, Content Strategists, Program Managers, and Engineers: we care deeply about the people who use our products. The UX team plays an integral part in gathering insights about the attitudes, emotions, and behaviors of people who use our products to inspire and inform design. We collaborate closely with each other and with engineering and product management to create industry-leading products that deliver value for the people who use them, and for Google's businesses.
A UX Designer envisions how people experience our products and bring that vision to life in a way that feels inspired, refined and even magical. In this role, you'll learn to tackle complex tasks and transform them into intuitive, accessible and easy-to-use solutions for billions of people around the world - from first time users to sophisticated experts.
Google is and always will be an engineering company. We hire people with a broad set of technical skills who are ready to address some of technology's greatest challenges and make an impact on millions, if not billions, of users. At Google, engineers not only revolutionize search, they routinely work on massive scalability and storage solutions, large-scale applications and entirely new platforms for developers around the world. From Google Ads to Chrome, Android to YouTube, Social to Local, Google engineers are changing the world one technological achievement after another.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Test and produce interaction flows and mock-ups that accurately communicate product functionality to Product, Engineering, and Visual Design team members.
+ Apply essential design principles, patterns, and systems, and use design tools and processes to help develop mock-ups or prototypes. Identify product or platform requirements. Follow well-defined design templates, style guides, and accessibility guidelines.
+ Identify design solutions based on user insights, business needs, and industry trends that help achieve business objectives.
+ Identify innovative design solutions to user, product, and business problems. Respond to evolving design constraints.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also and If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form:
Principal Human Factors Consultant
Posted 15 days ago
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Job Ref: 71406
Location: Warrington, (Hybrid / Flexible Working Available)
The Opportunity
A leading UK-based safety consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior or Principal Human Factors Consultant to join its expanding Risk and Human Factors team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take a leadership role in shaping high-impact HF work across the nuclear and other high-hazard sectors.
About the Role
In this role, you will be responsible for scoping, managing, and delivering complex Human Factors assessments, while mentoring junior team members and enhancing the team's capabilities. You'll play a key part in integrating Human Factors within design and safety case activities and will work directly with clients on a diverse portfolio of safety-critical projects.
Key Responsibilities
Lead technical delivery of Human Factors workstreams
Develop and maintain strong client relationships
Deliver and review high-quality HF assessments across project lifecycles
Guide and mentor junior colleagues
Provide input across a variety of HF topics including:
Operational claim identification and substantiation
HF design and integration
Safety case support and human error analysis
HF requirements management
Verification and validation
Use of contemporary HF techniques and good practice
What We're Looking For
Extensive experience in Human Factors within nuclear or high-hazard environments
Degree in Human Factors, Ergonomics, Psychology, or Industrial Design
Chartered or working towards CIEHF chartership
Strong technical report writing and client communication skills
In-depth knowledge of UK regulatory standards
Comfortable with site visits and occasional travel
UK resident and eligible for security clearance
Why Join?
Work with a team of leading HF professionals on high-profile UK infrastructure and safety projects
Access to fully accredited training and leadership development (ILM)
Hybrid and flexible working as standard
A collaborative, inclusive culture that encourages professional growth and innovation
Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business.
We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
Automotive Human Factors Engineer
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Are you a Human Factors Engineer looking for your next opportunity?
If so, Expleo have an opportunity for you! One of the world's largest automotive manufacturers, is currently recruiting for an Automotive Human Factors Engineer, to help them develop unique and innovative automotive products.
The purpose of this role is to deliver customer requirements for future vehicles. Based in Warwickshire, you will be supporting, a dedicated and enthusiastic Human Factors Ergonomics team, on a contract basis.
Responsibilities of the Human Factors Engineer include:
- Lead development of Human Factors requirements,
- Lead Human Factors input into the development of future vehicles and brands
- Lead the timely completion of Human Factors assessments &/or gateway testing
- Support collaboration with colleagues to resolve ergonomic related issues on our vehicles
- Analyse customer feedback relating to ergonomics, supporting requirement development and issue resolution
Qualifications and skills required for the Human Factors Engineer position:
- Degree in a relevant subject matter or equivalent industry experience
- Strong background in Automotive human factors and / or ergonomics is essential
- Ability to analyse technical data and customer feedback to support Ergonomics development
- Knowledge of human physiology, anatomy or anthropometrics
- Knowledge of whole vehicle engineering is desirable
** PLEASE NOTE ** To meet with current legislation, right to work checks will be carried out to ensure candidates can work in the UK. Regretfully, we are unable to support applications that require sponsorship.
If you are interested in applying for the role of Human Factors Engineer or require further information, please contact:
Jacquie Linton
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Automotive Human Factors Engineer
Posted 15 days ago
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Are you a Human Factors Engineer looking for your next opportunity?
