Human Factors Engineer - Remediation Focus

Job Description Summary

Job Description

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BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

Summary

The HF / UX (Human Factors / User Experience) Team within the Medication Delivery Solutions (MDS) business unit is seeking a DVal / Human Factors Engineer to lead and execute remediation-focused activities for legacy product families. This individual contributor role will be responsible for applying evidence-based human factors principles to reduce use-related risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and support product safety and effectiveness.

This is a remote role within the continuous United States.

About MDS

At Medication Delivery Solutions, we are committed to enhancing patient and clinical outcomes by transforming parenteral medication preparation and administration. We focus on :

Eliminating complications

Reducing cost

Improving safety for patients and providers

Enabling access to better care around the world

Our products are used in hospitals, outpatient centers, clinics, and public health agencies, with over 15 billion units delivered annually.

Primary Responsibilities – DVal& Human Factors Remediation

Lead and execute all facets of  Design Validation & human factors remediation  for legacy product families, including planning, documentation, and testing.

Develop & execute global Design Validation & Human Factors strategies for successful submission in concert with Regulatory Affairs.

Conduct  gap analyses  of existing DVal / HF documentation and identify areas requiring remediation to meet current regulatory expectations.

Lead  Design Validation  activities, including  Summative HF Validation Testing , in collaboration with V&V teams.

Evaluate  use errors  and develop  use-related risk analysis (URRA)  and mitigation strategies in partnership with Medical & Regulatory Affairs.

Collaborate with  Regulatory Affairs  and Systems Engineering to ensure HF validation activities are thorough, risk-retiring, and aligned with global regulatory requirements.

Update and maintain  risk documentation and User Needs , to ensure traceability.

Ability to lead and manage cross-functional teams to ensure remediation strategies are appropriately scaled and integrated into program timelines.

Prepare and submit HF documentation for regulatory filings, audits, and inspections.

Secondary Responsibilities – Broader HF / UX Support

While the primary focus is remediation, the engineer may also support broader HF / UX activities as needed :

Provide HF and usability support to R&D teams throughout the product lifecycle.

Experience with Discovery and early-stage product development research to drive design decision

Conduct formative evaluations ( e.g., heuristic reviews, simulated use studies) to inform design improvements.

Plan, lead and execute summative studies

Translate HF findings / data into actionable design inputs, user needs, and risk mitigations.

Support training and education efforts to promote human-centered design across the organization.

Mentor junior engineers and participate in internal reviews and workshops.

Required Skills & Experience

Proven experience leading  human factors remediation  efforts in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry.

Deep expertise in  design validation ,  summative usability testing , and  risk documentation .

Strong understanding of  global regulatory HF requirements  (e.g., FDA, IEC 62366-1, EU MDR).

Ability to independently and autonomously lead, manage and coordinate HF activities across internal teams and external contractors.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings to diverse audiences.

Strong creative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% based on business needs.

Minimum 10+ years of experience in human factors engineering within regulated healthcare environments.

Deep knowledge of User Needs development and primary research

Complete understanding of medical device Design Controls process

Preferred Qualifications

15+ yr experience in Human Factors within the Medica Devices or similar space.

Experience with  combination products ,  software interfaces , and  hardware systems .

Familiarity with  post-market surveillance  and  clinical evidence generation  related to usability.

Deep understanding of the  end-to-end product development process .

Innovation framework experience

Internal and external audit experience

Functional / cross-functional team management experience

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and / or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

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Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Primary Work Location

USA UT - Salt Lake City

Additional Locations

USA CA - San Diego (IDS), USA NJ - Franklin Lakes

Work Shift

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Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and any step rate pay system of the actual work location, as applicable to the role or position. Salary or hourly pay ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles.

Salary Range Information

$143,900.00 - $237,600.00 USD Annual