Senior Ergonomics Specialist

Zurich North America; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich North America is seeking a Senior Ergonomics Specialist to join their Zurich Resilience Solutions team. The role involves delivering high-level ergonomic services, mentoring others, and collaborating with various stakeholders to develop strategies for risk management. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience, ideally with a CPE certification.

Benefits

Company Car

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and at least 6 years of experience in ergonomics applications.
• Current CPE Certified Professional Ergonomist.
• Team environment experience required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced ergonomics services to clients and stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop Risk Engineering consultants.
• Document findings and create reports.

Skills

Public Speaking

Project Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Associate Degree (Zurich Certified Apprentice)

Tools

Risk Engineering Systems

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Zurich North America is seeking a Certified Professional Ergonomics Specialist to join Zurich Resilience Solutions. The individual in this role may reside within the U.S. with willingness to travel 25-50%. The role includes a company car. We are looking for a candidate who is currently a CPE Certified Professional Ergonomist.

Through Zurich Resilience Solutions (ZRS), we provide specialized insights and tools to support our customers with solutions addressing traditional and evolving risks – above and beyond insurance. ZRS has been created to address a rapidly changing risk landscape, with a new, truly holistic approach to supporting our customers’ risk management and helping build their resilience. Combining our close relationship and in-depth knowledge of our customers’ operations with our industry expertise, ZRS is a key exponent of our promise to build a brighter future together, with existing and new customers.

The Ergonomics Specialist responsibilities include:

• Deliver advanced level service in the ergonomics of technical expertise (eg: risk evaluation, management consulting, strategy development, training) to meet needs of underwriting and customer.
• Serve as a technical resource to the field Risk Engineers
• Mentor and collaborate in the technical development of Risk Engineering field consultants and perform quality assessments of their work
• Effectively partner with Account Engineers to consult with clients and business partners on ways to control ergonomic risks to mitigate or prevent losses
• Understand and apply practical, collaborative consulting concepts in helping clients develop ongoing programs for continuous safety improvement
• Develop professional reports and correspondence to document findings and offer recommendations to various stakeholders
• Maintain current knowledge of regulatory requirements and emerging issues
• Work closely with Regional Managers and Technical Directors to advance ergonomics service delivery and strategy
• Deliver customer funded fees to support service engagement
  
  

This position involves the use of a company car. If selected for the position, your driving record will be examined.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree and 6 or more years of experience in ergonomics applications OR
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 8 or more years of experience in ergonomics applications OR
• Zurich Certified Apprentice, including an Associates degree and 6 or more years of experience in ergonomics applications AND
• Experience working in a team environment
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Kaizen experience to facilitate events
• Good public speaking skills to provide client training as well as represent at local, state and national conferences.
• Manage multiple projects, budgets, deadlines
• Undergraduate degree in human factors, environmental health and safety, engineering, sciences or related technical fields preferred, though relevant experience in consulting or industry will be considered
• Certified Professional Ergonomist (CPE) designation
• Working understanding of Commercial Lines insurance coverage, products, and services
• Demonstrated expertise in industrial ergonomics
• Can distill technical information and develop pragmatic recommendations that are understandable and clear to individuals who have varying levels of technical understanding
• Can acquire working knowledge of relevant Risk Engineering systems
• Deliver services within established budgets
• Willing and able to acquire and grow service budgets from both insured and non-insured customers
• Develops credibility with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-starter, who can effectively prioritize workload in light of business priorities
  
  

At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. For more information about our Total Rewards, please click here. Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education. The compensation indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled. The proposed salary range for this position is $98,300.00 - $161,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%.

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code

• 1033.
  
  

A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click here to learn more.

Zurich in North America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.

Location(s): AM - Illinois Virtual Office, AM - Arizona Virtual Office, AM - Atlanta, AM - Baltimore, AM - Boston, AM - California Virtual Office, AM - Charlotte, AM - Chicago, AM - Colorado Springs, AM - Colorado Virtual Office, AM - Connecticut Virtual Office, AM - Fresno, AM - Hollywood (CA), AM - Jersey City, AM - Los Angeles, AM - New Jersey Virtual Office, AM - New York, AM - New York Virtual Office, AM - Sacramento, AM - San Francisco, AM - Schaumburg

Remote Working: Yes

Schedule: Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered: No

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