Engineering Structures Jobs in Riverside Rhode Island

Job Description

• New Supplier Aspen development requirements
• High Level issues that found during eSD evaluation need to be resolved and justification.
• Business Operating Systems and Quality Operating Systems do not follow IATF standard.
• Lack of KPI’s in displayed in the facility.
• Lack of Shop floor visual management.
• Needs management structure to identify manufacturing issues and implement Corrective Action Plans.
• People-Training plans.
• Poor problem solving.
• Poor Housekeeping and maintenance planning.
• Introduction of Layered Process Audit system.
• Cleanliness regime introduction.
• Program and Launch management structure unclear.
• In order to mitigate the above STA require a dedicated Engineer for 12 Months duration to resolve Supplier development issues. 2 sites involved
• Rhode Island – raw material manufacture into Aerogel
• Monterey in Mexico – Aerogel cut to size & encapsulated.

Ideal Person

• Experienced in both Supplier Development and New Model Launch Environment.

SD Key Skills

• Extensive knowledge and practical deployment of lean tools and demonstrated experience in process/value stream mapping.
• Change leadership/management skills with the ability to challenge and drive operational excellence.
• Analytical skills to break down complex, multidimensional problems or processes and drive improvement ideas from concept to reality.
• A proven leadership track record in a manufacturing or technical environment
• Broad experience of managing external stakeholders and supplier relationship management.
• Ability to evaluate capacity at a facility and workstation level.
• Practical background in the implementation of best practice factory operating systems (People, Production, Quality, Planning & Logistics)
• Knowledge of IATF16949 and AIAG standards

NML Key Skills

• Core knowledge of NML activity.
• Core knowledge of APQP and PPAP
• Manage supplier process development and introduction to support delivery of quality requirements
• Manage productive relationships with internal stakeholder and supplier’s representatives to ensure all supplier manufacturing process related APQP deliverables are met.

A compromise would be someone with Supplier Development Skill Set only. The main requirement is to work with the supplier to meet Client requirements, however in this case US STA NML resource would be required to support the activity in Aspen which would result in reduced current car activity.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department: Food and Beverage Kitchen

Reports to: Chef De Cuisine & General Manager

Purpose:

The Chef is directly responsible for the cost-effective operation of a clean and safe kitchen while meeting or exceeding food quality and speed of service requirements. The Chef works as part of the management team of the restaurant to build sales and grow the business and is responsible for operating a profitable restaurant, where the quality of food, service and ambience are continually challenged and improved, and where an environment that fosters creativity, free thinking and intelligent decision-making is encouraged.

The Chef is expected to work an average of 5055 hours per week.

Essential Duties:

-Creating and maintaining an upbeat, productive, and educational environment.

- Projecting a positive attitude.

- Showing respect for all employees and actively cultivating an inclusive environment build upon

mutual respect, civility, and positivity.

- Providing ongoing training and constant improvement of product and workplace (i.e., safety,

sanitation and systems).

- Setting the pace and tone of the kitchen and overall restaurant through attitude,

initiative and drive.

- Providing feedback and direction to BOH employees, to continue ongoing development.

-Helping to develop a cohesive team and leading them to work toward the common goals of the

restaurant.

- Possessing a high level of initiative and drive to do whatever is necessary to build and run a

successful operation.

- Working closely with the General manager to create a team atmosphere among the entire staff that is both a positive and professional work environment.

- Leading by example, taking an active role in cooking and supervising the line during dinner service.

- Participate in mini meetings with FOH management on a regular basis to ensure clear line of communication and upkeep of company goals.

- Establishing clear communications along all lines within the business.

Building the Business and Guest Base

- Aggressively working to build food sales by operating the kitchen with a guest-satisfaction mentality.

- Making decisions based on what is best for the guest.

- Solving problems so that each guest will want to return.

-Working with the GM and front of house manager to train staff on product knowledge.

Quality of Operations

-The Chef is responsible for ensuring that the restaurant is operating at or above company standards. The

-Chef must pay attention to detail in all areas of the operation, including food quality and consistency, training

and development, security, safety, sanitation, and physical structure.

Specifically:

- Ensuring strict adherence to standards for food quality.

- Demonstrating commitment to cultivating knowledgeable staff members who are proud of our

quality and believe in our concept.

- Ensuring all Health Department regulations are always enforced.

