Human Factors Specialist (m/w/x) Medical Devices & Combination Products

Overview

Human Factors Specialist (m/w/x) Medical Devices & Combination Products — TECCON Consulting GmbH

Vollzeit | 60 % onsite, Bezirk Kufstein

Are you an expert in your field and ready to apply your know-how to exciting projects? As part of the Hamburg-based TECCON Group—with over 450 employees in IT, engineering, and business—we develop innovative solutions for renowned clients. Our mission is to recognize and nurture human potential by creating tailored connections between companies and talent. Contribute your expertise to our projects and help shape the future.

Responsibilities

• Human Factors Engineering: You plan and execute HFE activities with cross-functional teams.
• HFE Deliverables: You create user profiles, task analyses, and related documentation.
• User Requirements: You define user needs and translate them into design inputs.
• Risk Management: You identify use-related hazards and develop risk analyses.
• Usability Testing: You lead formative and summative studies with external partners.
• Stakeholder Communication: You present HFE findings and recommend design improvements.
• Labeling & Instructions: You develop user-friendly labeling and instructions.
• Best Practices: You establish and share HFE standards and lessons learned.
• Processes & Guidelines: You create templates and guidance for HFE integration.
• Knowledge Sharing: You promote HFE within the organization and contribute to publications.
• Regulatory Support: You provide HFE content for submissions and respond to authority queries.
• Audit Support: You assist with internal and external audits on device-related topics.
• Compliance Documentation: You prepare documents for device registration.

Qualifications

• Educational Background: MSc in Human Factors Engineering, Cognitive Sciences, Behavioral Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Psychology, Product Design, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, active listener, and ability to collaborate across functions.
• Problem-Solving Mindset: Ability to inspire others and provide innovative solutions to technical challenges.
• Language Skills: Fluent in English, both written and spoken; German or other language skills are an advantage.
• Presentation Expertise: Proven experience in scientific or technical publications and presenting at internal and external conferences.
• Professional Experience: Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Human Factors Engineering, medical devices, or combination products, ideally within the pharmaceutical sector.

Benefits

• Exciting challenges and responsibilities with room for autonomy.
• Flexible working hours and remote options to balance professional and personal commitments.
• Long-term prospects in a dynamic and dedicated team.
• Diverse opportunities for development and further training.
• Engaging team events that strengthen team spirit and add variety.

This position is 60 % onsite. Your starting salary will be at least EUR 65,000 gross per year, with the potential for market-competitive overpayment depending on your qualifications and experience.