86 Human Factors Engineer jobs in the United Kingdom
Human Factors Engineer
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ROLE/JOB DESCRIPTION
The Human Factors team is responsible for ensuring that the product is designed to be operated by the designated operators such that their performance is improved and the potential for human error is minimised. The Human Factors team are involved with all major boat programmes, plus site redevelopment and site safety related work.
JOB FUNCTION / CATEGORY Human Factors GRADE S5 CORE DUTIES
- To provide Human Factors support to design and analysis tasks in support of the company's programmes and conduct the activities described within the appropriate Human Factors Integration Plan (HFIP).
The following activities are those that may be carried out in full or part dependant on the role:-
- Task, Workload, Situation Awareness and Human Reliability Analysis
- Workspace analysis
- Human Machine Interface / Human Computer Interface development
- Manpower and Target Audience development
- Health Hazard assessment
- To produce evidence in support of qualification, legislative requirements and safety justifications and provide specialist support for associated activities.
- To contribute to identification and rapid closure of issues emerging from all product lifecycle stages and to manage the resulting change embodiment activities.
- To undertake peer reviews or checking / verification tasks as directed.
- To provide realistic programme status, identify problem areas and implement agreed recovery plans.
- To provide support to the Certificate of Design activities appropriate to the discipline.
- To articulate and present complex technical argument clearly, logically and simply
- To be able to access, have a clear understanding of and apply the Quality and HSandE Management System documentation e.g. Process Instructions, Workmanship Standards, Risk Assessments etc. applicable to your particular work scope and to obey all HSandE rules and control measures.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND DELIVERABLES
- To produce human factors analysis, assessment and user trials reports in accordance with the detailed human factors plan.
- To provide human factors advice to the project.
- Human factors representation at spatial and technical reviews and decision panels
- Build good working relationships with the appropriate system engineers
SUBJECT KNOWLEDGE and QUALIFICATIONS
- A general understanding of the manufacturing, assembly, commissioning and testing processes used within the business.
- Basic understanding of the challenges posed by the environment that the product will be exposed to.
- Relevant experience as a Human Factors practitioner.
- Capable of achieving the appropriate Professional Institution membership level as detailed in the Role profile, supported by a degree or equivalent in a Human Factors related discipline.
- Knowledge of the capabilities and the most appropriate uses of specialised analysis tools.
- Knowledge or at least recognition of relevant engineering standards (including safety and environmental regulations).
- Recognition of the limits of own knowledge so that specialist support and development can be sought.
- Sufficient experience to be able to identify all the issues involved in area of responsibility.
- The correct recognition of the context of their work within the overall product.
Human Factors Engineer
Posted 5 days ago
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Job Description
ROLE/JOB DESCRIPTION
The Human Factors team is responsible for ensuring that the product is designed to be operated by the designated operators such that their performance is improved and the potential for human error is minimised. The Human Factors team are involved with all major boat programmes, plus site redevelopment and site safety related work.
JOB FUNCTION / CATEGORY Human Factors GRADE S5 CORE DUTIES
- To provide Human Factors support to design and analysis tasks in support of the company's programmes and conduct the activities described within the appropriate Human Factors Integration Plan (HFIP).
The following activities are those that may be carried out in full or part dependant on the role:-
- Task, Workload, Situation Awareness and Human Reliability Analysis
- Workspace analysis
- Human Machine Interface / Human Computer Interface development
- Manpower and Target Audience development
- Health Hazard assessment
- To produce evidence in support of qualification, legislative requirements and safety justifications and provide specialist support for associated activities.
- To contribute to identification and rapid closure of issues emerging from all product lifecycle stages and to manage the resulting change embodiment activities.
- To undertake peer reviews or checking / verification tasks as directed.
- To provide realistic programme status, identify problem areas and implement agreed recovery plans.
- To provide support to the Certificate of Design activities appropriate to the discipline.
- To articulate and present complex technical argument clearly, logically and simply
- To be able to access, have a clear understanding of and apply the Quality and HSandE Management System documentation e.g. Process Instructions, Workmanship Standards, Risk Assessments etc. applicable to your particular work scope and to obey all HSandE rules and control measures.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND DELIVERABLES
- To produce human factors analysis, assessment and user trials reports in accordance with the detailed human factors plan.
- To provide human factors advice to the project.
- Human factors representation at spatial and technical reviews and decision panels
- Build good working relationships with the appropriate system engineers
SUBJECT KNOWLEDGE and QUALIFICATIONS
- A general understanding of the manufacturing, assembly, commissioning and testing processes used within the business.
- Basic understanding of the challenges posed by the environment that the product will be exposed to.
- Relevant experience as a Human Factors practitioner.
- Capable of achieving the appropriate Professional Institution membership level as detailed in the Role profile, supported by a degree or equivalent in a Human Factors related discipline.
- Knowledge of the capabilities and the most appropriate uses of specialised analysis tools.