Cost Management and Profitability

The Chef is responsible for generating strong financial performance for the health of the restaurant and the

company. They are ultimately responsible for ensuring that the food and BOH labor costs meet or exceed

budgeted financial goals.

Specifically:

- Working proactively with the General Manager to maximize sales and optimize profits through the

management of food and labor costs.

- Food COGS goal of 28% or less.

- Total Kitchen Labor goal of 11%

- Analyzing weekly costs to ensure proactive management of controllable costs.

- Assuming full responsibility for:

- Monitoring daily BOH labor reports and minimizing overtime.

- Providing a monthly physical inventory

- Maintaining the valuations on your inventory using invoices from vendor

- Purchasing and Receiving

- Monitoring local vendors accordingly.

- Placing effective orders, based on sales, while simultaneously taking advantage of drop size

incentives.

- Proper receiving, rotation, storage, and handling of all food products.

Production

- Taking a hands-on approach and being directly involved in daily production.

- Setting appropriate prep levels (sales versus usage) to ensure fresh product and effective use of

labor, including:

- Daily prep counts.

- Weekly prep totals and weekly prep plans.

- Regular review of Product Mix (P-Mix) information.

Personnel

The Chef is responsible for overseeing all aspects of kitchen staffing and is responsible for the hiring and

scheduling of quality employees to execute the menu successfully and to maintain the smooth flow of

kitchen operations.

Specifically:

- Establishing and maintaining appropriate staffing levels and remaining abreast of any changes that may

impact staffing needs.

- Keeping the GM informed of all staffing needs.

- Ensuring thorough and complete training of all employees, including kitchen operations, knife

safety, proper handling of product, use of chemicals, use of equipment, etc.

- Minimizing employee turnover.

- Providing coaching, mentoring and development to all employees as this is critical for the

success of the restaurant and the company.

- Mentoring, coaching and developing Sous Chef Donald Readington to be an extension of yourself. Sous

development should include; menu engineering, systems development, training systems, vendor

negotiations and kitchen management.

- Providing consistent and frequent feedback to Sous Chef(s) and staff.

- Teaching and coaching staff daily.

- Holding BOH meetings to review specials, menu items and discuss kitchen issues.

- Attending FOH Pre-Meals to review specials, menu items and discuss kitchen issues.

- Producing an accurate forecast

Administration

- Overseeing the creation and implementation of all menus.

- Ensure all menu changes are rolled out according to The Terrace Rooftop Dining procedures

- Ensuring that performance reviews of all BOH employees are completed annually

Facility and Equipment

The Chef is responsible for the daily upkeep of the physical restaurant/kitchen, specifically:

- Providing a daily walk through of the kitchen to determine areas needing attention or repair.

- Maintaining a running punch list of need to have as well as nice to have items which are

handled in a timely fashion as appropriate.

- Planning necessary upgrades in a timely, well thought out way.

- Calling appropriate repair companies

- Keeping The Terrace Leadership informed of all necessary repairs and logging repairs and

Maintenance.

This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an associate in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.

Compensation details: 75 Yearly Salary

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• Leading the Naval network warfare missions in developing tactics and procedures to realize tactical, strategic and business advantages afloat and ashore
• Driving interoperability with joint, allied and coalition partners
• Building professional excellence through education, training and certification and milestone qualifications
• Optimizing organizational effectiveness through cutting-edge technologies, knowledge management techniques and a culture of innovation
• Helping to develop and deploy information systems, command and control and space systems
• Serving as a key part of the Information Dominance Corps in its mission to gain a deep understanding of the inner workings of adversaries
• Overseeing the work of Information Systems Technicians - Enlisted Sailors (no degree required) who serve as specialists in information technology

• Serving as part of Battle Group staffs on ships at sea
• Working in C4I/Space/Surveillance on shore tours
• Serving on major Navy and joint staffs
• Serving in command of key communication and surveillance facilities around the globe

• Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
• Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges

Notice: MCRA’s Talent Solutions division works to unite top talent with opportunities on our clients’ teams. This posting is not for a position directly at MCRA, but rather for a position with a MCRA client that our team is helping to recruit and fill.

MCRA's client, a commercial-stage medical device company specializing in designing, developing, and marketing orthopedic fracture repair and stabilization products, is in search of a Director of Quality and Regulatory Affairs to provide support across Regulatory, Quality Assurance, Operations, and Research & Development (R&D).

