Risk Engineer (All Levels & Specialty Areas)

The Hartford • Hartford, IL

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About The Position

At The Hartford, we are seeking top talent to meet our future needs - forward-thinking Risk Engineers who blend deep technical expertise with a passion for innovation, customer centricity, and digital fluency. In this risk mitigation role, you’ll leverage AI-powered tools, data-driven insights, and emerging technologies to deliver proactive, tailored risk solutions that help clients protect their assets and achieve their goals. As a Risk Engineer, you’ll conduct survey work while working as a strategic advisor—collaborating across disciplines, driving digital transformation, and continuously learning to stay ahead of industry trends. You’ll use empathy and active listening to understand client priorities, apply storytelling with data to influence decisions, and champion a culture of innovation and excellence. Join us to build the future of risk services, where your expertise and curiosity will make a meaningful impact on our clients and our business. As a Risk Engineer, you’ll partner with clients and internal teams to deliver innovative risk solutions that protect people, property, and profitability. This is not just about assessing risk—it’s about shaping the future of risk management through expertise, technology, and proactive consulting. We hire Risk Engineers across multiple specialty areas and experience levels. Your placement will be based on your background and level of expertise within specific lines (e.g., construction, energy, property, national accounts, inland marine) and/or multi-line. Field roles will work with all lines of business (WC, GL, Products, Property & Auto).

Requirements

• Background in risk engineering, safety, or related fields; specialty expertise or multi-line experience preferred.
• Technical knowledge in risk control and industry standards
• Strong consultative skills to market risk mitigation solutions
• Self-starters who can independently manage a client service book across a designated territory.
• Technical writing proficiency to effectively communicate risk evaluation and mitigation measures to clients and underwriters
• Ability to analyze data and tell a compelling story with insights
• Proficiency with digital tools (dashboards, mobile apps, client platforms) and openness to emerging technologies
• Customer-centric mindset and collaborative approach
• Degree in engineering, safety, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).

Nice To Haves

• Certification in safety or risk management disciplines (such as CSP, CIH, CPCU, CFPS, ARM) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments, site surveys, and deliver actionable recommendations to reduce loss exposure with focus on customer-centricity and our service model to form partnerships while mitigating risk
• Collaborate with underwriting, claims, and customers to develop tailored risk improvement strategies.
• Working with our distribution partners to help differentiate The Hartford in the marketplace.
• Leverage data analytics and digital tools to provide insights and predictive solutions.
• Serve as a trusted advisor, educating clients on emerging risks and best practices.
• Contribute to innovation initiatives that integrate AI and human expertise for precision and speed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level