Equipment Risk & Loss Prevention Research Lead

FM; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Pension plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work

Job summary

FM is seeking a senior leader to head the Research Group in loss prevention and facilities management. You will guide technical programs, develop innovative approaches, and coordinate cross-functional teams across Operations, Engineering and Underwriting to deliver risk-based solutions for policyholders.

The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on research, requiring a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and proven capability to manage projects, budgets, and staff while advancing FM's

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with 7+ years of related experience.
• Engineering research with recognized industry impact or publication.
• Experience with experiments, measurements, and computational tools.
• Research in power-generation equipment and dynamic electrical systems.
• Leadership in supervising staff and managing projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead a research group focused on loss prevention and facilities management.
• Provide technical leadership and cross-functional collaboration across operations, engineering and underwriting.
• Develop and transfer state-of-the-art hazard assessments and risk solutions.
• Manage group planning, budget and staffing to meet objectives.
• Champion innovative approaches including AI tooling within the group.
• Maintain international leadership and credibility in loss prevention research.
• Serve as an expert resource for clients and external stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Research leadership

AI tool usage

Risk assessment

Communication

Education

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering

M.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Experimentation tools

Measurements tools

Computational tools

Job description

FM is seeking a senior leader to head the Research Group in loss prevention and facilities management. You will guide technical programs, develop innovative approaches, and coordinate cross-functional teams across Operations, Engineering and Underwriting to deliver risk-based solutions for policyholders.

The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on research, requiring a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and proven capability to manage projects, budgets, and staff while advancing FM's