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How many Human Factors Specialist jobs are available on Pertemps?

There are 15 Human Factors Specialist jobs available on Pertemps right now.

What does a Human Factors Specialist do?

Tasks required include:

• Researches into problem areas to advance basic knowledge, evaluate new theories and techniques and to solve specific problems.
• Establishes principles and techniques to improve the quality, durability and performance of materials such as textiles, glass, rubber, plastics, ceramics, metals and alloys.
• Designs new systems and equipment with regard to cost, market requirements and feasibility of manufacture.
• Devises and implements control systems to monitor operational efficiency and performance of system and materials.
• Prepares sketches, drawings and specifications showing materials to be used, construction and finishing methods and other details.
• Examines and advises on patent applications.
• Provides technical consultancy services.

What are the entry requirements for a Human Factors Specialist?

Chartered engineers possess an accredited university degree. After qualifying, periods of appropriate training and experience are required before membership of a chartered engineering institution is attainable. Incorporated engineers possess an accredited university degree, BTEC/SQA award or an apprenticeship leading to an NVQ/SVQ at Level 4. All routes are followed by periods of appropriate training and relevant experience.