Human Factors Engineer Real Staffing - 3.3 San Jose, CA Job Details $74,175 a year 23 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Developing medical devices Product development research management Usability testing Biological safety protocols Evaluation research Conducting hazard assessments Laboratory safety Clinical study protocols and reports Data analysis reporting Requirements design Qualitative data analysis Research ethical considerations Conducting user feedback sessions Medical device testing Equipment installation Presentations for conferences or internal meetings Simulation-based learning activities Robotics engineering Performance Reporting Metrics Reporting Research project design Collaboration with product development teams Research report preparation Clinical research compliance System validation Ergonomics in industrial design Product management System testing Requirements analysis Implementing research protocols Full Job Description Position Overview Support the design, development, and validation of surgical robotics systems by applying human-centered design principles throughout the product lifecycle. This role partners closely with engineering, clinical, design, regulatory, and medical affairs teams to ensure robotic technologies are safe, intuitive, and effective for surgeons and operating room staff. Key Responsibilities Human Factors & Usability Engineering Apply human factors engineering methodologies throughout medical device development programs. Conduct user needs analyses, contextual inquiries, workflow assessments, and task analyses. Identify use-related hazards and contribute to risk management activities. Develop use scenarios, critical task analyses, and usability requirements. Generate design recommendations based on user feedback and observational research. Support formative and summative usability testing activities in accordance with FDA and international human factors guidance. Surgical Robotics Evaluation Collaborate with robotics engineers, systems engineers, surgeons, and clinical teams to evaluate robotic-assisted surgical workflows. Assess surgeon interaction with key device elements and supporting technologies. Evaluate cognitive workload, user performance, and procedural efficiency during simulated procedures. Provide actionable recommendations to improve system usability, safety, and surgeon experience. Cadaver Lab & Simulation Research Design, coordinate, and execute cadaver-based usability studies and validation activities. Facilitate simulations involving surgeons, fellows, residents, surgical technologists, and operating room personnel. Collect performance metrics, observational data, video recordings, and participant feedback during procedures. Analyze user interactions under realistic surgical conditions to identify usability challenges and design opportunities. Manage study logistics, documentation, equipment setup, and protocol execution within laboratory environments. Ensure compliance with biosafety, laboratory, and ethical research procedures. Data Analysis & Reporting Analyze qualitative and quantitative data from usability studies. Develop study reports, executive summaries, and design recommendations. Present findings to cross-functional stakeholders and senior leadership. Support regulatory documentation including Human Factors Engineering reports, validation plans, and risk assessments.

Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with:

Systems Engineering Clinical Affairs Regulatory Affairs Quality Engineering Industrial Design Software Development Marketing and Product Management Serve as the voice of the user throughout product development efforts. Influence product strategy through evidence-based usability insights.

EOE Statement:

Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for benefits such as health insurance, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change. To find out more about Real, please visit www.realstaffing.com