Primary Roles:

• Is a key member of the senior leadership, and is responsible for the successful operation of the company's quality and regulatory systems. Essential functions include the development, implementation, maintenance, and improvement of company-wide quality and regulatory systems, integrating continuous improvement activities.
• Serves as our clients Management Representative under ISO and FDA requirements, and takes the lead role in ensuring that the quality management system is efficient, effectively implemented and ensures compliance with the requirements of applicable regulatory agencies. Responsible for the generation and maintenance of our client's Quality systems, with direct oversight for the processes for Complaints Management, CAPA, Risk Management, Post-Market Surveillance, and Regulatory Reporting.
• Is responsible for leading the resolution of quality and compliance issues within the business and provide routine quality feedback and leadership to cross-functional groups
• Serves as the official correspondent to Competent Authorities (e.g. FDA, EU countries, etc) as well as Notified Body. Responsible for maintaining compliance registrations and device listings.
• Ensuring compliance with FDA and other applicable international regulations and requirements for the design, development, distribution, and maintenance of medical devices and provide general regulatory support to the organization

Responsibilities:

Quality Systems

• Provide operational leadership in planning and management of quality system activities to maintain appropriate QMS certification
• Responsible for leading and interfacing with any Notified Bodies or Competent Authorities during inquiries or facility inspections by such organizations
• Acts as lead in all product complaint and recall campaigns.
• Responsible for interfacing with and following up with any Customers regarding complaints
• Responsible for Supplier Quality assurance program
• Responsible for Measurement, analysis and improvement programs, including quality trending, CAPA system, and the Internal Quality Audit program for our client.
• Leads the Management Review process

Quality Engineering

• Ensures all inspection and quality plans are statistically sound and can ensure quality levels that exceed requirements
• Ensures all device history records are complete and reviewed prior to release of product
• Assist suppliers by providing information to enable process improvements
• Ensure all manufactured products are conforming to FDA Quality System, ISO 13485, MDD, and MDR
• Supports the engineering staff with PPQA activities, validations, and statistical analysis of new products and processes
• Leads Risk Management and Post-Market Surveillance activities

Regulatory Affairs

• Develop and implement global regulatory and compliance strategies to:
• Ensure all products designed, manufactured and/or shipped meet all regulatory, corporate and customer requirements for quality, safety and efficacy;
• Ensure proper and timely preparation and maintenance of national and international new product submissions, registration/licensing renewals, product listings, post market surveillance reports, import and export documents, safety testing, and other national and international requirement
• Optimize and focus on quality during the design and change control processes for both new and existing products;
• Ensure all advertising and promotion materials conform to applicable FDA, EU, and, where applicable, other country regulations.
• Responsible for the CE Mark approval process for all products, and Technical File generation and maintenance
• Responsible for writing Letters to File as required
• Participates in the development and writing of 510(k) submissions with the management team utilizing external resources as required
• Responsible for external agency reporting

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Natural Science preferred, coupled with approximately 10 years of combined experience in QA / RA in the medical devices industry; experience regarding medical device design, development and manufacturing regulations, especially 21 CFR Part 820 Quality System Regulation, the MDD and MDR Directives, as well as ISO 13485 requirements. 5 years of experience managing supervisory personnel and contributing toward the development of department strategies.

Experience/ Skills:

• Ability to build efficient quality assurance systems; including electronic document and record control, CAPA, NCR, complaint, training, metrics
• Demonstrated ability to write, review, execute and critique validation protocols, investigation plans, root cause analyses, NCRs, CAPAs, complaints, trend report
• Has experience with applying ISO 14971 principles to medical devices throughout all stages of the product's lifecycle.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and team building skills, inspires others toward continuous quality improvement
• Able to solve complex quality, technical, managerial or budgeting problems
• Readily adapts to changing priorities, effectively manages own time and direct reports to ensure tasks, projects are completed on time to meet growth objectives. Adjusts easily and readily to a fast-paced work environment
• Working knowledge of data acquisition, analysis and statistical software
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and technical personnel simultaneously
• Successful oral and written communication skills, business acumen and assertive decision-making ability
• Excellent computer skills, including MS Office proficiency

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

MCRA, LLC is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, age, or other legally protected characteristics.

• Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
• Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges

Product Manager – Electronics Assembly Materials

We’re looking for an experienced Product Manager to lead strategy, development, and lifecycle management for products within the electronics assembly materials industry.

Reporting to the President of the Assembly Materials Division, this role serves as a technical expert and market-facing leader, shaping product vision and driving the development of innovative materials solutions used by electronics manufacturers worldwide.

You’ll work cross-functionally with R&D, sales, marketing, quality, production, engineering, and technical support to bring new products to market and ensure existing products remain competitive and profitable.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage the full product lifecycle, from concept through commercialization and ongoing optimization

• Identify short- and long-term market opportunities globally through industry engagement and market research

• Gather and prioritize customer and market requirements through direct customer interaction alongside field sales teams

• Translate market needs into product specifications and development priorities for R&D

• Benchmark company products against competitive offerings to identify differentiation opportunities

• Lead new product introductions, coordinating launch plans with sales, marketing, and technical teams

• Partner with sales and marketing to develop product positioning and go-to-market strategies

• Support the technical support organization to ensure deep product knowledge and customer success

• Develop sales forecasts, market analyses, and strategic product reports for leadership

• Contribute to product pricing strategies through market and cost analysis

• Represent the organization at industry conferences, trade shows, and consortiums

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in the electronics assembly industry (solder materials experience strongly preferred)

• 7+ years of Product Management experience

• Demonstrated success in defining, launching, and growing profitable products

• Strong technical foundation with experience or interest in materials science, chemistry, or engineering

• Exceptional communication and cross-functional leadership skills, including the ability to influence without formal authority

• Strong attention to detail and follow-through

• Willingness to travel internationally and work across diverse business cultures

Additional Expectations

• Support and contribute to the organization’s Environmental Management System (EMS)

• Ensure compliance with ISO 14001 environmental standards

If you’re passionate about bringing innovative materials solutions to the electronics manufacturing industry, we’d love to connect.

Our Client is shaping the future of retail hardware solutions for global lottery environments. As retail evolves - introducing advanced connectivity, self-service experiences, and cashless transactions - this role exists to own the hardware product portfolio end-to-end: strategy, roadmap, and leadership of a team that delivers both commercial and technical outcomes.

This leader will set standards for what "great" looks like in hardware product management, lead experienced product managers responsible for major product lines, and oversee a Hardware Product Design Lead who ensures technical design execution aligns with business goals.

Location: West Greenwich, Rhode Island.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in product management or related leadership roles, including 5+ years managing multiple product lines.
• Direct experience in retail POS hardware and technology (terminals, kiosks, vending machines, cashless payment systems).
• Strong market knowledge of components, devices, and emerging technologies relevant to retail hardware.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex stakeholder environments.
• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field required; advanced degree preferred

Scope of Authority

Decision Rights:

• Owns retail hardware product strategy and roadmap across multiple product lines.
• Accountable for team performance and delivery of portfolio outcomes.

Budget Influence:

• Direct Management: Owns and manages the R&D budget for hardware innovation and sustaining, ensuring alignment with product strategy and ROI targets.
• Influence & Oversight: Provides input on hardware design, prototyping, and vendor selection to optimize cost, quality, and speed-to-market.

Team:

• Direct reports: Director-level Product Managers, Senior Product Managers, and Hardware Product Design Lead.

Leads vs Influences:

• Leads product management and design leadership team.
• Influences engineering, procurement, UX, Field Services, and external technology partners.

What Great Looks Like

• Exceptional:
• Has led hardware product portfolios and managed Director-level leaders and technical roles.
• Deep expertise in retail POS equipment and solutions, vending machines, and cashless payment technologies.
• Proven track record of delivering measurable business outcomes (cost reduction, reliability, scalability).

Why USAA?

At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families.

Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values – honesty, integrity, loyalty and service – define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful.

The Opportunity

As a dedicated Property Adjuster Specialist, you will work within defined guidelines and framework, investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and settle complex property insurance claims. You will confirm/analyze coverage, recognize liability exposure and negotiate equitable settlement in compliance with all state regulatory requirements. You will recognize and empathize with members’ life events, as appropriate.

Property Adjuster Specialist focus on using technology and desk adjusting for a virtual first approach to inspections and claims handling. USAA also provides a company vehicle to physically inspect losses within your locally assigned territory. Field Adjusters may travel outside of their local territory to respond to claims in other regions when needed. This is an hourly, non-exempt position with paid overtime available.

