Roles · Manufacturing

AI cognitive engineer

Collects data through observation and interviews to analyse human behaviour and performance regarding technology use.

Vikram Lin“I analyse human behaviour and performance regarding technology use.”An example character, not a real person.
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Cognitive engineer · What it does

Three tasks it takes off your hands

  1. Collect data through direct observation of work activities or witnessing the conduct of tests.
  2. Conduct interviews or surveys of users or customers to collect information on topics.
  3. Advocate for end users in collaboration with other professionals.
Where these come from

The tasks of “Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists” (O*NET 17-2112.01), as O*NET lists them:

  • Collect data through direct observation of work activities or witnessing the conduct of tests.
  • Conduct interviews or surveys of users or customers to collect information on topics, such as requirements, needs, fatigue, ergonomics, or interfaces.
  • Advocate for end users in collaboration with other professionals, including engineers, designers, managers, or customers.

Cognitive engineer · Tools and industries

It works in the tools you already use

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Adobe Creative Cloud software
  • Adobe Illustrator

Industries it fits

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Role facts from O*NET 31.0 Database (U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA), CC BY 4.0), written in our words. Sources and credits