Property Loss Control Engineer / Consultant

Harrington Group, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrington Group, Inc. is seeking a Property Loss Control Engineer or Consultant to join our remote, U.S.-based team.

You will evaluate insurer reports and Loss Expectancies, advise on risk-reduction strategies, and develop design specifications for fire protection systems for industrial facilities. You will conduct site surveys, fire hazard analyses, and water supply evaluations, while collaborating with senior PLC engineers and mentors to grow your expertise and take on greater

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering (Fire Protection, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Chemical, etc.).
• 3+ years of relevant experience in PLC engineering or related fields with industrial property insurance underwriters, unbundled property loss control services, or insurance brokerage serving HPR clients preferred.
• P.E. license or EIT status preferred; those with a P.E. license take the title Property Loss Control Engineer; others take Property Loss Control Consultant.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain trusted relationships with client personnel through consistent, reliable service.
• Manage client communications, priorities, and expectations for assigned engagements.
• Evaluate insurer property loss control reports, recommendations, and Loss Expectancies for clients.
• Advise on recommendation priority based on frequency, severity, and ROI.
• Present alternative risk-reduction solutions with anticipated costs informed by risk tolerance.

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering

3+ years of relevant experience

P.E. license or EIT status preferred

Job description

Property Loss Control Engineer / Consultant

Remote (U.S. Based) Full Time

HGI is a leading fire protection engineering and consulting firm helping clients protect the assets that matter most to their businesses. We are seeking a Property Loss Control Engineer or Consultant to join our growing team and work alongside senior staff who provide mentorship as you build your expertise and empower our clients to prevent property damage and disrupted operations from perils such as fire and natural hazards.

You will build and maintain trusted relationships with client personnel through consistent, reliable service. You will evaluate insurer property loss control reports, recommendations, and Loss Expectancies (“LEs”) on behalf of clients, and present alternative risk-reduction solutions informed by client risk tolerance.

You will review project submittals and prepare written recommendations addressing property risks from perils such as fire and natural hazards. You will also prepare design specifications for fire protection systems and advise client project teams from pre-construction through commissioning.

Site Surveys & Client Training

You will conduct site surveys, fire hazard analyses, and water supply evaluations at industrial and commercial facilities, perform property loss investigations following loss events, and deliver client training on human element programs, such as hot work management, impairment management, and fire protection system inspection, testing, and maintenance.

Professional Growth

You will work alongside senior PLC engineers and consultants who provide technical review and mentorship, building the experience needed to take on increasing engagement responsibility over time.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build and maintain trusted relationships with client personnel through consistent, reliable service
• Manage client communications, priorities, and expectations related to assigned engagements
• Evaluate insurer property loss control reports, recommendations, and Loss Expectancies (“LEs”) on behalf of clients
• Advise on recommendation priority based on frequency, severity, and risk-reduction return on investment
• Present alternative risk-reduction solutions with anticipated implementation costs, informed by client risk tolerance and internal loss control standards
• Attend insurer property loss control surveys on behalf of clients
• Review project submittals, and prepare written recommendations addressing property risks from fire and natural hazards
• Prepare design specifications for construction and fire protection systems for new or modified facilities
• Advise client project teams and their contractors from pre-construction through commissioning of commercial and industrial facilities
• Conduct site surveys, fire hazard analyses, and water supply evaluations at industrial and commercial facilities
• Perform property loss investigations and analysis following loss events, including summary reports and lessons learned
• Develop and deliver client training on human element programs, such as hot work management, impairment management, and fire protection system inspection, testing, and maintenance
• Ability to perform confidently and decisively, balancing adherence to standards with creative, impactful client solutions
• Equally proficient in client service and analytical engineering problem-solving
• Sound engineering judgment applied to evaluating insurer recommendations and developing alternative risk-reduction solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of engaging clients, team members, and stakeholders
• Ability to thrive in a remote work environment while fostering team collaboration
• Willingness to travel to client sites, both domestic and international, averaging up to 25% overnight travel

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering (Fire Protection, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Chemical, etc.)
• 3+ years of relevant experience; PLC engineering experience with a major industrial property insurance underwriter, “unbundled” property loss control services provider, or insurance brokerage firm serving Highly-Protected Risk (“HPR”) clients strongly preferred
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or Engineer in Training (“EIT”) status preferred; candidates with a P.E. license take the title Property Loss Control Engineer; all other candidates take the title Property Loss Control Consultant
• U.S. Citizen or valid work visa required
• Strong technical foundation, with a focus on precision, sound engineering judgment, and client-focused execution

At HGI, we believe in hiring the best, giving our engineers and consultants the tools to succeed, and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. Here’s what you can expect:

• Work on impactful projects – Our Property Loss Control Engineers and Consultants help protect the assets and continuity of complex, high-value commercial and industrial facilities.
• Mentorship from industry leaders – We provide guidance, training, and leadership development to help you grow.
• A culture of collaboration and innovation – We take pride in being a remote-friendly firm that values teamwork and work-life balance. We encourage innovation both in the solutions we deliver to clients and in how we operate as a team and a business.
• Competitive compensation and benefits – The base salary range for this role is approximately $100,000 - $130,000 per year, based on years of applicable experience, professional licensure (PE preferred), and engineering level assigned through our internal evaluation process. In addition to base salary, this role includes significant bonus potential, professional development support, and opportunities for leadership advancement. This range reflects a good-faith estimate at the time of posting and is not a guarantee of final compensation, which may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, geographic location, and internal equity.
• Autonomy with support – We trust our engineers and consultants to take ownership of their work while providing a supportive environment for success.

SOUND LIKE THE RIGHT FIT FOR YOU?

We're looking for curious, detail-oriented engineers and consultants who thrive in a client-facing, high-impact role. If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!