Careers · Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists · Illinois
Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists in Illinois
Human factors engineers and ergonomists design products, workplaces, and systems with human needs in mind. They study how people interact with technology and environments to improve safety, efficiency, and comfort In Illinois the median pay is $100,540 a year, 2% below the national median of $102,440.
$100,540median pay in Illinois, per year
$81,710–$125,210middle half earn
18,640employed in Illinois
$102,440U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in Illinois
3open roles like this on employer career sites, 0 in Illinois or remote
2employers hiring
3posted in the last 7 days
What it takes
Preparation: Extensive preparation (graduate degree and/or many years of experience). Most hold a bachelor’s degree.
Skills that matter most
Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningWritingSpeakingCritical ThinkingComplex Problem SolvingActive LearningJudgment and Decision Making
Knowledge areas
PsychologyEnglish LanguageDesignEngineering and TechnologyEducation and TrainingMathematics (knowledge)
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists.
Licenses and training in Illinois
Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists pay in other states
Alaska · $156,510Washington · $129,050Oregon · $128,290New Mexico · $128,090California · $124,600Hawaii · $123,800Louisiana · $122,920Wyoming · $122,070Delaware · $120,190Maryland · $119,930
Related occupations
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Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against human factors engineers and ergonomists and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
Four short assessments and your background, scored against human factors engineers and ergonomists and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
O*NET-SOC 17-2112.01. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Illinois, annual.