Marine Risk Engineer
$120,000–$150,000 year
RemoteUnited States
Job Summary
Conduct comprehensive on-site and virtual marine risk assessments of logistics operations, warehousing facilities, ports, terminals, cargo handling practices, and supply chain exposures. Generate detailed risk engineering reports documenting exposures and providing actionable recommendations using proprietary tools. Collaborate with underwriting teams to analyze cargo and transportation risks on new and renewal business, while delivering advanced consultation on cargo loss prevention, catastrophe exposure analysis, and transportation risk mitigation. Support multinational accounts by evaluating exposure accumulations and providing technical insight into loss scenarios and emerging industry trends. Mentor less experienced engineers and travel up to 30% for client site visits and cargo inspections. This role aligns with HDI's Marine underwriting and Risk Consulting functions to support global underwriting decisions and client risk management strategies.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, Logistics, or a related technical discipline
- 5+ years of experience in Marine Risk Engineering, Marine Surveying, Marine Insurance, Transportation Risk Management, Logistics Operations, or a related technical field
- Strong technical understanding of marine insurance risk evaluation, cargo transportation, warehousing operations, port and terminal risks, stock throughput exposures, and global supply chain operations
- Experience conducting risk assessments, operational reviews, cargo surveys, or loss prevention evaluations for marine, transportation, or logistics-related risks
- Proven ability to collaborate with underwriting teams and provide strategic risk insights that support underwriting decisions and portfolio management
- Strong analytical, communication, and client relationship management skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Proficient computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office products)
- Ability to travel (up to 30%) for client site visits, cargo inspections, and risk assessments
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States
- Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of marine cargo handling, warehousing standards, supply chain resilience, catastrophe exposures, and transportation risk management preferred
- Experience supporting multinational clients and global insurance programs is highly desirable
- Professional certifications such as AMIM, ARM, CPCU, Certified Marine Surveyor, or other relevant industry credentials are preferred
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