Sr. Research Engineer - Electrical/Power Generation

As a Sr. Research Engineer at FM, you will oversee engineering projects in the electrical engineering discipline, develop innovative solutions, and communicate your findings effectively between the company and external partners. Additionally, you'll be responsible for contributing to team activities aimed at enhancing corporate processes and marketing engineering proposals based on your research.

To qualify for the Sr. Research Engineer role at FM, candidates should possess a PhD in electrical engineering, or a Master’s degree coupled with five years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor’s degree with eight years of related experience. Extensive knowledge in power generation systems, including renewable energy sources, is essential.

A successful Sr. Research Engineer at FM should exhibit strong analytical skills, project management experience, and exceptional written and verbal communication abilities. Familiarity with electrical systems, power electronics, and engineering standards will also contribute to your effectiveness in this role.

FM is committed to your career development as a Sr. Research Engineer through comprehensive training programs, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities to engage in diverse projects that enhance your engineering skills. Our Total Rewards program ensures you are well-compensated for your contributions.

The Sr. Research Engineer role at FM offers flexible working options. While collaboration with your team is essential, we understand the importance of work-life balance and provide opportunities for flexible arrangements.

When discussing a research project during your interview, focus on the project's objectives, your specific role, the methodologies you employed, and the outcomes. Highlight any innovative solutions you provided, particularly those relevant to power generation or electrical systems.

Share specific projects where you worked with renewable energy technologies such as solar, wind, or battery storage. Discuss your involvement in the design, analysis, or implementation of these technologies and how they relate to the role at FM.

Explain your project management approach, including how you assess deadlines, allocate resources, and communicate with team members. Mention tools or methodologies you prefer to ensure tasks are completed efficiently.

Discuss current trends such as sustainability and integration of renewable energy into existing grids. Explain your perspective on overcoming challenges like regulatory hurdles or technological advancements.

Talk about your strategies for continuous learning, such as following industry publications, participating in professional organizations, or attending conferences. This reflects your commitment to growth and staying informed.

Provide an example where you successfully communicated a complex idea in simple terms. Emphasize your ability to tailor your communication style based on the audience's knowledge level, which is a vital skill for the Sr. Research Engineer role at FM.

List project management tools you have experience with, such as Microsoft Project, Trello, or Asana. Explain why you prefer certain tools, relating them to your ability to manage resources and timelines effectively.

Clarify that collaboration is key to successful engineering research. Discuss how different perspectives can enhance problem-solving and innovation, and provide examples of how you have collaborated with others in past projects.

Use the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) method to detail a specific situation where you met a deadline. Highlight your time management skills and how you mobilized resources to ensure timely completion.

Express genuine enthusiasm for the mission of FM, its commitment to innovation in the insurance space, and how your skills align with the goals of the company. Highlight specific aspects of FM’s culture or values that resonate with you.