ergonomist

Ergonomists analyse the design of equipment, furniture, and systems in order to improve it toward safer, healthier, and more efficient ones. They strive to improve the interaction of people with equipment and the environment.

Alternative Labels

ergonomists

ergonomic scientist

ergonomic analyst

ergonomist

ergonomic researcher

ergonomic research analyst

ergonomic science researcher

ergonomic research scientist

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

conduct research on trends in design use CAD software determine suitability of materials analyse ergonomics in different workplaces draft design specifications consult with design team follow a brief identify customer's needs draw design sketches

Essential Knowledge

Optional Skills and Competences

build a product's physical model adapt existing designs to changed circumstances teach ergonomics in work place adapt to new design materials use technical drawing software design prototypes apply 3D imaging techniques write manuals prepare production prototypes create a product's virtual model gather feedback from employees assess ergonomics of the workplace

Optional Knowledge

aesthetics manufacturing processes 3D modelling engineering principles industrial design engineering processes occupational physiology

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/1d75ea5a-f902-4b47-8d63-5c6d2a5c0bb5

Status

released

Occupations

ergonomist

Description

Skills & Competences

Concept URI