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Consultant Engineer I

FM · Reston, VA · 2 days ago
RemoteRemoteEngineeringFull-time

About the role

FM is a leading mutual insurance company dedicated to property risk management and the resilience of its policyholder-owners. As a Consultant Engineer, you will handle field visits, office work, and projects for large commercial clients. The role offers extensive training, mentorship, and the opportunity to learn FM's best-in-class industry standards. You will work independently, assessing risks at commercial properties, conducting site evaluations, and communicating recommendations to clients.

Responsibilities

  • Perform hands-on site assessments of physical properties, including roofs, water supplies, dust hazards, chemical storage, and rack storage arrangements.
  • Evaluate risks at client facilities to help reduce potential property loss and improve business continuity.
  • Follow FM Engineering Standards and communicate engineering solutions or recommendations to clients.
  • Travel daily to client facilities, with overnight travel expected approximately 30% of the time.
  • Travel to Natural Catastrophe sites as needed.
  • Operate from a home office and manage time effectively between field visits, office work, and projects.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or fire protection.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Good analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage time efficiently and work independently.
  • Proven technical capability, including diverse knowledge of engineering principles.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Physical ability to climb commercial ladders (e.g., inspect roofs), lift over 25 lbs., and work in confined spaces if required by clients.
  • Proficiency in MS Office products.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Total Rewards program, including an incentive plan.
  • Generous health and well-being programs.
  • 401(k) and pension plan.
  • Career development opportunities.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Flexible work arrangements and time off allowances.

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