R&D Engineer/Scientist I

Honeywell INC.; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international supplier in Des Plaines seeks an R&D Engineer/Scientist I to support electron microscopy efforts. This entry-level role involves operating SEM and TEM/STEM, data processing, and collaboration on complex materials projects. Ideal candidates will have laboratory experience and a degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' hands-on laboratory experience.
• Experience with SEM and EDX.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain SEM and TEM/STEM.
• Collaborate with engineers and scientists on projects.

Skills

Laboratory Experience

SEM

EDX

TEM/STEM

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Materials Science

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physics

Tools

Scanning Electron Microscopes

Optical Microscopes

Job description

Join a team recognized for leadership, innovation, and diversity

R&D Engineer/Scientist I - SEM/TEM Scientist

Honeywell UOP, headquartered in Des Plaines, Illinois, USA, is a leading international supplier and licensor of process technology, catalysts, adsorbents, process plants, and consulting services to the petroleum refining, petrochemical, and gas processing industries. UOP is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Honeywell International, Inc., and is part of Honeywell's Performance Materials and Technologies strategic business group.

Honeywell UOP seeks a highly organized, qualified R&D scientist with hands-on laboratory experience to support electron microscopy efforts within the Materials Characterization department, part of UOP's Research & Development organization.

This entry-level position requires the candidate to effectively operate and maintain Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEM) and Scanning/Transmission Electron Microscopes (TEM/STEM). The role involves data compilation and processing, as well as communicating results to customers. The individual will collaborate with engineers and scientists across Research, Development, and Field Services, contributing to complex materials and characterization projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Research & Development
• Characterization
• Innovation
• Intellectual property management
• Technical reporting

The annual base salary range for this position is $65,000-$81,500. Salary offers will consider factors such as experience, education, skills, and market conditions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• At least 2 years' hands-on laboratory experience
• At least 2 years' experience with SEM
• At least 2 years' experience with Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDX)
• At least 1 year experience with TEM/STEM

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, or related field
• Strong knowledge of SEM, TEM/STEM, and EDX
• Experience operating optical microscopes and characterizing heterogeneous catalysts, molecular sieves, and nanomaterials
• Well-organized, capable of multitasking, and proficient in documentation
• Team-player with a curiosity for science and ability to adapt in dynamic research environments

Additional qualities include safety consciousness, technical excellence, and a supportive team-oriented attitude.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• JOB ID: HRD263287
• 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 regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, gender, disability, or veteran status.