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ZOLL Resuscitation

Usability Engineer II

Chelmsford, MA · On-site +1

MS in Human Factors Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or other engineering discipline (software, mechanical, etc.) preferred * 2 + years of medical device usability engineering experience required ...

ZOLL Medical

Usability Engineer II

Chelmsford, MA · On-site +1

MS in Human Factors Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or other engineering discipline (software, mechanical, etc.) preferred * 2 + years of medical device usability engineering experience required ...

Bausch+Lomb Companies Inc.

$65/hr

Operate as an engineering lead on projects when needed. Requirements * Bachelor's Degree in Science or Engineering required; Bachelor's degree in Human Factors Engineering or Biomedical Engineering ...

Amgen

Associate Director Engineering

Cambridge, MA · On-site

The Associate Director, Human Factors & Usability Engineering (HF/UE), provides strategic and operational leadership for the integration of human factors, usability, and user-centered risk management ...

Philips

Human Factors Engineer

San Diego, CA

$128.52K - $205.60K/yr

Drive usability engineering activities that support safe, effective, and user-centered product development. * Develop and own realistic use scenarios that reflect clinical workflows and environments ...

Philips

Human Factors Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$128.52K - $205.60K/yr

Drive usability engineering activities that support safe, effective, and user-centered product development. * Develop and own realistic use scenarios that reflect clinical workflows and environments ...

Heartflow

Staff Human Factor Engineer

San Francisco, CA

$190K - $250K/yr

Execute and document usability engineering evaluations, including task analyses and human factors studies. * Author formative and summative usability study protocols. * Plan, coordinate, and moderate ...

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How much do usability engineering jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for usability engineering in the United States is $106,377.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $92,500.00 and $100,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Usability Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Usability Engineer, you need expertise in human-computer interaction, user research methodologies, and a relevant degree in fields such as human factors, psychology, or design. Familiarity with prototyping tools (like Figma or Axure), usability testing software, and analytics platforms is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, communication skills, and empathy for users help you collaborate effectively and advocate for user-centered solutions. These competencies are crucial for creating intuitive, accessible products that meet user needs and contribute to overall business success.

How does a Usability Engineer typically collaborate with designers and developers during a product development cycle?

Usability Engineers play a key role in bridging the gap between users, designers, and developers. They work closely with designers to ensure user interface mockups and prototypes meet usability standards and often conduct user testing to gather actionable feedback. With developers, Usability Engineers communicate user needs and usability requirements to guide implementation, sometimes participating in iterative reviews to address issues early. This collaborative approach ensures that user experience remains central throughout the product development lifecycle.

What is usability engineering?

Usability engineering is a discipline within human-computer interaction that focuses on making products, systems, or services easy to use and effective for their intended users. It involves a structured process of designing, testing, and refining user interfaces to ensure they meet user needs and expectations. Usability engineers use various methods such as user research, prototyping, usability testing, and iterative design to identify and address potential usability issues. Their goal is to enhance user satisfaction, reduce errors, and improve overall user experience.

What is the difference between Usability Engineering vs User Experience Designer?

AspectUsability EngineeringUser Experience Designer
FocusOptimizing product usability and task efficiencyCreating overall user experience and visual design
SkillsHuman factors, usability testing, ergonomic analysisDesign, user research, interaction design
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, development teams, testing facilitiesDesign studios, digital agencies, product teams
CertificationsUsability certifications, human factors credentialsDesign certifications, UX courses

While both roles aim to improve user interaction, usability engineering primarily focuses on testing and refining product usability through scientific methods. User experience designers develop the overall look, feel, and user journey. Together, they ensure a seamless and effective user experience.

Usability Engineer II

Usability Engineer II

ZOLL Medical Corporation

Chelmsford, MA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Acute Care TechnologyPlease see attached job description documentAt ZOLL, we're passionate about improving patient outcomes and helping save lives. We provide innovative technologies that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our medical devices, software and related services are used worldwide to diagnose and treat patients suffering from serious cardiopulmonary and respiratory conditions.
The Acute Care Technology division of ZOLL Medical Corporation develops and delivers innovative lifesaving products and software solutions to EMS, hospital, public safety, and military customers globally. Products include AEDs, trauma kits, ventilators, temperature management solutions, and more. Our dedicated employees take pride in their commitment to improving patient outcomes while delivering world-class customer service.
At ZOLL, you won't just have a job. You'll have a career-and a purpose.
Join our team. It's a great time to be a part of ZOLL!
Job Summary
As a Usability Engineer II, you will work with cross-functional teams to provide usability support for new products and product enhancements throughout the product development life cycle. This includes developing usability plans and protocols, use-related hazards analysis, planning and executing formative and summative usability testing and providing usability documentation for regulatory submissions and design history files. Key to your success will be your ability to communicate well with representative users, and to collaborate well with development teams
Essential Functions
  • Create usability documentation for design history files and tech files, including usability plans, use specifications, task analysis, use error analysis, usability assessments for feature modifications, usability audits, usability engineering files, and HFE/UE reports
  • Drive the early identification of use-related hazards and participate in use risk analysis
  • Work closely with cross-functional development teams to ensure that user needs, and potential use-related hazards are identified and addressed throughout the development lifecycle.
  • Develop test protocols, recruit participants, conduct usability testing, analyze test results and write formative and summative usability test reports
  • Conduct MAUDE searches and perform complaints analysis as needed
  • Keep pace with medical device national and international standards and guidance's that have a usability engineering impact and understand how to apply them
  • Contribute to refining internal usability best-practices

Required/Preferred Education and Experience
  • BS in Human Factors Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or other engineering discipline (software, mechanical, etc.) preferred or
  • MS in Human Factors Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or other engineering discipline (software, mechanical, etc.) preferred
  • 2 + years of medical device usability engineering experience required and
  • Practical experience applying IEC 62366, FDA Guidance, MDR, and HE75 in an end-to-end medical device development project required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Working knowledge of the FDA UE Process Guidance, IEC 62366, 60601-1-6, MDR, andHE75
  • Strong communication and writing skills. Must be comfortable interacting with customers/users, can communicate ideas effectively to internal stakeholders
  • Works with minimal supervision. Reports project, schedule and objective status
  • Collaborator and team player; works well with the Usability team and project teams
  • Experience with medical device simulation tools a plus

Travel Requirements
  • 20% Travel required

ZOLL is a fast-growing company that operates in more than 140 countries around the world. Our employees are inspired by a commitment to make a difference in patients's lives, and our culture values innovation, self-motivation and an entrepreneurial spirit. Join us in our efforts to improve outcomes for underserved patients suffering from critical cardiopulmonary conditions and help save more lives.
The annual salary for this position is:
$88,000.00 to $110,000.00
This position is eligible for an annual bonus in accordance with the company's bonus plan. Factors which may affect starting salary include geography, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Details of ZOLL's comprehensive benefits plans can be found at www.zollbenefits.com.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until this position is filled. For fully remote positions, compensation will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local wage laws, including minimum wage requirements, based on the employee's primary work location.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
ADA: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

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