Human Factors Engineer II

About the role

The Human Factors Engineering Engineer II is responsible for developing and implementing Human Factors Engineering (HFE) activities in support of SMR-300 plant design, development, and licensing. This role derives and maintains HFE requirements, performs task analysis and human error analysis, evaluates Human-System Interfaces (HSIs), supports safety and licensing activities, and helps ensure that HFE requirements are integrated across plant systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Human Factors Engineering (HFE) activities in support of new nuclear plant design, development, and licensing
• Derive, manage, and maintain HFE requirements in alignment with applicable nuclear regulatory guidance and industry standards
• Conduct task analysis and human error analysis to support safety and licensing activities, staffing strategies, identification and evaluation of Important Human Actions (IHAs), and human-system integration
• Support the design and review of Human-System Interfaces (HSIs), including control rooms, digital systems, local control stations, and panels
• Participate in multidisciplinary design and maintenance reviews to ensure HFE requirements, including maintainability and lifecycle considerations, are effectively integrated across plant systems
• Plan and execute HFE Verification and Validation (V&V), including Integrated System Validation (ISV)
• Prepare HFE assessments and licensing documentation to demonstrate regulatory compliance
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and present technical findings to internal stakeholders and nuclear regulators
• Provide technical guidance and constructive feedback to junior engineers and support review of engineering work products

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Factors Engineering, Ergonomics, or a related engineering, psychology, or human-centered design discipline from an ABET-accredited college or university
• 5-7 years of relevant Human Factors Engineering experience in nuclear or other regulated safety-critical industries (e.g., aerospace, defense)
• Demonstrated experience performing task analysis, human error analysis, human reliability assessment, and Human-System Interface (HSI) evaluations for complex engineered systems
• Working knowledge of Human Factors regulatory guidance and applicable industry standards
• Experience supporting safety analysis activities, including collaboration with Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA) and evaluation of Important Human Actions (IHAs)
• Develops comprehensive HFE technical reports, assessments, and licensing documentation with minimal oversight
• Communicates effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams, clients, and project stakeholders
• Exercises sound engineering judgment, balancing technical rigor with project scope, schedule, and regulatory expectations
• Independently plans and executes assigned Human Factors Engineering analyses, evaluations, and work packages with limited technical oversight
• Provides technical guidance and constructive feedback to junior engineers and supports review of engineering work products
• Eligible to work under 10 CFR Part 810

Preferred qualifications

• Master’s degree in Human Factors Engineering, Ergonomics, or related human-centered discipline preferred
• Demonstrated experience applying HFE methods in nuclear or other regulated safety-critical industries
• Experience contributing to or leading elements of an HFE program aligned with NRC guidance (e.g., NUREG-0711, NUREG-0700)
• Experience supporting control room design, digital HSI development, plant layout, or maintainability evaluations
• Experience supporting Verification and Validation (V&V), including participation in Integrated System Validation (ISV)
• Practical involvement in licensing activities, regulatory interactions, or responses to regulatory inquiries
• Familiarity with applicable nuclear and industry standards and guidance (e.g., NRC, IEEE, ISO, EPRI, IAEA)
• Experience mentoring junior engineers and contributing to continuous improvement of HFE processes and methodologies

Benefits

• Industry‑leading medical, dental, and vision coverage with a generous employer premium contribution and Day 1 eligibility!
• FLEX Program – Hybrid work opportunities available for eligible roles, where business needs and role requirements allow
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 5% company match and immediate vesting to support long‑term financial security
• Paid time off and 11 paid holidays to support rest, balance, and recharge
• Wellness program offering rewards for participation in company‑supported health initiatives
• Commuter benefits supporting mass transit and commuter parking options
• Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance for added peace of mind
• Education assistance to support continued education and professional growth
• Employee support and voluntary benefits, including an Employee Assistance Program and optional coverage such as disability, legal, identity theft, and insurance programs