UX Researcher With FMEA Exp.

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.