Human-Centered Design Engineer

Job Summary

To bridge the gap between user needs and technical execution, the contracted Human-Centered Design Engineer will lead qualitative research, create interactive prototypes, and conduct usability tests to enhance the usability of products in a remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct user research through interviews, observations, and surveys to identify needs and usability pain points
• Translate research findings into personas, journey maps, and service blueprints to inform product development
• Facilitate design workshops and create wireframes and prototypes using tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human-Centered Design, Human-Factors Engineering, Interaction Design, Cognitive Psychology, or a related field
• 3 to 6+ years of professional experience in HCD, UX design, or user research, preferably in regulated industries
• Proficiency in prototyping software and qualitative research methodologies
• Working knowledge of Section 508 and WCAG standards
• A portfolio demonstrating end-to-end research, synthesis, and prototyping with measurable impact