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UX Researcher With FMEA Exp.
UX Researcher With FMEA Exp.Magicforce • Chicago, IL, Illinois, USA
UX Researcher With FMEA Exp.

UX Researcher With FMEA Exp.

Magicforce • Chicago, IL, Illinois, USA
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Usability Engineer to join our UX team. This role requires a strong foundation in human factors engineering, usability testing (formative and summative), FMEA, and UX design. The ideal candidate will be hands-on with tools like Figma, capable of leading design efforts, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders, and driving user-centred design decisions through data analysis and documentation

Skills : -

Mandatory skills

  • 5+ years of experience in usability engineering or UX design.
  • Proven experience with FMEA , formative / summative testing , and use analysis .
  • Proficiency in Figma and other design / research tools.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
  • Experience working in regulated industries (e.g., healthcare, medical devices) is a plus.

Nice to Have

  • Familiarity with FDA Human Factors guidance or IEC 62366.
  • Experience with statistical analysis tools for usability data.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment

    • Responsibilities :

  • Usability Testing & Evaluation : Plan, conduct, and analyse formative and summative usability tests .
  • Develop test protocols, recruit participants, and synthesise findings into actionable insights.
  • Perform Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to identify and mitigate usability risks.
  • UX Design & Prototyping : Create wire frames, mock ups, and interactive prototypes using Figma .
  • Collaborate with designers and developers to ensure design feasibility and alignment with user needs.
  • Lead design reviews and provide mentorship to junior designers.
  • Research & Analysis : Conduct use analysis and generate comprehensive Use Analysis Reports
  • Analyse qualitative and quantitative data to inform design decisions.
  • Translate user needs and business requirements into intuitive design solutions.
  • Documentation & Compliance : Maintain detailed documentation of usability activities, findings, and design iterations.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant standards and guidelines (e.g., FDA, ISO, IEC for medical devices if applicable).
  • Stakeholder Engagement : Act as a key point of contact for UX-related discussions with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Present findings, recommendations, and design concepts clearly and persuasively.
  • Ownership & Leadership : Take full ownership of usability deliverables across projects.
  • Lead cross-functional design efforts and ensure timely delivery of high-quality outputs.
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