- Knowledge or at least recognition of relevant engineering standards (including safety and environmental regulations).
- Recognition of the limits of own knowledge so that specialist support and development can be sought.
- Sufficient experience to be able to identify all the issues involved in area of responsibility.
- The correct recognition of the context of their work within the overall product.
Human Factors Engineer
Posted 5 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
ROLE/JOB DESCRIPTION
The Human Factors team is responsible for ensuring that the product is designed to be operated by the designated operators such that their performance is improved and the potential for human error is minimised. The Human Factors team are involved with all major boat programmes, plus site redevelopment and site safety related work.
JOB FUNCTION / CATEGORY Human Factors GRADE S5 CORE DUTIES
- To provide Human Factors support to design and analysis tasks in support of the company's programmes and conduct the activities described within the appropriate Human Factors Integration Plan (HFIP).
The following activities are those that may be carried out in full or part dependant on the role:-
- Task, Workload, Situation Awareness and Human Reliability Analysis
- Workspace analysis
- Human Machine Interface / Human Computer Interface development
- Manpower and Target Audience development
- Health Hazard assessment
- To produce evidence in support of qualification, legislative requirements and safety justifications and provide specialist support for associated activities.
- To contribute to identification and rapid closure of issues emerging from all product lifecycle stages and to manage the resulting change embodiment activities.
- To undertake peer reviews or checking / verification tasks as directed.
- To provide realistic programme status, identify problem areas and implement agreed recovery plans.
- To provide support to the Certificate of Design activities appropriate to the discipline.
- To articulate and present complex technical argument clearly, logically and simply
- To be able to access, have a clear understanding of and apply the Quality and HSandE Management System documentation e.g. Process Instructions, Workmanship Standards, Risk Assessments etc. applicable to your particular work scope and to obey all HSandE rules and control measures.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND DELIVERABLES
- To produce human factors analysis, assessment and user trials reports in accordance with the detailed human factors plan.
- To provide human factors advice to the project.
- Human factors representation at spatial and technical reviews and decision panels
- Build good working relationships with the appropriate system engineers
SUBJECT KNOWLEDGE and QUALIFICATIONS
- A general understanding of the manufacturing, assembly, commissioning and testing processes used within the business.
- Basic understanding of the challenges posed by the environment that the product will be exposed to.
- Relevant experience as a Human Factors practitioner.
- Capable of achieving the appropriate Professional Institution membership level as detailed in the Role profile, supported by a degree or equivalent in a Human Factors related discipline.
- Knowledge of the capabilities and the most appropriate uses of specialised analysis tools.
- Knowledge or at least recognition of relevant engineering standards (including safety and environmental regulations).
- Recognition of the limits of own knowledge so that specialist support and development can be sought.
- Sufficient experience to be able to identify all the issues involved in area of responsibility.
- The correct recognition of the context of their work within the overall product.
Human Factors Engineer
Posted 5 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
ROLE/JOB DESCRIPTION
The Human Factors team is responsible for ensuring that the product is designed to be operated by the designated operators such that their performance is improved and the potential for human error is minimised. The Human Factors team are involved with all major boat programmes, plus site redevelopment and site safety related work.
JOB FUNCTION / CATEGORY Human Factors GRADE S5 CORE DUTIES
- To provide Human Factors support to design and analysis tasks in support of the company's programmes and conduct the activities described within the appropriate Human Factors Integration Plan (HFIP).
The following activities are those that may be carried out in full or part dependant on the role:-
- Task, Workload, Situation Awareness and Human Reliability Analysis
- Workspace analysis
- Human Machine Interface / Human Computer Interface development
- Manpower and Target Audience development
- Health Hazard assessment
- To produce evidence in support of qualification, legislative requirements and safety justifications and provide specialist support for associated activities.
- To contribute to identification and rapid closure of issues emerging from all product lifecycle stages and to manage the resulting change embodiment activities.
- To undertake peer reviews or checking / verification tasks as directed.
- To provide realistic programme status, identify problem areas and implement agreed recovery plans.
- To provide support to the Certificate of Design activities appropriate to the discipline.
- To articulate and present complex technical argument clearly, logically and simply
- To be able to access, have a clear understanding of and apply the Quality and HSandE Management System documentation e.g. Process Instructions, Workmanship Standards, Risk Assessments etc. applicable to your particular work scope and to obey all HSandE rules and control measures.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND DELIVERABLES
- To produce human factors analysis, assessment and user trials reports in accordance with the detailed human factors plan.
- To provide human factors advice to the project.
- Human factors representation at spatial and technical reviews and decision panels
- Build good working relationships with the appropriate system engineers
SUBJECT KNOWLEDGE and QUALIFICATIONS
- A general understanding of the manufacturing, assembly, commissioning and testing processes used within the business.
- Basic understanding of the challenges posed by the environment that the product will be exposed to.
- Relevant experience as a Human Factors practitioner.
