Usability Engineer – Probes (Hardware Human Factors)

Akkodis; Oslo fylke; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Akkodis seeks an experienced Usability Engineer - Probes (Hardware Human Factors) to shape the future of medical technology used by healthcare professionals worldwide. Based in Oslo, Norway, you will drive hardware UX for handheld medical devices, ensuring safety, intuitiveness and effectiveness in real-world clinical settings.

You will lead usability activities, translate insights into design requirements, and collaborate with engineers, clinicians and designers to deliver exceptional hardware

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field and hands-on experience in hardware usability engineering.
• Experience with usability engineering in medical devices is preferred.
• Strong grasp of human-centered design methodologies and usability testing.
• Excellent communication skills and professional English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead usability activities for next-generation handheld medical devices.
• Drive ergonomic and human factors design for user-facing hardware.
• Plan and conduct formative and summative usability studies.
• Translate user insights into design requirements and risk mitigations.
• Collaborate with industrial designers, engineers, clinicians and product teams.
• Help create best-in-class user experiences across hardware and software.

Skills

Hardware usability engineering

Human factors design

Usability testing

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Master's degree in Human Factors Engineering, Ergonomics, Industrial Design, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field

Tools

IEC 62366-1 knowledge

FDA Human Factors guidance

Job description

Do you want to shape the future of medical technology used by healthcare professionals worldwide?

We are looking for an experienced Usability Engineer - Probes (Hardware Human Factors) to join a global product development environment focused on innovative handheld medical devices. In this role, you will drive the hardware user experience, ensuring products are intuitive, ergonomic, safe, and effective in real-world clinical settings.

What You'll Do

• Lead usability engineering activities for next-generation handheld medical devices
• Drive ergonomic and human factors design for user-facing hardware
• Plan and execute formative and summative usability studies
• Translate user insights into design requirements and risk mitigations
• Collaborate closely with industrial designers, engineers, clinicians, and product teams
• Help create best-in-class user experiences across both hardware and software

What We're Looking For

• Master's degree in Human Factors Engineering, Ergonomics, Industrial Design, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field
• Experience with hardware usability engineering, preferably within medical devices
• Knowledge of human-centered design methodologies and usability testing
• Strong communication skills and professional English proficiency

Nice to Have

• PhD in Human Factors Engineering, Ergonomics, Biomedical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related discipline
• Experience with IEC 62366-1, ANSI/AAMI HE75, or FDA Human Factors guidance
• Background in handheld, wireless, or point-of-care medical devices
• Experience working in regulated medical device environments
• Certification in Human Factors Engineering or a related professional accreditation

Why Apply?

• Influence products used by healthcare professionals globally
• Work alongside leading experts in usability, design, and engineering
• Be part of a highly skilled international team
• Long-term assignment with strong potential for extension

Practical Information

Location: Oslo, Norway

Start Date: November 1, 2026

Travel: Occasional international travel

Interested?

Akkodis welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.