Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists

Core tasks

1. 01Collect data through direct observation of work activities or witnessing the conduct of tests.
2. 02Conduct interviews or surveys of users or customers to collect information on topics, such as requirements, needs, fatigue, ergonomics, or interfaces.
3. 03Advocate for end users in collaboration with other professionals, including engineers, designers, managers, or customers.
4. 04Inspect work sites to identify physical hazards.
5. 05Prepare reports or presentations summarizing results or conclusions of human factors engineering or ergonomics activities, such as testing, investigation, or validation.
6. 06Recommend workplace changes to improve health and safety, using knowledge of potentially harmful factors, such as heavy loads or repetitive motions.

Model drivers (O*NET 1–5)

• Repeating same tasks2.70
• Degree of automation1.74
• Time sitting3.55
• Originality (ability)3.62
• Conflict situations2.53
• Hands-on objects/tools2.25
• Outdoors / weather2.26
• Disease exposure1.32
• Decision freedom4.60

Top abilities

• Written Expression4.00
• Written Comprehension4.00
• Oral Expression4.00
• Oral Comprehension4.00
• Inductive Reasoning4.00
• Deductive Reasoning4.00
• Problem Sensitivity3.88
• Information Ordering3.88

Essential skills

• Reading Comprehension4.00
• Active Listening4.00
• Writing4.00
• Speaking4.00
• Mathematics3.50
• Science3.25
• Critical Thinking4.00
• Active Learning3.75
• Learning Strategies3.25
• Monitoring3.50