Human Factors Engineer 4 - Contract

TalentBurst, Inc.

Sunnyvale, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$119.43–$119.43 Per Hour
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI), Best Practices, Clinical Practices/Protocols, Cognitive Psychology, Computer Science, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Customer/Client Research, FDA (Food and Drug Administration), Human Factors, Human-Computer Interaction, International Electro-Technical Commission (IEC), Interpersonal Skills, Interviewing Skills, Medical Equipment, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Product Development, Product Management, Product Testing, Product/Service Launch, Prototyping, Regulations, Research Skills, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Surgical Supplies, Team Player, Test Case, Testing, Usability Engineering, Usability Testing, User Interface (UI) Requirements, User Interface Design, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Validation Testing, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Sunnyvale, CA
POSTED
Today
Job Title: Human Factors Engineer 4
Location: Sunnyvale, CA - Remote
Duration: 12+ Months


Job Description:
Primary Function of the Position The Human Factors Engineer has primary responsibility to conduct research to gain a deep understanding of users, uses and use environments; perform task analysis, analyze and characterize use-related risks; conduct iterative formative evaluations and final usability validation of Intuitive products prior to launch.

Essential Job Duties:
Collect and synthesize detailed information about how users interact with Intuitive Surgical s products through various techniques including interviews, simulations and task analysis.
Present results of research, and usability testing to the New Product Development organization.
Contribute to user interface designs by providing guidance, ideas, and feedback to product development team.
Analyze complaints from on-market products for usability-related issues.
Support the design, execution, and reporting on usability (human factors) tests at various stages of product development from early prototypes all the way through formal FDA mandated validation testing.
Work with cross functional teams to create and maintain usability risk analyses and user interface requirements for Intuitive Surgical s products.
Maintain traces between use risks, mitigations, and validation test cases.
Keep abreast of regulations and best practices for medical device human factors (e.g. IEC 62366, AAMI HE75, FDA Applying Human Factors and Usability Engineering to Medical Devices).

Required Skills and Experience:
5 years relevant HF experience in industry.
Superior ability to empathize with people and to understand the human condition.
Ability to interface with customers in a highly professional manner.
Excellent communication (verbal, written, and formal presentation) and collaboration skills.
Ability to analyze and synthesize large quantities of information into usable communications.
Ability to work with and across various groups within the organization, including other engineering groups, product management, clinical engineering, and regulatory.
Ability to apply user-centered design and usability engineering principles to product research, development, and design.
Ability to travel domestically (up to 25%)

Required Education and Training:
BS or MS in Human Factors Engineering, Cognitive Psychology, Computer Science with human-computer interface (HCI) emphasis, Human Centered Design, or related field.

Preferred Skills and Experience:
Experience in medical device, or similar regulated industry, a significant plus

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About the Company

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TalentBurst, Inc.

For over 20 years, TalentBurst Inc. has been an award-winning provider of cutting-edge Workforce Management Solutions. With a strong commitment to staying ahead in the tech landscape, we pioneer innovative approaches to talent acquisition. Our expertise spans Life Sciences, and Healthcare Staffing, Banking, Financial, IT, and Engineering, as well as Global Employer of Record (EOR), Agent of Record (AOR), State, Local Government and Education (SLED), and IC validation/compliance services. Additionally, our division, TalentProcure, leads the industry with offerings such as High Hazard Payroll, Managed Services, and Vendor on Premise (VOP) solutions.

Due to our prioritization of excellent standards, we are Joint Commission Certified and are a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in the USA and Canada. Supporting over 130 Fortune 500 companies globally, we excel in navigating the landscape of talent acquisition. In a world of constant change, we embrace developing people-centric solutions that address the unique demands of our clients. Stay connected by visiting our website and following us on social media!

 

COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2002
WEBSITE
http://www.talentburst.com/