Senior Research Scientist – Fire Detection and Suppression
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on884, Washington Street, South Norwood, Norwood, Norfolk County, Massachusetts, 02062, United States
About FM
Established nearly two centuries ago, FM is a leading mutual insurance company whose capital, scientific research capability, and engineering expertise are solely dedicated to property risk management and the resilience of its policyholder-owners. These owners, who share the belief that the majority of property loss is preventable, represent many of the world's largest organizations, including one of every four Fortune 500 companies. They work with FM to better understand the hazards that can impact their business continuity to make cost-effective risk management decisions, combining property loss prevention with insurance protection.
About the Role
FM is seeking a Senior Research Scientist to develop new scientific knowledge, technologies, and engineering solutions for problems related to fire detection and suppression. This position will directly contribute to industrial property loss prevention, with a specific emphasis on critical business areas and emerging hazards such as data centers, renewable energy industries, automated storage facilities, and operations involving ignitable liquids.
In this role, you will lead internally funded research projects and design experiments to support the development, calibration, and validation of physics-based or empirical models. You will interpret and analyze experimental and model data to prepare high-quality technical documentation, communicating test methods, results, and engineering recommendations to internal and external stakeholders, including collaborators, clients, and industry partners. The role requires managing all aspects of project management, from proposals and planning to execution, reporting, and engineering application.
Equal Opportunity
FM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce.
Work location
Work model: On-site
884, Washington Street, South Norwood, Norwood, Norfolk County, Massachusetts, 02062, United States
Norwood, Massachusetts
Key Responsibilities
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Combustion, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Applied Mathematics, Thermal Fluids, Fire Science, Numerical Methods, Fire Detection, Fire Suppression, Sensor Technology.
Education: PhD in Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or a closely related field required.
Frequently asked questions about Senior Research Scientist – Fire Detection and Suppression at FM
What does a Senior Research Scientist – Fire Detection and Suppression at FM do?expand_more
In this Senior Research Scientist – Fire Detection and Suppression at FM role, you will lead internally funded research projects to evaluate fire detection and suppression performance; apply modeling tools and analytical methods for effective problem solving; communicate test methods, results, and engineering recommendations to internal and external stakeholders; and manage all aspects of project management including proposals, planning, execution, reporting, and engineering application.
What are the requirements for this Senior Research Scientist – Fire Detection and Suppression role?expand_more
To qualify for the Senior Research Scientist – Fire Detection and Suppression at FM position, applicants should have: PhD in Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or closely related field; Strong fundamental background in combustion, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and applied mathematics; Research experience in thermal fluids, heat transfer, and combustion/fire science; and Familiarity with advanced sensor technology, artificial intelligence, and machine learning concepts.