Principal Engineer - Turbomachinery

Location

Hybrid position in Hartford, CT. In-office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays. Remote work on Mondays and Fridays.

Job Description

Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company (HSB), a proud part of Munich Re, is a leading engineering and technical risk insurer that provides equipment breakdown and specialty coverages, inspection services, and engineering consulting. We deliver tailored risk solutions, evaluations, and mitigation services to clients across all industries, helping them optimize the reliability, lifespan, and efficiency of their equipment and operations. Our engineering expertise is at the core of the solutions we offer, and we insure some of the world's most complex and sophisticated facilities, including power generation, renewable energy, industrial, manufacturing, and data centers, as well as small to medium businesses, public entities, and institutional organizations.

HSB is not your typical insurance company. HSB pioneered the concept of combining insurance coverage with proactive inspections. For over 160 years, we've been driven by innovation, from establishing the first nationwide boiler safety code to launching Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. We stay ahead of the curve, adapting to advancements in equipment and technology. To support our mission, we seek employees who are not only experts in their fields but also forward-thinking and passionate about improving the way we work.

We're currently seeking a highly experienced and skilled subject matter expert to join our team as a Principal Engineer in turbomachinery. As a key member of our engineering team, this role will focus on assessing risks associated with gas turbines, steam turbines, internal combustion engines, and other rotating machinery used in power generation and mechanical drive applications. Your expertise will help us develop risk engineering standards and loss models to inform underwriting decisions and guide risk mitigation and loss prevention activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain risk engineering standards and guidelines for assigned equipment and occupancies.
• Offer expert opinions on equipment operation, maintenance, reliability, and recovery costs and timelines to help underwriters understand functionality and identify potential risks and failure modes.
• Analyze contributing factors and root causes of equipment losses. Assist in claim investigations, review loss data, and develop trends and insights.
• Provide guidelines for engineering risk assessments and loss prevention activities.
• Analyze equipment risks associated with new technologies and opportunities.
• Develop training materials for both internal and external customers.
• Build relationships with equipment manufacturers and participate in technical societies to stay informed about industry trends.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Advanced graduate degree or Professional Engineer registration is a plus
• Minimum 10 years of engineering experience working in design, operation, maintenance, testing, commissioning, or repair services for gas turbines or steam turbines

Knowledge and Skills

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex engineering concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Proficient in using Microsoft Excel or other tools to carry out basic data analysis
• Strong desire to stay up-to-date with industry developments and advancements
• Inquisitive and enthusiastic, with a willingness to learn about new equipment and processes

At The Hartford Steam Boiler, a subsidiary of Munich Re, we see Diversity and Inclusion as a solution to the challenges and opportunities all around us. Our goal is to foster an inclusive culture and build a workforce that reflects the customers we serve and the communities in which we live and work. We strive to provide a workplace where all of our colleagues feel respected, valued and empowered to achieve their very best every day. We recruit and develop talent with a focus on providing our customers the most innovative products and services.  

We are an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.  The work environment characteristics, and any physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.  Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.