Principal Human Factors Engineer

February 28, 2026

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<div class="container-3Gm1a">Additional Location(s): N/ADiversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High PerformanceAt Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions. About the role:Boston Scientific is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Principal Human Factors Engineer to apply HFE principles to complex products throughout the development lifecycle. The successful candidate will utilize a variety of new and proven technologies to deliver life-changing medical devices to patients and clinicians in support of the Interventional Cardiology division. Be a part of one of Boston Scientific’s most product-diverse divisions, supporting R&D in the design of exciting new products and business development activities. These products adhere to industry standards and include computing devices, single-use devices, and support devices. Your responsibilities will include:<ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Understanding the clinical domain and technical knowledge of the system/device to be evaluated.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Leading Task Analysis activities.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Contributing to cross-functional discussions on Use Error Analysis.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Participating in cross-functional discussions to develop a Use Specification.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Contribute to the project’s Usability Engineering plan.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Design and coordinate internal personnel for Subject Matter Expert (SME) review of concepts at varying levels of fidelity.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Lead, Moderate, Analyze Data, and report out on any Formative/Summative.</li></ul>Studies performed:<ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Studies will be performed in person and travel will be required.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Analyzing the data from formative studies and writing the report.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Planning Formative and Summative Usability Studies based on results from SME Reviews.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Working with the Study Coordinator when recruiting Health Care Professionals for testing.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Authoring the Human Factors/Usability Engineering Summary Report.</li></ul> Required qualifications:<ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">BS in Human Factors Engineering or a related field.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">8+ years of experience with medical device quality systems and developing Class II or Class III medical devices.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities in integration of human factors throughout the systems engineering lifecycle.</li></ul>8+ years of experience in Human Systems Integration or Human Factors Engineering performing the following:<ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Writing Usability Engineering Plans.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Task Analysis & Use Error Analysis.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Requirements development.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Authoring usability protocols, screeners, and moderator guides.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Study execution (formative and summative), including moderation, data collection, and simulated use testing.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Ability to analyze data and write reports.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Anchoring findings and recommendations in consensus national and international standards for usability and human-centered design.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Risk assessment and trade-off analyses in all phases of the systems engineering lifecycle.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Writing up Human Factors/Usability Engineering Summary Reports for FDA submission.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Travel to the MN facility will be required.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">US & International travel will be required for study execution.</li></ul> Preferred qualifications:<ul style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-top: 0px;"><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Master of Science Degree in Human Factors Engineering or a related field.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Strong verbal and written communication skills.</li><li style="margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px;">Board Certification in Human Factors (i.e., via Oxford Research Institute or Board of Certification in Professional Ergonomics).</li></ul> Requisition ID: 625198Minimum Salary: $97000 Maximum Salary: $184300 The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see <a href="http://www.bscbenefitsconnect.com">www.bscbenefitsconnect.com—</a>will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above. Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements). Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements). For MA positions: It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Boston Scientific transforms lives through innovative medical technologies that improve the health of patients around the world. As a global medical technology leader for more than 45 years, we advance science for life by providing a broad range of high-performance solutions that address unmet patient needs and reduce the cost of healthcare. Our portfolio of devices and therapies helps physicians diagnose and treat complex cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, oncological, neurological and urological diseases and conditions. Learn more at <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4007299-1&h=2437349916&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bostonscientific.com%2F&a=www.bostonscientific.com">www.bostonscientific.com</a> and follow us on <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/boston-scientific/">LinkedIn</a>. Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class. Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.</div>

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