Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists

Applying philosophy, principles, and facts addressing the link between humans and appropriate technology, designers create things, facilities, and settings with the goal of maximizing human well-being and overall system performance.

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Design objects, facilities, and environments to optimize human well-being and overall system performance, applying theory, principles, and data regarding the relationship between humans and respective technology. Investigate and analyze characteristics of human behavior and performance as it relates to the use of technology.
Leadership
HIGH
Critical decision making
HIGH
Level of responsibilities
HIGH
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
HIGH
Dealing and handling conflict
LOW
Competition for this position
MED
Communication with others
HIGH
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
HIGH
Comfort of the work setting
HIGH
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
LOW
Exposure to job hazards
LOW
Physical demands
LOW
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Characteristics

Leadership
Communication with others
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
Critical decision making
Comfort of the work setting
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
Exposure to job hazards
Physical demands
Dealing and handling conflicts
Level of responsibilities
Competition for this position

Activities

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