Senior Risk Engineer - Power & Renewables

-; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking insurance company as a Senior Risk Engineer, where you will apply your technical expertise to support underwriting decisions in the Power & Renewables sector. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with internal stakeholders, enhance risk appraisal tools, and contribute to strategic developments. You will engage with clients and industry professionals, providing valuable insights and support for claims management. If you're passionate about making a difference and advancing your career in a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field required.
• Deep knowledge of loss causes in the Power & Renewables sector.

Responsibilities

• Review technical underwriting information to support underwriting decisions.
• Enhance tools for risk appraisal and support claims management.
• Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to integrate risk insights.

Skills

Technical Underwriting

Risk Assessment

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Networking

Education

Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Job description

INTL Senior Risk Engineer - KR07YY

We're committed to making a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes beyond just coverages and policies. Working here offers opportunities to achieve your goals and to help others succeed. Join our team as we shape the future.

This role involves applying industry knowledge and technical expertise to collaborate with internal Power & Renewables stakeholders, supporting evidence-based underwriting decisions, and contributing to The Hartford's mission to underwrite human achievement and support the Transition.

The position reports directly to the Chief Risk Engineer, Marine & Energy International, with daily operational activities under the guidance of Power & Renewables Underwriters.

The role involves close cooperation with London-based Underwriting and Claims teams and regular liaison with Risk Engineering specialists in the USA.

Job Responsibilities & Competencies

• Review and assess technical underwriting information from brokers and clients to inform Power & Renewables underwriters, primarily for Property Damage (Operational & Construction) and BI/DSU, with potential coverage for Liability and Cyber.
• Enhance tools for risk appraisal, including exposure quantification and risk quality assessment.
• Support the Chief Risk Engineer in technology development, emerging risks analysis, and strategic development of the Risk Engineering function.
• Assist Claims professionals during claims management and support internal Lessons Learned processes.
• Utilize internal and third-party data to improve understanding of sector risks and causes of loss.
• Participate in client facility visits, contribute to market survey reports, and provide risk management services when appropriate.
• Share knowledge with Hartford Risk Engineering colleagues across units.
• Collaborate with actuaries, claims staff, data analysts, IT, and risk management teams to integrate risk insights into decision-making processes.
• Engage in industry committees, conferences, and publish articles related to risk and insurance in Power & Renewables.
• Support colleagues' professional development through knowledge sharing and coaching.
• Pursue ongoing professional development through training, education, and professional memberships.

Qualifications & Capabilities

• Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Understanding of general insurance principles.
• Deep knowledge of loss causes in the Power & Renewables sector.
• Willingness to expand knowledge in technical, reliability, operational safety, and insurance issues.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with clients and internal teams.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Team-oriented with the ability to work independently.
• Networking skills and flexibility for overseas and UK client surveys.
• High-level analytical and problem-solving skills.