Advanced Human Factors Engineer — Medical Devices & Global Projects

Crux Product Design; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Crux Product Design is seeking an Advanced Human Factors Engineer in our Boston office to lead usability activities across medical device development. You will partner with premier pharma clients and multidisciplinary teams to shape product design, usability, and patient safety.

The ideal candidate has deep HF methods experience, strong communication, and a track record of influencing design decisions. Travel to support global projects is expected, with a collaborative, curious culture that

Qualifications

• Experience applying Human Factors techniques and standards for medical devices (IEC62366, FDA HF Regulations).
• Skilled at moderating user research and easing participants.
• Proficient in data capture, analysis, and reporting to inform design decisions.
• Able to lead formative and validation studies and guide others.

Responsibilities

• Lead HF activities across development phases from research to validation.
• Design and execute usability strategies aligned with client goals.
• Conduct desk and field research, risk assessments, and formative/summative studies.
• Produce clear reports and presentations for diverse stakeholders.
• Build client relationships and identify opportunities for HF services.
• Mentor colleagues and promote HF best practices across the business.
• Support new business development and scope future work.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of HF processes and team capabilities.

Skills

Human Factors

Usability Testing

Research Methods

Data Analysis

Report Writing

Client Engagement

Presentation Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Factors/Engineering/Psychology/Design

Job description

Crux Product Design is seeking an Advanced Human Factors Engineer in our Boston office to lead usability activities across medical device development. You will partner with premier pharma clients and multidisciplinary teams to shape product design, usability, and patient safety.

The ideal candidate has deep HF methods experience, strong communication, and a track record of influencing design decisions. Travel to support global projects is expected, with a collaborative, curious culture that