Loss Control Consultant

Starr Insurance•Chicago, IL

1d•Remote

About The Position

Starr Technical Risks (Starr Tech), a managing general insurance agency specializing in the energy industry and a division of Starr Companies, is seeking a Loss Control Consultant. The role conducts property loss control surveys of high-hazard industries, including oil and petrochemical, chemical, power generation, pulp and paper, steel and molten metal, electronics, and other process industries. The consultant evaluates sprinkler systems and building construction, reviews fire alarm plans, and provides guidance to clients and underwriting staff on risk quality and insurability. The role also includes engineering account reviews, account and broker meetings, presentations, maintaining schedules, writing survey reports, and keeping inspection records current in the ELCS database. The approximate time allocation is 70% on-site surveys and risk evaluation of existing and prospective Starr Tech clients, 10% client meetings, 10% account management, and 10% general consulting. Travel is primarily regional, with approximately 25% overnight travel expected. The position is remote, but the employee must live within a reasonable distance of the office if an office visit is necessary. A company car is provided.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in a recognized engineering discipline.
Technical knowledge of 29 CFR 1910.119 Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with underwriters and managers while handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
Good communication, writing, organization, customer relations, public speaking, and time-management skills.
Familiarity with basic computer operations and software such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

Nice To Haves

Engineering degree in chemical, mechanical, or fire protection engineering.
At least 10 years of engineering experience with an oil/petrochemical, midstream, or chemical company, or at least 5 years performing property loss control field inspections for an insurance, consulting, or brokerage company handling similar risks.
Understanding of sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, and property loss control issues.
Technical knowledge of loss prevention codes and standards, including NFPA, FM, API, and ASME, and related industry practices.

Responsibilities

Conduct property loss control surveys and risk evaluations for existing and prospective clients in high-hazard industries.
Evaluate sprinkler systems and building construction, and review fire alarm plans.
Provide guidance to clients on property loss control matters.
Conduct engineering account reviews for underwriters.
Participate in account and broker meetings and deliver presentations.
Maintain schedules and write survey reports.
Advise underwriting staff regarding risk quality and insurability.
Maintain up-to-date inspection records in the ELCS database.