Human Factors Engineer Co-op

Job Description

About the Job: Human Factors Engineer Co-op at Abiomed, part of Johnson & Johnson MedTech

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At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Details

• Job Function: Career Programs
• Job Sub Function: Non-LDP Intern/Co-Op
• Job Category: Career Program
• Location: Danvers, Massachusetts, United States of America

About Abiomed, part of Johnson & Johnson MedTech

Abiomed, part of Johnson & Johnson MedTech, is a leading provider of medical devices that provide circulatory and respiratory support, with a mission of recovering hearts & saving lives. Abiomed’s “Patients First!” culture drives our skilled workforce and strong relationships with clinicians. Our innovative product portfolio and robust pipeline provide us the incredible opportunity to bring lifesaving technology to more patients around the world than ever before. Founded in 1981, Abiomed has a proven track record for growth, integrity and innovation.

Our Values: Patients First | Innovation | Winning Culture | Heart Recovery

Position Summary: Human Factors Engineer Co-op

Our Human Factors Engineers and Designers are focused on rapidly developing next generation products for heart failure by placing our users at the center of our design process.

• We design solutions that balance the needs of various users; surgeons, hospital staff, patients and caregivers.
• Our team works across all Abiomed platforms striving for best practice usability and true human centered design.

Key Responsibilities

The Human Factors Engineer Co-op will:

• Support HF/Usability strategy across the product lifecycle – from concept to post-market – through hands-on usability activities.
• Learn user needs and use environments through direct user interaction and research; contribute to evaluations that influence product and business decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, share the voice of the customer, and help guide human-centered design decisions.
• Work closely with product development teams to run usability studies, document findings, and seek mentorship to grow in Human Factors and medical device development.

Requirements

• Education: BS/BA in Human Factors Engineering, Usability, Cognitive Science, Anthropology, or a related field; MS is a plus.
• Preferred Experience:
  • Experience in HF/usability engineering, use-case testing, or product development.
  • Knowledge of ethnographic research, formative/summative testing, and design control documentation.
  • Understanding of HF principles, task analysis, and use-related risk assessment.
  • Familiarity with UX/UI concepts, human perception, cognition, and workload analysis is a plus.
  • Basic knowledge of anthropometrics, biomechanics, and physiology preferred.
  • Ability to turn user feedback into clear, actionable insights.
  • Experience investigating use-related issues and performing root-cause analysis preferred.
  • Familiarity with FDA, ISO, AAMI, and other relevant usability standards preferred.
• Work Authorization: Permanently authorized to work in the U.S., must not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future. Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually require future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long-term status that does not require company sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer & Accommodations

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers. Internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Pay Range & Benefits

The anticipated base pay range for this position is: $23.00/hr to $51.50/hr

The expected pay range for this position will be based on the candidate’s program year, discipline, degree, and/or experience. Co-Ops/Interns are eligible to participate in Company sponsored employee medical benefits in accordance with the terms of the plan. Co-Ops and Interns are eligible for the following sick time benefits: up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington, up to 56 hours per calendar year. Co-Ops and Interns are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension). For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

This job posting is anticipated to close on December 18, 2026. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on https://www.careers.jnj.com to accept additional applications.