Honeywell
Sr R&D Engineer - Petrochemicals Development
Des Plaines, IL
Mar 15, 2025
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Join a team recognized for leadership, innovation and diversity

The future is what you make it.

We are seeking an Sr R&D Engineer Scientist to join our Petrochemicals Development group in Des Plaines, IL. In this role, you will lead the development and commercialization of new and sustainable catalyst, adsorbent, process, and equipment technologies. You will play a key role in advancing our Olefins, Aromatics, and Naphtha technology portfolio, driving innovation from initial concept through commercialization to deliver cutting-edge solutions for the petrochemical industry.

If you are passionate about chemical innovation, process development, and solving complex industry challenges, this is an opportunity to drive real-world impact while working alongside top experts in the field. Join us and be part of a team that is redefining the future of petrochemicals.

Are you ready to help make the future with us?

When you join Honeywell, you become a member of our global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers and doers who make the things that make the future.

UOP, a Honeywell company headquartered in Des Plaines, Illinois, is a leading international licensor of processing technology and supplier of engineering services, catalysts and adsorbents, equipment, specialty materials and digital solutions for the global refining, gas processing and petrochemical industries. With more than a century of leadership in hydrocarbon processing technologies, UOP has led six revolutions in technology that transformed our industry. For more information visit www.uop.com.

BENEFITS:
Benefits provided may differ by role and location. Learn more at benefits.honeywell.com.

* Unlimited Vacation Plan with No Preset Maximums
* Flexible Work Schedule

* Medical/Rx Health Savings Account (HSA)
* Dental/Vision
* Short/Long-Term Disability
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* 401(k) Plan
* Education Assistance

The annual base salary range for this position is $122,000 - $153,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Manage the design, planning and execution of experimental programs using pilot plants and/or models for New Product Development, capability, and sales support projects.
* Provide support to Technical Service in troubleshooting and optimizing performance on commercial units.
* Provide support to the Sales Support and Engineering functions to improve the competitiveness of commercial offerings and designs.
* Lead and drive process and catalyst New Product Development programs from concept to commercialization.
* Build awareness of the market, competition, and new developments. Use insights to contribute and collaborate on building strong technology roadmaps to drive long term growth.
* Deliver high impact capability programs including enhanced models and tools to enable knowledge to be readily utilized across the organization. This includes equipping the business and sales support teams to best position technology offerings to customers as well as to provide to key insights and guidance on the direction for new technology development. Identify novel technology solutions and author invention disclosures to contribute to the innovation effort at Honeywell UOP.
* Focus on support and development of technologies in the Olefins and Aromatics areas, with opportunities to work more broadly in the petrochemicals (including Olefins & Detergents, Aromatics, and Naphtha technologies) area.

YOU MUST HAVE:
* Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics
* 4+ years' experience with refining or petrochemical technologies, which can include doctoral and post-doctoral work in the field

WE VALUE:
* Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry
* Strong understanding of chemistry/chemical engineering fundamentals and application in process, catalyst and/or adsorbent technology development.
* Experience in developing and executing experimental plans including the use of statistical tools for data analysis
* Effective in working independently with a strong focus on delivering results and identifying alternative solutions when challenges arise.
* Solid project management and prioritization skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to develop and present impactful presentations internally and externally.
* Knowledge of Six Sigma concepts and their application in managing risk and uncertainty efficiently. Six Sigma green belt certification is preferred.
* Experience using process simulation software such as Unisim or AspenPlus.
* Demonstrated ability to work across functional groups across different time zones and cultures.

Additional Information

  • JOB ID: req484808
  • Category: Engineering
  • Location: 50 E Algonquin Rd,Des Plaines,Illinois,60017-5016,United States
  • Exempt

Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.

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