Lead Chemical Engineer

Honeywell; Rosemont (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Honeywell is seeking a Lead Chemical Process Engineer to optimize and innovate in chemical processes and develop advanced materials. The role involves working closely with engineering teams to drive efficiency and project success, requiring expertise and leadership in the manufacturing sector.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of Process Engineering experience in industrial manufacturing.
• Significant experience in process design and engineering projects $10M-$100M.
• Experience in Process Tool Development.

Responsibilities

• Develop process models, heat and material balances, and simulations.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks during development.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to implement models and tools.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s or PhD in Chemical Engineering

Tools

UniSim Design

HYSYS

AspenPlus

Job description

As a **Lead Chemical Process Engineer** here at Honeywell, you will use your knowledge of chemical process engineering fundamentals and modeling techniques to deliver innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers. You will collaborate with world-renowned engineers to impact developing groundbreaking projects, expanding existing processes, and developing the next generation of Advanced Materials products by designing, testing, and validating products from pilot scale to market. Join a team of passionate professionals who are dedicated to providing their expertise and ensuring the success of these projects and programs.

You will report directly to our Senior Chemical Engineering Manager and you’ll work remotely.

In this role, you will impact the optimization of manufacturing processes, ensuring high product quality, and minimizing environmental impact. Your expertise in troubleshooting, implementing advanced technologies, and analyzing data leads to increased efficiency, cost savings, and adherence to regulations.

At Honeywell, our people leaders play a critical role in developing and supporting our employees to help them perform at their best and drive change across the company. Help to build a strong, diverse team by recruiting talent, identifying, and developing successors, driving retention and engagement, and fostering an inclusive culture.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**

+ Develop process models, heat and material balances, process simulation and tool development for UOP engineering.

+ Identify and mitigate technical and process risks during development stage.

+ Identify and evaluate process/model alternatives during development and identify flowsheet optimization opportunities and good modelling practices.

+ Develop expertise with process chemistry and unit operations to enable modeling of large UOP operating units and integrated complexes.

+ Work with engineering, R&D and technical sales teams to develop and implement models and tools, participate in productivity, optimization and automation projects.

+ Collaborate with the Simulation and tools team in model development for new and mature UOP technologies, extension development, thermodynamic models, and engineering tools development.

**U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENTS**

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.

**YOU MUST HAVE**

+ Master’s or PhD degree in chemical engineering or related technical discipline from an accredited institution.

+ 8+ years of Process Engineering experience in the industrial manufacturing sector (Refining, Oil&Gas, petrochemicals and renewals).

+ 8+ years of Simulation with UniSim Design, HYSYS and AspenPlus.

**WE VALUE**

+ Significant experience in process design and engineering projects $10M-$100M

+ Demonstrated knowledge of engineering techniques to optimize processes.

+ Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.

+ Experience in Process Tool Development.

+ Excellent interpersonal skills.

+ Ability to focus on important information and identify key details.

Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments – powered by our Honeywell Forge software – that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.

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.