Careers · Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists · New Jersey
Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists in New Jersey
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 New Jersey the median pay is $103,840 a year, 1% above the national median of $102,440.
$103,840median pay in New Jersey, per year
$90,480–$130,260middle half earn
6,870employed in New Jersey
$102,440U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in New Jersey
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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 New Jersey
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
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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, New Jersey, annual.