This is a field-based role in Rhode Island and surrounding areas. Candidates who are willing and able to work in this area are encouraged to apply.

What you'll do:

• Proactively manages assigned claims caseload comprised of complex damages that require commensurate knowledge and understanding of claims coverage including potential legal liability.

• Partners with vendors and internal business partners to facilitate complex claims resolution. May also involve external regulatory coordination to ensure appropriate documentation and compliance.

• Investigates claim damages by conducting research from various sources, including the insured, third parties, and external resources. May identify and resolve potential discrepancies and identifies subrogation potential resulting from unusual characteristics.

• Identifies coverage concerns, reviews prior loss history, determines and creates Special Investigation Unit (SIU) referrals, when appropriate. Determines coverage through analyzing information involving complex policy terms and contingencies.

• Determines and negotiates complex claims settlement within authority limits. Develops recommendations and collaborates with management for determining settlement amounts outside of authority limits and accurately manages claims outcomes.

• Maintains accurate, thorough, and current claim file documentation throughout the claims process.

• Advance knowledge of estimating technology platforms and virtual inspection tools. Utilizes platforms and tools to prepare claims estimates to manage complex property insurance claims.

• Supports workload surges and catastrophe (CAT) response operations as needed, including mandatory on-call dates and potential evening, weekend, and/or holiday work outside normal work hours.

• May be assigned CAT deployment travel with minimal notice during designated CATs.

• Works various types of claims, including ones of higher complexity, and may be assigned additional work outside normal duties as needed.

• Works independently solving complex problems with minimal guidance; acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.

• Adjusts complex claims with attorney involvement.

• Recognizes and addresses jurisdictional challenges such as applicable legislation and construction considerations.

• May require travel to resolve claims, attend training, and conduct in-person inspections.

• Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.

What you have:

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma.

• 2 years of relevant property claims adjusting experience of moderate complexity losses that includes writing estimates, involving dwelling and structural damages.

• Advanced knowledge of estimating losses using Xactimate or similar tools and platforms.

• Proficient knowledge of residential construction.

• Proficient knowledge of property claims contracts and interpretation of case law and state laws and regulations.

• Proficient negotiation, investigation, communication, and conflict resolution skills.

• Proven investigatory, analytical, prioritizing, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to travel 50-75% of the year (local & non-local) and/or work catastrophe duty when needed.

• Acquisition and maintenance of insurance adjuster license within 90 days and 3 attempts.

• Successful completion of a job-related assessment may be required.

What sets you apart:

• Hands-on experience in the field handling high-severity and complex property claims such as fire, water damage, vandalism, malicious mischief, foreclosures, earth movement, collapse, and liability.

• Residential property field adjusting experience with dwelling, structure and additional living expenses.

• Experience working directly for a standard insurance carrier handling claims from start to finish (first notice of loss, reviewing policy, making coverage decisions)

• Proficient in using estimating platforms and virtual inspection tools like Xactimate, ClaimXperience and XactAnalysis

• Insurance industry designations such as AINS (Associate in General Insurance), CPCU (Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter), AIC (Associate in Claims), or SCLA (Senior Claims Law Associate) or actively pursuing

• Active Property & Casualty adjuster license

• Currently reside in the Rhode Island or surrounding area, enabling quicker response times for local claims and a better understanding of regional risks

• US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner

Physical Demand Requirements:

• May require the ability to crouch and stoop to inspect confined spaces, to include attics and go beneath homes into crawl spaces. 

• May need to meet all USAA safe driving requirements including verification of driving record through MVR & possession of valid driver’s license.

• May require the ability to lift a minimum of 35 pounds to include lifting a ladder in and out of the trunk of a car.

• May require the ability to climb ladders and traverse roofs, this includes the ability to work at heights while inspecting roofs and attics.

Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $76,400 - $137,520.

USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).

Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location.

Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.

For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on

Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.

USAA is 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 status as a protected veteran.

Why USAA?

At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families.

Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values – honesty, integrity, loyalty and service – define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful.

The Opportunity

As a dedicated Property Adjuster Specialist, you will work within defined guidelines and framework, investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and settle complex property insurance claims. You will confirm/analyze coverage, recognize liability exposure and negotiate equitable settlement in compliance with all state regulatory requirements. You will recognize and empathize with members’ life events, as appropriate.