- Capable of achieving the appropriate Professional Institution membership level as detailed in the Role profile, supported by a degree or equivalent in a Human Factors related discipline.
- Knowledge of the capabilities and the most appropriate uses of specialised analysis tools.
- Knowledge or at least recognition of relevant engineering standards (including safety and environmental regulations).
- Recognition of the limits of own knowledge so that specialist support and development can be sought.
- Sufficient experience to be able to identify all the issues involved in area of responsibility.
- The correct recognition of the context of their work within the overall product.
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
(phone number removed)
(url removed)
Automotive Human Factors Engineer
Posted 5 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
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)
Senior Human Factors Engineer

Posted 7 days ago
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**About the Role**
At Convatec, we are on the journey of pioneering human-centred innovation to improve people's lives with deeply personal and challenging medical conditions. And this is where you come into the picture; We are currently looking for someone who can help us achieve that goal by bringing a prominent level of empathy to identify and communicate our users' changing needs to the rest of the organisation. You will be a crucial addition to our Global User Research & Human Factors Engineering team (part of User Insights, Design & Engineering) to meet this challenge.
As our new Senior Human Factors Engineer, you are passionate about bringing the user's perspective into the development of medical devices and is unafraid to make things happen to ensure we can make a difference in someone's life. **Come and** **join our growing** **User Insights & Design** **team at Conva** **t** **ec.**
You will have the freedom and responsibility to explore, build, and shape how we do things in a fast-growing User Research & Human Factors Engineering team that delivers. You are passionate about making a difference in people's lives, with a knack for harnessing creativity within a fast-paced, forward-thinking team. The team is located in Boston (US), Deeside/London (UK), and Søborg (DK) and consists of a group of Human Factors Engineers and User Experience Researchers with various backgrounds, but all with the same purpose in common: _Making a positive difference in our users' lives_ .
This role is available either remote or in our London/Deeside office.
**Key Responsibilities**
As our new Senior Human Factors Engineer, you will focus on collecting quality data about our users and their capabilities as well as being a go-to person for the local team to learn about who our users are and what they need. With this crucial information, you will guide the project teams towards developing innovative solutions - ensuring the users are at the centre from the get-go. You will be part of the process from the very beginning, through the device development, to launch - and beyond.
Main responsibilities in this role include - but are not limited to:
+ Role-modelling in all phases, from the early-stage user research role to the late-stage regulatory requirements, process, and deliverables.
+ Continuous inspiration and education of the rest of the organization.Especially the local team.
+ Deploy a variety of primary and secondary research techniques to collect and process data across multiple areas, including field research, usability testing, ergonomics, expert review, etc.
+ Conducting human factors applied research in the development of new solutions.
+ Act as an internal consultant providingfirsthand insights to support development and product enhancement.
+ Managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision.
+ Coaching and reviewing the work of colleagues
**About you**
We are looking for:
+ **An insightful** **problem solver** **-** You thrive on a start-up mentality that supports creative problem-solving and the agility to pivot and reinvent when necessary. You prefer to get stuck in, probing real problems to build valuable solutions for a broad spectrum of users-from well-trained medical professionals to home-based patients/caregivers-and a myriad of use scenarios. You are sensitive to intricate cultural nuances across global markets to deliver differentiated solutions.
+ **A trusted collaborator** **-** A 'people person' and natural team player. You will spearhead collaborations with cross-functional project partners. You will lead interactions with multidisciplinary leaders across the organization, including design, marketing, medical, and engineering, with the ability to influence their trajectories in a rapidly changing environment when a situation calls for it.
+ **A nurturing mentor** - A generous teacher and mentor, always ready to share your skills and insights with anyone who can benefit from expanding their view. You can be considered the HFE light house within the larger organization, building awareness and recognition of research as a core competency of our business.
+ **A meticulous** **master** **-** A self-motivated, curious, and meticulous person, you are knowledgeable within your field. While leading day-to-day project activities, including research and usability testing, you are also able to leverage your expertise and experience to create systematic frameworks for the methodical design and execution of the company's vision.
**Qualifications**
+ Minimum Education - bachelor's degree in human Factors Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Cognitive Engineering, Industrial Design, Psychology, or other relevant majors.
+ Minimum 5 years of experience from a regulated industry (Pharma or MedTech) and/or within User Research & Human Factors from consumer products.
**Travel and Work Expectations**
+ You should expect to be travelling for fieldwork and team meeting with up to 60 days per year.
+ This role can be done remotely or with location in either our Deeside or London office.
Our transformation will change your career. For good. You'll be pushed to think bigger and aim for excellence. Your ideas will be heard, and you'll be supported to bring them to life. There'll be challenges. But, stretch yourself and embrace the opportunities, and you could make your biggest impact yet.
This is stepping outside of your comfort zone.
This is work that'll **move** you.
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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
Human Factors Engineer (Specialist Training)
Posted 5 days ago
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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
Human Factors Engineer (Specialist Training)
Posted 5 days ago
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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 .