Staff Human Factors Engineer (Andover, MA)

Company: Smith & Nephew
Location: Andover
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Staff Human Factors Engineer (Andover, MA) Life Unlimited. At SmithNephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. Smith Nephew supports healthcare professionals in more than 100 countries in their daily efforts to improve the lives of their patients. We do this by taking a pioneering approach to the design of our advanced medical products and services , by securing wider access to our diverse technologies for more customers globally, and by enabling better outcomes for patients and healthcare systems. We have leadership positions in: Orthopaedics Reconstruction - joint replacement systems for knees, hips and shoulders Advanced Wound Management - wound care treatment and prevention products used to treat hard-to-heal wounds Sports Medicine - minimally invasive surgery of the joint Trauma & Extremities - products that help repair broken bones We have around 15,000 employees around the world. Annual sales in 2018 were more than $4.7 billion . We are a constituent of the UK's FTSE100 and our shares are traded on the London Stock Exchange and through American Depository Receipts on the New York Stock Exchange (LSE: SN, NY) What will you be doing? As part of the Smith Nephew Human Factors team the Staff Human Factors Engineer will lead usability and design efforts across a number of Smith & Nephew's life changing device programs. Yo u will demonstrate and champion user-centered design principals, employ design thinking activities, identify unmet needs and generate design requirements while ensuring human factors and usability regulatory requirements are met. In addition to providing design and usability guidance, this position will lead ethnographic research activities that will craft and define business strategies across a variety of medical device products and services. As a Usability authority, you will contribute to the establishment and adoption of organizational human factors operating procedures and processes. You will lead research across multiple programs to understand users (clinicians and lay users), use environments, user characteristics, behaviors and constraints. You will support the delivery of projects by developing and leading strategies, informing design through user research, reviewing HF literature, iteratively testing concepts, leading external partners and compiling reports for submission to regulatory authorities. You will provide ongoing assessment where changes to an existing product user interface are proposed, identifying any additional work required. You will develop and maintain Usability processes and procedures in order to streamline product development and maintain regulatory compliance. You will develop and maintain an understanding of the latest information regarding Usability and Human Factors testing for medical devices. You will maintain a network of external contacts who can be referred to for advice when appropriate. You will ensure all activities are performed in accordance with relevant national and international standards. You will ensure all activities are performed and maintained in the QMS in accordance with relevant national and international standards. You will place special emphasis on IEC62366 – 1, the FDA’s guidance Applying Human Factors and Usability Engineering to Medical Devices, and the NMPA Guidelines for the review of medical device usability engineering registration. Travel Up to 25% What will you need to be successful? Bachelor´s degree in relevant area (Human Factors, Industrial Design, Cognitive Psychology, Engineering) Preferred: Human Factors/Ergonomics Master´s Degree, Ph.D. Human Factors/Ergonomics qualifications a plus 8 years’ experience in product development with the application of Human Factors Engineering to product/system design Project and third party management experience (budget >$100k) Significant working knowledge of Usability/Human Factors Engineering in a medical device environment Experience moderating usability studies Knowledge and understanding of Human Factors/Usability standards Experience of working on medical devices, capital equipment, software GUI’s Preferred: experience with usability engineering for complex systems (e.g., computer-assisted surgery, robotic surgery, visualization) Preferred experience with usability engineering for surgical devices Strong organizational, prioritization and communication skills Proficiency using generative Ai tools for varied applications Competencies You know and care about the business You focus on the customer You build positive relationships You embrace innovation and change management You deliver on commitments You value people Other S oftware proficiency: Microsoft Office Suite: Teams, OneDrive, Copilot Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook Preferred: Adobe Creative Suite, Jama, Jira, Figma, Budget Not a budget holder but responsible for selecting partners and defining / monitoring Scope of Work which may exceed $100k Internal Supervision Opportunity to lead and coach more junior team members Build and maintain internal relationships This role will predominantly involve communication with other functions at a similar level and functional managers of other departments. External Relationships Your day will include extensive communication with third party authorities. You will be able to engage with external human factors and design partners You will take advice regarding overall strategic direction on projects from HF Manager. Requires little to no supervision in day-to-day activity. You Unlimited. We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve. Inclusion and Belonging- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website ( https://www.smith-nephew.com/). Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500 annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles) Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more! LI-HYBRID "The anticipated base compensation range for this position is $145,250 - $217,750 USD annually. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role at Smith Nephew. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. In addition to base pay, we provide competitive bonus and benefits, which include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k, tuition reimbursement, medical leave programs, and a variety of wellness offerings. " SmithNephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Stay connected by joining our Talent Community . We're more than just a company - we're a community! Follow us on L inkedIn to see how we support and empower our employees and patients every day. Check us out on Glassdoor for a glimpse behind the scenes and a sneak peek into You . Unlimited . , life, culture, and benefits at SN. Explore our website and learn more about our mission, our team, and the opportunities we offer.

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