Sensor Solutions Prototype Engineer Sr

Location: Hartford, CT

Job Description

The Sensor Solutions Prototype Engineer is responsible for coordinating field tests and piloting of sensor use cases, devices, and product opportunities, as a part of Applied Technology Solutions’ overall product development process.

Working on a cross-functional team, the Sensor Solutions Prototype Engineer provides technical expertise, scoping and oversight performing early stage IoT solution validation. S/he also supports engineering research and testing efforts for production hardware and use case enhancements, including operational improvements.

The Sensor Solutions Prototype Engineer is an ideal position for someone who is excited about researching and creating innovative sensor-based solutions that are at the intersection of technology, data, and insurance. Leveraging a deep technical toolkit and strong project management experience, the ideal candidate has proven experience in lab and field testing potential connected technologies, as well as experience in using an engineering-based approach to commercializable solutions.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Masters preferred
• 7+ years experience in an engineering role
• 3+ years experience in an engineering testing field and methods of analyzing or automating tests 
• 3+ years of engineering project management experience 
• Prior experience working with connected technologies in a design, manufacturing, construction, maintenance or operations capacity is required
• Prior computer/software programming experience is preferred
• Professional Engineer’s License is preferred

Knowledge and Skills

• Proven leadership and interpersonal skills
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Superior expertise in the architecture, design, and/or operation of IoT networks, products and solutions
• Deep knowledge of technical and non-technical aspects of Engineering
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the presence and poise to present to senior executives and gain consensus on complex topics
• Proactive, self-starter with strong ownership mentality and a desire to get things done

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.