Ergonomist or Senior Ergonomist

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare benefits

Wellness membership

Wellness programs

Job summary

NC State University’s Ergonomics Center seeks an experienced Ergonomist or Senior Ergonomist to provide ergonomics consulting, training, and applied research support across NC and beyond. You will lead projects, develop client relationships, deliver training, and contribute to state-of-the-art laboratories.

The role involves 20-40% travel and offers opportunities to mentor junior staff, collaborate with regulators and researchers, and advance Center initiatives for safer, more productive

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Engineering or related field with 3 years field experience for Ergonomist; Master degree in Ergonomics or related field with 1 year field experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field plus 6 years field experience for Senior Ergonomist; Master’s in ergonomics plus 4 years field experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide ergonomics consultation to employers and employees across varied environments.
• Lead consulting projects and coordinate resources under guidance.

Skills

Ergonomics assessment

Project coordination

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Ergonomics

Certification in ergonomics

Tools

RULA

NIOSH Lifting

Liberty Mutual MHH Calculator

Job description

Anticipated Hiring Range $62,115 - $98,036 (commensurate with experience)

Work Schedule Varies

Job Location Raleigh, NC (with the possibility of an approved, remote, work location)

Department Fitts Dept of Industrial & Systems Engineering - Ergonomics Center

The Ergonomics Center of North Carolina (Center) is a membership-based organization housed within the Edward P. Fitts Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering at North Carolina State University. Founded in 1994, the Center was created to make workplaces safer, more productive, and more competitive by providing practical, cost-effective ways to reduce or eliminate musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). The Center provides occupational ergonomics consulting, training programs and research for corporations, facilities, and individuals to support and enhance a company’s ergonomics efforts. Each service is tailored to meet an organization’s specific ergonomic needs and corporate goals. With extensive experience in ergonomics research, consulting, and training, the center helps in managing ergonomics and minimizing ergonomic risk factors in today’s work environments.

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

We are seeking an experienced ergonomics professional to join our team and contribute to the Center’s work supporting healthier, safer, and more productive workplaces across North Carolina and beyond. Based on your qualifications and experience, you will be hired either as an Ergonomist or Senior Ergonomist. The role offers the opportunity to provide industry consultation, deliver training, collaborate with professionals and researchers, and contribute to applied research through NC State University’s state‑of‑the‑art Ergonomics Laboratories.

As an Ergonomist, you will apply your technical knowledge to help employers and employees address ergonomics challenges across a variety of business and industry environments. You will lead consulting projects, deliver training, develop client relationships, support students, and contribute to applied research through NC State University’s state‑of‑the‑art Ergonomics Laboratories.

In this role, you will:

• Provide ergonomics consultation to employers and employees across varied business and industry environments.
• Serve as project lead for ergonomics consulting engagements, coordinating internal and external resources with guidance from senior staff as needed.
• Deliver Center training classes aligned with your expertise and the Center’s needs.
• Build and expand the Center’s membership and client base through meetings, seminars, workshops, and other professional forums.
• Develop client proposals that define project scope, deliverables, and estimated timelines, with guidance from senior staff as needed.
• Create, update, and review training materials to ensure technical accuracy, consistency, and professional quality.
• Manage students assigned to the Ergonomics Services functional area and provide direction related to their work.
• Work effectively in a team-based environment to support Center priorities and initiatives.
• Collaborate with Center professionals, regulatory officials, researchers, and external partners to advance the Center’s mission.
• Contribute to the development of applied research projects conducted in NC State University’s state‑of‑the‑art Ergonomics Laboratories.

In this role, you will:

• In addition to the core responsibilities of an Ergonomist, the Senior Ergonomist provides advanced expertise and leadership through responsibilities that include:
  • Provide technical guidance and leadership to junior consulting staff, as applicable.
  • Consult and collaborate with Center professionals, regulatory officials, researchers, and external partners to advance the Center’s mission.

Other Responsibilities

• Position involves approximately 20-40% travel.
• In addition to the core responsibilities of this role, there may be occasional opportunities to take on additional duties. This offers an opportunity to build on your skills, explore new areas, and gain a deeper understanding of the department’s operations.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Ergonomist: Must have a Bachelor’s (or equivalent) degree in Engineering or related field, plus 3 years of field experience OR a Master’s (or equivalent) degree in Ergonomics or related field plus 1 year of field experience.
• Senior Ergonomist: Must have a Bachelor’s (or equivalent) degree in engineering or a related field plus 6 years of field experience OR Master’s (or equivalent) degree in ergonomics or related field plus 4 years of field experience.

Other Required Qualifications

• All levels should have experience assessing physical work areas using various evaluation techniques (including but not limited to the Revised Strain Index, Rapid Upper Limb Assessment ( RULA ), NIOSH Lifting Equation, and Liberty Mutual Manual Materials Handling Calculator).
• Demonstrated commitment to mentoring and supporting junior and senior ergonomists and other staff.
• Desire to develop and contribute to multifaceted applied research projects.
• Enthusiasm for supporting Center improvement initiatives and advancing organizational goals.

Preferred Qualifications

• N/A.

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

• Ergonomist: Must have certification in the science of ergonomics with the designation Associate Ergonomics Professional ( AEP ) preferred or a specific plan to achieve certification within 6 months of hire.
• Senior Ergonomist: Must have certification in the science of ergonomics with the designation Certified Professional Ergonomist ( CPE ) preferred or a specific plan to achieve full certification within 6 months of hire.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Valid NC Driver's License required

Yes

Commercial Driver's License required

No

EEO

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