Associate Director - Human Factors - Secretariat : Job Details

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Secretariat professionals are trusted in the highest-stakes legal, risk, and regulatory matters worldwide.

When you join Secretariat, you become part of a rapidly growing elite team of bright minds and passionate problem-solvers. Your skills and expertise will be utilized from day one, working with renowned law firms, leading corporations, and influential institutions to address complex questions shaping critical financial, economic, and strategic decisions.

Our globally integrated teams are united by ambition, energy, and commitment. We foster an open, collaborative culture that emphasizes ongoing professional development, recognition, diversity, and your growth.

As part of our expanding Global Engineering and Scientific consulting team, you will tackle complex engineering challenges, analyzing failures across various industries, with a focus on large industrial facilities like power plants, Oil & Gas, chemical plants, and construction. Work also spans automotive, consumer products, electronics, and medical devices.

Our Human Factors group applies principles of human behavior, abilities, and limitations to ensure systems and projects are safe, efficient, and user-friendly.

Secretariat leverages diverse technical expertise and industry knowledge to provide clients with world-class solutions that enhance performance and safety.

Secretariat is an international expert services firm with over 500 professionals across 20+ cities. Ranked #1 in GAR 100's Expert Witness Firms' Power Index, with over 90% of experts recognized as leaders in their fields.

• Conduct hands-on failure analysis investigations
• Plan and execute laboratory tests
• Perform field inspections
• Communicate with clients and counsel
• Assist in preparing critique reports and technical reports
• Develop positive relationships with colleagues, peers, and clients
• Prepare for and attend hearings, trials, and mediations
• Manage multiple engagement requirements

• Master's or PhD in Experimental, Industrial, or Cognitive Psychology, Industrial Engineering + 5 years of Human Factors experience
• Or related field + 10+ years of Human Factors experience
• Certified Human Factors Professional or User Experience Professional preferred
• Experience in forensic field, experimental design, safety consulting, statistical analysis, or evidence examination
• Knowledge of regulations, standards, scientific literature on human performance and safety
• Experience in human factors research, testing, design, and evaluation of warnings and safety info
• Strong report writing skills and ability to communicate technical information effectively
• Ability to work in teams, manage projects, and prioritize tasks
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, listening, verbal, and written skills
• Leadership desire and ability to travel as needed

The salary range is $150,000 to $200,000, depending on experience, location, and qualifications.

Secretariat is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Business Development and Sales
• Industries: Business Consulting and Services