Location: Fresno, CA
Relocation assistance provided.

The Human Factors Engineer will be responsible for ensuring
all products be optimally designed for the needs of the end-
user. This will be achieved through detailed user analysis for
specific designs, broad investigations that underpin existing
and future designs and the education of the product
development team. In addition, the position will be responsible
for instituting a Human Factors design philosophy and
methodology within the product development organization
(functionally defined as R&D Engineering, Product
Management and Operations) that will ultimately yield
innovative and high value products.  This position will also
provide technical and development support for the Custom
Seating business.


PRINCIPAL JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

● Provide leadership and direction on product development
teams (for both mobility and seating products) as it pertains to
the usability, ergonomics and optimization of the product for
the end-user.

● Lead development projects that enhance the product
development organization’s core understanding of optimal
design for the mobility products user.

● Develop systems, tools and methodologies that
institutionalize the on-going practice of Human Factors
Engineering within the product development organization.

●  Work closely with the commercial team to bridge market
knowledge and broad product requirements with the specific
needs of the end-user.

● Provide education and training for the product development
team with respect to Human Factors Engineering and any
findings associated with specific projects or broader
development projects.

● Responsible as the lead technical support for the custom
seating group, designing new products and support for
existing products.


REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

Primary
· B.S. in Engineering (Mechanical or Human Factors)
·  Advanced degree in Human Factors Engineering or          
Clinical/Rehabilitation Engineering

· Minimum of 5 years practicing as either a Human Factors
Engineer or Clinical Engineer

·  Self-motivated; identifies what needs to be done and takes
action

· Ability to provide quantifiable data supporting specific
designs or requirements

·  Demonstrated experience in working with end-users

Secondary
· Demonstrated capability in product design and development

· Demonstrated ability with problem solving

· Ability to read and understand engineering drawings,
tolerances, and technical specifications

Contact:
Brandi Duncan
HR Business Partner
Sunrise Medical
6899 Winchester Circle, Ste. 200
303-218-4597
Brandi.Duncan@sunmed.com