Staff Engineering Specialist

Job Description FM is a leading property insurer of the worlds largest businesses, providing more than one-third of FORTUNE 1000-size companies with engineering-based risk management and property insurance solutions. FM helps clients maintain continuity in their business operations by drawing upon state-of-the-art loss-prevention engineering and research; risk management skills and support services; tailored risk transfer capabilities; and superior financial strength. To achieve this goal, we rely on a dynamic, culturally diverse group of employees working in over 100 countries across various challenging roles. About the Role We are seeking an experienced engineer to join our Specialty Industries team as a subject matter expert and technical representative. This person will develop and propose innovative solutions to complex hazards or engineering challenges. Key Responsibilities Innovative Hazard Solutions: Develop and propose solutions to complex hazards and engineering challenges, focusing on emerging technologies such as photovoltaics and/or battery energy storage systems. Knowledge Dissemination: Ensure full understanding of engineering solutions, policies, and procedures within the engineering/underwriting and customer communities. Efficiency and Effectiveness: Identify challenges and opportunities impacting engineering/underwriting effectiveness and efficiency and contribute to developing responsive strategies. Technical Guidance: Provide creative, flexible, and reliable technical/procedural guidance within areas of expertise. Leadership in Development: Contribute to and often lead the development of improved understanding of hazards and propose new solutions, procedures, systems, or products. Task Force Leadership: Lead task forces charged with solving specific technical, procedural, or product development problems or challenges. Corporate Representation: Ensure FM is represented both internally and externally, such as attending and presenting technical papers at industry conferences, participating on committees, code setting, and other industry organizations that benefit our ability to understand our clients risks. Troubleshooting and Problem Solving: Act as a troubleshooter, problem solver, and catalyst within areas of defined responsibility, resulting in more effective, efficient, and responsive engineering/underwriting. Collaboration: Support FM Approvals, research and technical standards development, and provide technical support to operations engineering and claims. Requirements Advanced degree in Engineering or related field 5+ years relatable high hazard engineering experience Extensive experience in hazard identification and risk management with a focus on Fire and Natural Hazards for the targeted industries Proven track record of developing innovative engineering solutions Strong leadership and project management skills Robust technical writing and editing expertise Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Open to travel domestically and globally What We Offer The position offers a comprehensive Total Rewards program, including an incentive plan, generous health and well-being programs, a 401(k) and pension plan, career development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, flexible work, paid time off allowances and much more. FM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce.

Created: 2025-02-23