Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists

Key skills

A typical day

• •Collect data through direct observation of work activities or witnessing the conduct of tests.
• •Conduct interviews or surveys of users or customers to collect information on topics, such as requirements, needs, fatigue, ergonomics, or interfaces.
• •Advocate for end users in collaboration with other professionals, including engineers, designers, managers, or customers.
• •Inspect work sites to identify physical hazards.
• •Prepare reports or presentations summarizing results or conclusions of human factors engineering or ergonomics activities, such as testing, investigation, or validation.

Fields of study

Any field