Earthquake Engineer
KCC seeks earthquake engineering professionals to join our growing team of catastrophe model developers. In this position, you will work closely with scientists and other engineers to build out our global suite of advanced earthquake models.
About KCC
Karen Clark & Company (KCC) is the innovation and technology leader in catastrophe risk modeling. KCC professionals are globally recognized experts in catastrophe modeling and risk management. From our headquarters in Boston, Massachusetts, we provide advanced models, innovative software, and comprehensive consulting services to (re)insurance company executives nationwide. These services enhance business strategies and the financial results put our clients at a competitive advantage. KCC catastrophe models currently cover tropical cyclones, extratropical cyclones, severe convective storms, floods, earthquakes, winter storms, and wildfires in over 50 countries. For more information, please visit (
Responsibilities
- Conduct literature surveys of geohazards related to earthquakes and building vulnerability to earthquakes, implementing new studies for loss modeling applications
- Collect and analyze loss data regarding earthquakes, liquefaction, etc.
- Perform validation tests on model loss estimates
- Contribute to preparing technical documents, presentations related to scientific models.
- Conduct post-event damage surveys for natural disasters around the world
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Structural or Geotechnical Engineering required, PhD a plus
- Knowledge on ground motion; ability to understand and implement ground motion prediction equations (GMPEs) is required
- Knowledge of building response and damage to earthquakes
- Experience with QGIS or ArcGIS software is a plus
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, keen orientation to detail, an eye for professional presentation, and recognized organizational abilities
- Knowledge and experience in statistics and probability is a plus
- Ability to travel within the US or internationally with little advance notice
- Experience in catastrophe modeling a plus
- Knowledge of C# programming language a plus
Recommended Jobs
Property Management Project Coordinator
Overview We’re seeking an organized and detail-oriented Project Coordinator to join our team. This role supports our Senior Vice President and site staff on a variety of projects and administrative t…
Medical Sales Rep - BioPharma
Medical Sales Rep There's something special about working for us and it's reflected in our focus on the patients we serve, the way we treat each other and the results we achieve together as a comp…
Landscape Construction
Join Our Landscaping Construction Team at Snow & Sons Landscaping! Want to be part of a talented, friendly, and highly regarded landscaping team? Snow & Sons Landscaping is looking for motivated, re…
Nurse Manager - Primary Care Healthcare
Nurse Manager - Primary Care Healthcare Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent, Exempt Reports To: Director of Nursing Location:Brighton and Waltham Massachusetts Direct Reports: Staff Nurses and Lea…
Administrative Supervisor
Job Description Job Description Oversees the daily operations and administrative functions of K&K Healthcare Training Center to ensure a smooth, efficient, and professional environment. Responsib…
Activities and Programming Coordinator
Location: Brooksby Village by Erickson Senior Living Our community is looking for an experienced Assistant Activities Manager/ Program Coordinator to help support our programming teams in Assist…
Operations Supervisor - Assembly, Equipment and Sanitation
Job Title: Operations Supervisor - Assembly, Equipment and Sanitation Job Location: Boston-USA-02128 Work Location Type: On-Site About us LSG Sky Chefs is one of the w…
Psychiatry with Academic Facility in Boston - Inpatient or Outpatient Setting
A mental health facility with an academic affiliation in Boston is adding a Psychiatrist. About the opportunity Flexible practice type – can be inpatient and outpatient No required call …
Travel CT Tech- Boston, MA
Travel CT Tech Boston, MA Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest. Contract Length: 13 weeks Shift: 4x10s Lo…
Dental Hygienist - Full Time
Job Description Job Description Description: Dental Hygienist Pittsfield, MA Full Time 40 Hours/week + full benefits Salary: $43.00 - $48.00 / hour The Dental Hygienist provide…