Risk Engineer Jobs

Risk Engineer jobs are open across insurance, energy, construction, and financial services, from new-grad to senior and principal levels, with specializations in property risk, operational risk, and loss control. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles146+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerCapital One
Top citySan Jose, CA
Work type53% Hybrid
Top industryInsurance

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Risk, Data & AI Software Engineer (Remote, US)
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Risk, Data & AI Software Engineer (Remote, US)
Allstate Insurance
Remote
Full-stack Engineering
Product Management
Technical Product & Program Management
$91k - $154k/yr
Remote (US)
10,000+

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Consultant, Software Engineer (E-Risk Services - Rockaway, New Jersey)
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Consultant, Software Engineer (E-Risk Services - Rockaway, New Jersey)
Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company
Rockaway, New Jersey
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Strategy & Corporate Development
10,000+

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Integration and Risk Engineer
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Integration and Risk Engineer
Booz Allen Hamilton
El Segundo, California
Engineering (Non-Software)
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$87k - $198k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Applications Engineer, Risk and Compliance Systems
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Applications Engineer, Risk and Compliance Systems
Paul Hastings LLP
Chicago, Illinois
Engineering (Non-Software)
Systems Administration
Technical Program Management
$102k - $148k/yr

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Full-stack Engineer 4 (Risk Tech)
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Full-stack Engineer 4 (Risk Tech)
Capital One
Richmond, Virginia
Customer Support
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Technical Program Management
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in statistics
10,000+

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Risk Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Capital One12
  • JPMorganChase8
  • ByteDance7
  • Intuit4
  • Chubb Insurance4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance
  • Technology & Software
  • Non-Profit & Social Services
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Investment & Asset Management

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in risk engineer jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, risk management, or a related technical discipline
  • Professional certification such as ARM, CPCU, PE, or FRM
  • Experience conducting site inspections, risk assessments, or loss control surveys
  • Proficiency in risk modeling software and quantitative analysis tools
  • Knowledge of regulatory frameworks including OSHA, NFPA, and industry-specific standards
  • Strong written communication skills for producing risk reports and client recommendations

Tips for Your Risk Engineer Job Search

Tailor your resume to risk frameworks

Highlight your hands-on experience with specific risk frameworks like ISO 31000, COSO, or industry-specific standards. Recruiters in insurance and energy scan for these by name, so generic project management language will cost you interviews.

Earn a risk-specific certification first

An ARM, CPCU, or FRM credential signals domain competence before the interview. Many risk engineer openings list these as preferred, and candidates who hold one often clear the initial screening round that eliminates applicants with broader safety or engineering backgrounds.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists risk engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings by peril or asset class

Risk engineer roles in property insurance focus on natural catastrophe modeling, while energy and utilities roles center on process safety and HAZOP analysis. Filtering by industry and reading the posting carefully for the dominant peril type saves you from applying to roles that need a completely different specialization.

Prepare a site-survey or loss-control portfolio

Bring documented examples of risk assessments, site inspection reports, or loss control recommendations you have written. Hiring managers in commercial insurance and industrial settings want to see your analytical process, not just a list of past employers.

Negotiate scope alongside compensation

Risk engineer roles vary widely in whether you are field-heavy or desk-heavy. During final-round discussions, clarify the expected travel percentage and account portfolio size. These factors affect day-to-day work quality as much as base pay, and they are almost always negotiable at the offer stage.

Risk Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most risk engineers?

Capital One, JPMorganChase, and ByteDance are hiring the most risk engineers right now, with openings concentrated in California, New York, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially strong in commercial insurance carriers, industrial energy companies, and large financial institutions.

How many risk engineer jobs are remote?

About 76% of risk engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by specialization. Desk-based roles in quantitative risk modeling, enterprise risk management, and financial risk analysis are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements, while field-based loss control and property inspection positions almost always require on-site travel.

How do you become a risk engineer?

Start with a bachelor's degree in engineering, applied science, or risk management, then gain hands-on experience through safety, compliance, or underwriting support roles. Pursue a professional certification like the ARM or a PE license to sharpen your credentials. Building a portfolio of documented risk assessments and loss control reports signals readiness for a dedicated risk engineer position.

Can you get a risk engineer job with little or no experience?

Yes, some insurers and consulting firms hire junior risk engineers directly from engineering or risk management programs when candidates demonstrate strong analytical skills and familiarity with inspection or assessment methodologies. Internships with insurance carriers, industrial safety teams, or engineering consultancies are the most direct path, and an entry-level certification like the ARM can offset limited work history during screening.

What does the risk engineer interview process look like?

Most risk engineer interviews begin with a recruiter screen focused on technical background and certification status, followed by a panel or hiring manager interview that covers scenario-based questions about how you would assess a specific risk or structure a loss control recommendation. Some employers add a written case study or ask you to walk through a sample site inspection report before extending an offer.

Where can I find and apply to risk engineer jobs?

You can find and apply to risk engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits.

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