If so, Expleo have an opportunity for you! One of the world's largest automotive manufacturers, is currently recruiting for an Automotive Human Factors Engineer, to help them develop unique and innovative automotive products.
The purpose of this role is to deliver customer requirements for future vehicles. Based in Warwickshire, you will be supporting, a dedicated and enthusiastic Human Factors Ergonomics team, on a contract basis.
Responsibilities of the Human Factors Engineer include:
- Lead development of Human Factors requirements,
- Lead Human Factors input into the development of future vehicles and brands
- Lead the timely completion of Human Factors assessments &/or gateway testing
- Support collaboration with colleagues to resolve ergonomic related issues on our vehicles
- Analyse customer feedback relating to ergonomics, supporting requirement development and issue resolution
Qualifications and skills required for the Human Factors Engineer position:
- Degree in a relevant subject matter or equivalent industry experience
- Strong background in Automotive human factors and / or ergonomics is essential
- Ability to analyse technical data and customer feedback to support Ergonomics development
- Knowledge of human physiology, anatomy or anthropometrics
- Knowledge of whole vehicle engineering is desirable
** PLEASE NOTE ** To meet with current legislation, right to work checks will be carried out to ensure candidates can work in the UK. Regretfully, we are unable to support applications that require sponsorship.
If you are interested in applying for the role of Human Factors Engineer or require further information, please contact:
Jacquie Linton
(phone number removed)
(url removed)
Principal Human Factors Consultant
Posted 15 days ago
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Job Ref: 71406
Location: Warrington, (Hybrid / Flexible Working Available)
The Opportunity
A leading UK-based safety consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior or Principal Human Factors Consultant to join its expanding Risk and Human Factors team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take a leadership role in shaping high-impact HF work across the nuclear and other high-hazard sectors.
About the Role
In this role, you will be responsible for scoping, managing, and delivering complex Human Factors assessments, while mentoring junior team members and enhancing the team's capabilities. You'll play a key part in integrating Human Factors within design and safety case activities and will work directly with clients on a diverse portfolio of safety-critical projects.
Key Responsibilities
Lead technical delivery of Human Factors workstreams
Develop and maintain strong client relationships
Deliver and review high-quality HF assessments across project lifecycles
Guide and mentor junior colleagues
Provide input across a variety of HF topics including:
Operational claim identification and substantiation
HF design and integration
Safety case support and human error analysis
HF requirements management
Verification and validation
Use of contemporary HF techniques and good practice
What We're Looking For
Extensive experience in Human Factors within nuclear or high-hazard environments
Degree in Human Factors, Ergonomics, Psychology, or Industrial Design
Chartered or working towards CIEHF chartership
Strong technical report writing and client communication skills
In-depth knowledge of UK regulatory standards
Comfortable with site visits and occasional travel
UK resident and eligible for security clearance
Why Join?
Work with a team of leading HF professionals on high-profile UK infrastructure and safety projects
Access to fully accredited training and leadership development (ILM)
Hybrid and flexible working as standard
A collaborative, inclusive culture that encourages professional growth and innovation
Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business.
We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
Human Factors Engineer (Specialist Training)
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Human Factors Engineer (Specialist Training)
40,000 - 50,000 + Bonuses + Specialist Training + Career Progression + Optional Premium Overtime + Benefits
Office Based, commutable from Warwick, Coventry, Rugby, Stratford-upon-Avon, Solihull, Redditch and surrounding areas
Are you from a Human Factors background, and looking for the opportunity to showcase your skillset working for a niche specialist consultancy, where you will have the opportunity to continue your technical development through specialist training, whilst having routes to progress and lead projects in future?
On offer is a specialist position within a globally leading business, where you can take the technical lead consulting on projects from initial concept through to completion whilst having the ability to continue progressing your career within the business as you cement yourself as the go-to specialist for the company.
This industry leading business have been providing expert solutions to a range of clients for upwards of 6 decades working globally on specialist and niche projects and due to continued expansion they are looking to expand their team of technical experts.
On offer is a Human Factors Engineer position, where you will be the go-to within the project team for all ergonomics / human factors aspects of projects supporting the rest of the team and ensuring a continuous thought process towards the human factors within project limits
This role would suit someone from within Human Factors, looking for the opportunity to showcase their skillset working on interesting and cutting edge projects for a consultancy that push the boundaries of product design and development.
The Role:
*Planning, Leading and Considering all aspects of Human Factors in relation to product design and development
*Supporting the greater team with developing understanding of human factors
*Highly autonomous with excellent progression routes
The Person:
*Experienced Human Factors Specialist / Engineer
*Formal Qualification in Engineering / Human Factors or similar
*Full UK Drivers License
Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)
To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Ryan Ledger at Rise Technical Recruitment.
Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates