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Physical Controls Human Factors Engineer

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Physical Controls Human Factors Engineer

Posted 30 January 2026
Salary Up to £27.21 per hour
LocationWarwick
Job type Contract
Discipline Body & Chassis
Reference84519_1769772941

Job description

Order Ref: 36255145

Position Title: Physical Controls Human Factors Engineer

Location: Gaydon

Position Type: Contract

Inside IR35

Salary: £27.21 per hour umbrella inside IR35

I am currently recruiting on behalf of a Luxury Automotive OEM based in Gaydon who are seeking a Physical Controls Human Factors Engineer to join their team on a long term rolling contract

40 hours per week

Inside IR35

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the development, cascading and ownership of Human Factors requirements for User Controls, including updates as appropriate.
  • Support the analysis of quality data relating to User Controls and use it to support requirement development and issue resolution
  • Assist with the Human Factors input into the development of new physical user interfaces, ensuring Human Factors requirements are met.
  • Support the timely completion of Human Factors assessments (such as Human Error, Workload).
  • Completion of requirement testing, and report writing.
  • Support the resolution of issues with stakeholders.
  • Support competitor benchmarking as well as attribute futuring
  • Collaboration with UX Designers and Product Owners to integrate user controls into the wider vehicle user experience

Required Skills & Experience

  • Knowledge of ergonomics, human factors and user interface design.
  • A basic understanding of the scientific theories and principles that relate to user interface design.
  • Ability to communicate concepts and issues clearly.
  • Ability to analyse data.
  • Relevant degree in Human Factors, Ergonomics, Product Design or equivalent experience preferred

Why work through Contechs?

Contechs is a leading Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology and Innovation Recruitment Consultancy. Founded in 1997, with an inhouse Contractor Care Team to support all external employees, acts as an employment agency for permanent and contract recruitment.

How to Apply

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IF APPLICABLE (UK AND B2B ROLES)

*Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU.*