Medical Engineering Consultants (MEC) ยท 6 months ago
Human Factors Engineer
Medical Engineering Consultants (MEC) support medical device and pharmaceutical companies to enhance efficiency and productivity through expert resources. The Human Factors Engineer will perform usability engineering activities, develop research methodologies, and conduct usability tests to ensure compliance and improve product design.
ConsultingMedical DevicePharmaceuticalTraining
Responsibilities
Perform human usability engineering activities in partnership with functional engineering groups, Software, Firmware, Electrical, Mechanical and Systems, new product planning, clinical, design assurance, regulatory and marketing
Develop research methodologies to collect both qualitative and quantitative data as needed
Design and execute both formative and summative usability tests to simulate product use
Support and author deliverables related to user needs, development of user profiles, use scenarios, task and use error analysis, usability testing and post-market usability analysis for continuous improvement
Maintain positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors and vendors and across multiple disciplines
Build Quality into all aspects of their work by maintaining compliance to all quality requirements
Qualification
Required
Degree types: Pre-med, Human Factors, Psychology Bio-med related
4 Years of relevant work experience in medical device product development and/or a graduate degree with a relevant project experience
Prior experience working with medical device hardware, ideally class III implantables
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in a team environment
Experience moderating usability sessions and documenting findings
Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced dynamic environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to positively influence individuals and groups
Strong organizational skills as well as attention to detail
Knowledge of IEC 62366, 60601-1-6 and FDA guidelines for Human Factors
Company
Medical Engineering Consultants (MEC)
MEC is a comprehensive solution provider with a full suite of services from consulting and contracting to training and cost savings initiatives.