Human Factors Ergonomics Specialist

  • Warwickshire
  • On Application
  • Contract

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead Human Factors Requirements Development
    Define and drive Human Factors (HF) requirements that support exceptional customer experience across future vehicle programs.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
    Work closely with teams across Engineering, Design, Programme Management, Commercial, and others to align ergonomics goals with overall vehicle development.
  • Empathetic Product Assessment
    Represent the HF perspective through innovative and visual communication techniques, supporting vehicle development decisions with empathy for end-user needs.
  • Ergonomic Testing & Issue Resolution
    Plan and execute HF assessments and gateway testing to identify and resolve ergonomics issues using data-driven insights.
  • Customer Feedback Analysis
    Analyse user and customer feedback related to ergonomics and integrate findings into requirement development and continuous product improvement.

Must-Have Skills

  • Proven experience working in a demanding technical environment.
  • Strong analytical abilities to interpret customer feedback and technical data.
  • Understanding of human physiology, anatomy, or anthropometrics.
  • Excellent verbal and visual communication skills.
  • Ability to influence and contribute to cross-functional discussions.

Nice-to-Have Skills

  • Experience with CAD tools (e.g., CATIA or 3DEXPERIENCE).
  • Familiarity with Agile delivery methods and tools like JIRA.
  • Broader understanding of full vehicle engineering and cross-discipline collaboration.
  • Resilient and enthusiastic, capable of handling pressure and delivering outcomes effectively.

Years of Experience Required

3–5 years of relevant industry experience in Human Factors, Ergonomics, Product Design, or similar disciplines.

 

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