Human Factors Design Engineer II

Human Factors Design Engineer II

Location:

Boston, MA, USA (with opportunities to support global programs).

Base pay range: $35.00/hr - $50.00/hr (actual pay based on skill and experience). This range is provided by Redbock — an NES Fircroft company.

Contract – Mid‑Senior level.

• Plan, conduct, and document usability testing in a medical device use context.
• Plan, scale, document, and execute human factors program activities in accordance with FDA guidance and international standards (e.g., IEC 62366, IEC 60601, ISO 14971).
• Perform use‑related risk analysis and document findings.
• Design usability studies and drive testing strategies, including simulation of product właśnie use for user needs investigation, concept selection, and requirement development.
• Moderate usability testing of prototypes with end users and customers, and conduct contextual inquiries for applicable use cases/environments (e.g., surgery).
• Assist in data collection and root‑cause analysis during usability testing.
• Provide technical insight for user interface design, human factors processes, and planning for team and business strategy.
• Contribute to and maintain human factors program documentation as part of the Usability Engineering File.
• Support preparation of usability‑related documentation for regulatory submissions.
• Identify use‑related issues upon post‑market launch and recommend risk‑control enhancements.
• Formulate, deliver, and manage projects; mentor colleagues or direct lower‑level professionals when required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Factors, Biomedical Engineering, Industrial Design, Industrial Engineering, or closely related field.
• At least 2 years of practical experience; alternatively a Master’s degree or higher with 0 years of experience (preferably with specific experience in medical device development).
• Demonstrated competence in human factors practice, including knowledge of FDA guidelines and international standards.

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Disability Insurance