Apply human factors engineering to medical devices in a fully onsite Vancouver, BC contract role requiring usability expertise and risk analysis.
The Human Factors Engineer supports development and commercialization of healthcare technologies through user-centred design. You will work across engineering, clinical, quality, regulatory, and product teams throughout development. The work spans user research, usability evaluations, validation studies, requirements, and regulatory documentation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop human factors and usability engineering plans
- Identify users, workflows, critical tasks, and use-related risks
- Translate user needs into testable product requirements
- Conduct interviews, observations, and formative usability studies
- Maintain traceable, compliant usability engineering files
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in a related discipline
- Three or more years in regulated product environments
- Experience planning and documenting formative studies
- Experience supporting summative usability validation
- Working knowledge of IEC 62366-1 practices
Bring medical-device usability engineering, user research, and regulatory documentation experience to Actalent's Vancouver contract assignment.
Medical Device Human Factors Engineer in Vancouver employer: Actalent
Actalent is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture in Bedford, Nova Scotia. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers while working on cutting-edge power electronics for defense systems. The hybrid workplace model and commitment to engineering excellence make Actalent a rewarding place to advance your career in PCB design.
