Human Factors Engineer

Jonathan Lee Recruitment; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Physical Controls Human Factors Engineer for a hybrid role in Gaydon. The successful candidate will develop human factors requirements and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure user-friendly vehicle controls. Strong knowledge in ergonomics, analytical skills, and effective communication are essential. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovations in automotive design.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of human factors and user interface design principles.
• Ability to interpret quality data related to user controls.
• Preferably experience in an automotive environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop Human Factors requirements for physical user controls.
• Analyse quality data and enhance requirements.
• Collaborate with UX Designers and Product Owners.

Skills

Knowledge of ergonomics

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Physical Controls Human Factors Engineer - Gaydon (Hybrid) - 36255145 - £27.30/hr - Inside IR35

This role is ideal for someone with a background in human factors or ergonomics who can bridge the gap between user needs and technical design in an automotive context. It involves a mix of analytical, collaborative, and creative tasks to ensure vehicle controls are user-friendly and safe. The position requires both technical knowledge and effective communication to work with cross-functional teams.

What You Will Do:

• Develop and refine Human Factors requirements for physical user controls, ensuring they align with industry standards and project goals.
• Analyse quality data related to user controls and utilise insights to enhance requirements and solve issues.
• Provide Human Factors expertise in the design and development of new physical user interfaces.
• Conduct Human Factors assessments, including evaluations of human error and workload, to optimise user interaction.
• Perform requirement testing and produce detailed reports to inform design decisions.
• Collaborate with UX Designers and Product Owners to integrate user controls into the overall vehicle user experience.

What You Will Bring:

• Knowledge of ergonomics, human factors, and user interface design principles.
• A basic understanding of scientific theories related to user interface design.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data effectively.
• Excellent communication skills to convey concepts and resolve issues with stakeholders.
• Preferably, experience in an automotive environment and familiarity with Agile planning tools such as JIRA or Confluence.

As a Physical Controls Human Factors Engineer, your contributions will directly impact the company's commitment to delivering intuitive and user-friendly solutions. Your expertise will play a vital role in ensuring that physical controls meet the needs of drivers and passengers alike, while aligning with the company's vision of innovation and excellence.

Location:

This hybrid role is based in Gaydon, a hub of automotive innovation and design.

Interested?:

If you're ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to exciting projects in a forward-thinking company, apply today for the Physical Controls Human Factors Engineer position. Don't miss this opportunity to make a real impact-your journey starts here!

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