Property Adjuster Specialist focus on using technology and desk adjusting for a virtual first approach to inspections and claims handling. USAA also provides a company vehicle to physically inspect losses within your locally assigned territory. Field Adjusters may travel outside of their local territory to respond to claims in other regions when needed. This is an hourly, non-exempt position with paid overtime available.

This is a field-based role in Rhode Island and surrounding areas. Candidates who are willing and able to work in this area are encouraged to apply.

What you'll do:

• Proactively manages assigned claims caseload comprised of complex damages that require commensurate knowledge and understanding of claims coverage including potential legal liability.

• Partners with vendors and internal business partners to facilitate complex claims resolution. May also involve external regulatory coordination to ensure appropriate documentation and compliance.

• Investigates claim damages by conducting research from various sources, including the insured, third parties, and external resources. May identify and resolve potential discrepancies and identifies subrogation potential resulting from unusual characteristics.

• Identifies coverage concerns, reviews prior loss history, determines and creates Special Investigation Unit (SIU) referrals, when appropriate. Determines coverage through analyzing information involving complex policy terms and contingencies.

• Determines and negotiates complex claims settlement within authority limits. Develops recommendations and collaborates with management for determining settlement amounts outside of authority limits and accurately manages claims outcomes.

• Maintains accurate, thorough, and current claim file documentation throughout the claims process.

• Advance knowledge of estimating technology platforms and virtual inspection tools. Utilizes platforms and tools to prepare claims estimates to manage complex property insurance claims.

• Supports workload surges and catastrophe (CAT) response operations as needed, including mandatory on-call dates and potential evening, weekend, and/or holiday work outside normal work hours.

• May be assigned CAT deployment travel with minimal notice during designated CATs.

• Works various types of claims, including ones of higher complexity, and may be assigned additional work outside normal duties as needed.

• Works independently solving complex problems with minimal guidance; acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.

• Adjusts complex claims with attorney involvement.

• Recognizes and addresses jurisdictional challenges such as applicable legislation and construction considerations.

• May require travel to resolve claims, attend training, and conduct in-person inspections.

• Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.

What you have:

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma.

• 2 years of relevant property claims adjusting experience of moderate complexity losses that includes writing estimates, involving dwelling and structural damages.

• Advanced knowledge of estimating losses using Xactimate or similar tools and platforms.

• Proficient knowledge of residential construction.

• Proficient knowledge of property claims contracts and interpretation of case law and state laws and regulations.

• Proficient negotiation, investigation, communication, and conflict resolution skills.

• Proven investigatory, analytical, prioritizing, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to travel 50-75% of the year (local & non-local) and/or work catastrophe duty when needed.

• Acquisition and maintenance of insurance adjuster license within 90 days and 3 attempts.

• Successful completion of a job-related assessment may be required.

What sets you apart:

• Hands-on experience in the field handling high-severity and complex property claims such as fire, water damage, vandalism, malicious mischief, foreclosures, earth movement, collapse, and liability.

• Residential property field adjusting experience with dwelling, structure and additional living expenses.

• Experience working directly for a standard insurance carrier handling claims from start to finish (first notice of loss, reviewing policy, making coverage decisions)

• Proficient in using estimating platforms and virtual inspection tools like Xactimate, ClaimXperience and XactAnalysis

• Insurance industry designations such as AINS (Associate in General Insurance), CPCU (Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter), AIC (Associate in Claims), or SCLA (Senior Claims Law Associate) or actively pursuing

• Active Property & Casualty adjuster license

• Currently reside in the Rhode Island or surrounding area, enabling quicker response times for local claims and a better understanding of regional risks

• US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner

Physical Demand Requirements:

• May require the ability to crouch and stoop to inspect confined spaces, to include attics and go beneath homes into crawl spaces. 

• May need to meet all USAA safe driving requirements including verification of driving record through MVR & possession of valid driver’s license.

• May require the ability to lift a minimum of 35 pounds to include lifting a ladder in and out of the trunk of a car.

• May require the ability to climb ladders and traverse roofs, this includes the ability to work at heights while inspecting roofs and attics.

Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $76,400 - $137,520.

USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).

Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location.

Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.

For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on

Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.

USAA is 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 status as a protected veteran.