Principal R&D Engineer/Scientist

Honeywell INC. in; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Des Plaines, IL is seeking a Principal R&D Engineer/Scientist to drive innovation in Gas Processing and Hydrogen development. The role involves leading product development, overseeing experiments, and collaborating with various teams to meet customer needs and advance technology.

Qualifications

• 10 years of R&D experience required.
• Strong understanding of chemistry and chemical engineering applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead New Product Development initiatives in Gas Processing and Carbon Capture.
• Oversee pilot plant experiments and collaborate with teams for product development.
• Support sales and customer engagement initiatives.

Skills

Chemistry

Chemical Engineering

Project Management

Experimental Design

Statistical Data Analysis

Communication

Education

B.S. in Chemistry

B.S. in Chemical Engineering

MS in Chemical Engineering

PhD in Chemistry

Job description

Principal R&D Engineer/Scientist (Finance)

Join a team recognized for leadership, innovation, and diversity

Principal R&D Engr/Scientist - Separations Specialist for Gas Processing, Hydrogen & Adsorbents Development

An outstanding career opportunity has arisen for a Principal R&D Engineer / Scientist within Honeywell UOP's Research and Development organization, based in Des Plaines, IL. This role offers a chance to contribute to the advancement of technology in Honeywell UOP's Gas Processing and HSP sectors, aligning with the company's commitment to sustainable solutions and growth of key technology platforms.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead and drive New Product Development (NPD) initiatives within the Gas Processing, Carbon Capture, Hydrogen, and Adsorbents platforms, focusing on process and material development to meet customer needs.
2. Utilize best practices in project management to ensure technology delivery within timelines and budgets.
3. Oversee pilot plant experiments using model-based design of experiments (MBDOE) to accelerate technology development and foster innovation.
4. Collaborate with business units to support both existing operations and growth strategies.
5. Coordinate with Manufacturing, Analytical, and Characterization teams to develop new products effectively.
6. Monitor industry developments and lead projects to address technological gaps.
7. Support sales and customer engagement initiatives to maximize value from technology offerings.
8. Assist in critical customer interactions as needed.
9. Identify innovative solutions and prepare invention disclosures.
10. Mentor less experienced scientists and engineers, promoting growth and knowledge sharing.

Minimum Requirements

• B.S. in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
• 10 years of R&D experience

Preferred Qualifications

• MS or PhD in chemical engineering or chemistry
• Strong understanding of chemistry and chemical engineering applications in process, catalyst, and adsorbent development
• Experience in experimental design and statistical data analysis
• Familiarity with Six Sigma principles; Green Belt certification preferred, Black Belt highly desirable
• Business insight and entrepreneurial mindset
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to present effectively to internal and external stakeholders
• Networking skills and relationship building
• Willingness to work across cultures and time zones
• Ability to travel approximately 30% domestically and internationally

Additional Information

• Job ID: HRD261504
• Category: Engineering
• Location: 50 E Algonquin Rd, Des Plaines, IL 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, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, religion, sex, or veteran status.