Sr. Human Factors Engineer

Baxter International Inc.•Bellevue, WA

2d•$96,000 - $132,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Baxter is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Human Factors Engineer to join the Front Line Care R&D team, where you will collaborate with global product development and advanced technology partners to analyze, design, and refine systems, products, and user interfaces that enhance human performance and safety.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree + 3+ years in Human Factors, Ergonomics, HCI, Biomedical Engineering, Psychology, or related fields.
Able to prioritize multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment.
Effective verbal/written skills and comfort working across diverse, multi‑functional groups.
Comfortable interacting directly with medical professionals in clinical settings.
Familiarity with FDA guidance, IEC 62366, IEC 60601‑1‑6, AAMI HE75, ISO 14971.
Skilled in planning and executing usability studies and user research.
Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

SAP and continuous‑improvement experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Apply HF standards and regulatory guidance throughout Baxter’s product development lifecycle.
Maintain alignment with medical device and software regulations while monitoring emerging HF trends.
Develop user needs, claims, and critical tasks to shape product requirements.
Create and maintain HF plans, protocols, and reports across program phases.
Plan and execute formative/summative studies and user‑centered design activities to mitigate use‑related risks.
Mentor team members, track project progress, and lead cross‑functional HF discussions and presentations.
Balance needs across Engineering, Marketing, Regulatory, Clinical, PM, and Design Assurance to ensure cohesive HF integration.

Benefits

medical and dental coverage that start on day one
insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching
Flexible Spending Accounts
educational assistance programs
paid holidays
paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service
family and medical leaves of absence
paid parental leave
commuting benefits
Employee Discount Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
childcare benefits