Sr Advanced R&D Engr/Scientist

Solstice Advanced Materials; Spokane (WA); Hybrid; USD 128,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) match

Educational Assistance

Time Off & Holidays

Job summary

Solstice Advanced Materials is seeking a Senior/Advanced R&D Engineer/Scientist to drive innovation in data-driven materials discovery, product development, and manufacturing optimization. You will partner with scientists and engineers to transform experimental data into validated models and scalable capabilities, with roles available in Morris Plains, NJ, or Buffalo, NY.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Data Science, Materials Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in data analysis or data science within a materials science or engineering domain.
• Proficiency in Python and data manipulation libraries including RDKit.
• Experience developing physics-informed neural networks, surrogate models, cheminformatics models, or QSAR models.
• Strong understanding of statistical modeling, ML algorithms, and data visualization techniques.
• Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, Origin, matplotlib, seaborn) and databases (SQL, NoSQL).

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex datasets using statistics and ML to identify trends and relationships.
• Develop and validate predictive models to improve material performance.
• Collaborate with chemists, materials scientists, engineers, and stakeholders to define data needs.
• Evaluate and implement state-of-the-art data science methods for advanced materials.
• Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and databases for experimental data.
• Establish data quality practices for reliable, traceable datasets.

Skills

Python

RDKit

Statistics

Machine Learning

Data Visualization

Education

Master’s or Ph.D. in Data Science, Materials Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Origin

matplotlib

seaborn

SQL

Job description

As a Sr Advanced R&D Engineer/Scientist here at Solstice, you will drive innovation, develop cutting-edge technologies, and lead advanced research initiatives to enhance aerospace safety, efficiency, and reliability. You will report directly to our Sr R&D Manager, and you’ll work out of our Spokane, WA location on a hybrid schedule.

At Solstice Advanced Materials, we are committed to offering the highest value-add specialty solutions in the advanced materials sector. Our goal is to solve our customers’ most complex challenges through a robust and innovative product portfolio and by doing so, deliver exceptional value to our stakeholders. We have identified actionable strategies to grow by expanding into new products and markets and through strategic acquisitions, while keeping our top operating margins.

Joining our team means becoming part of an organization which leverages its long-standing reputation to capture growth trends by investing in innovation and manufacturing enhancements and maintaining deep customer relationships.

We foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that values contributions and supports professional development. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, the team is dedicated to delivering value and making a meaningful impact in advancing our customers’ success. Let’s make that impact together.

As a Sr Advanced R&D Engineer/Scientist you will develop and apply statistical, machine learning, and scientific modeling methods to accelerate materials discovery, product development, and manufacturing optimization. The role will partner closely with scientists and engineers to transform experimental and process data into validated models, actionable insights, and scalable R&D capabilities. This position is available in Morris Plains, NJ, or Buffalo, NY.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze complex experimental, analytical, and manufacturing datasets using statistical and machine learning methods to identify trends, patterns, and relationships.
• Develop and validate predictive models to improve material performance, evaluate the effects of key variables, and support product and process development.
• Partner with chemists, materials scientists, engineers, and business stakeholders to define data needs, develop analytical solutions, and influence decisions.
• Evaluate and implement state-of-the-art data science methods for advanced materials applications, informed by relevant scientific and technical literature.
• Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and databases for experimental and analytical data.
• Establish data quality practices that ensure reliable, traceable, and reproducible datasets and analyses.
• Communicate findings, recommendations, and technical limitations through clear visualizations, reports, and presentations for technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Must Have

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Data Science, Materials Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data analysis or data science roles within a materials science or engineering domain.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and familiarity with data manipulation libraries relevant to chemistry and materials (e.g., RDKit).
• Experience developing physics-informed neural networks, surrogate models, cheminformatics models, or quantitative structure–property relationship models.
• Strong understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and data visualization techniques.
• Experience with data visualization tools or packages (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Origin, matplotlib, seaborn) and databases (e.g., SQL, NoSQL).

We Value

• Deep knowledge of advanced materials, including polymers, nanomaterials, ceramics, metals, small molecules, formulations, or composites.
• Familiarity with experimental methods in materials characterization and testing.
• Familiarity with chemical manufacturing processes, process modeling, and process optimization.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning in data science and materials science.

COMPENSATION

The annual base salary range for this position is $127865k – $159500k . Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Solstice Advanced Materials considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities or the position, the candidate’s work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR SOLSTICE ADVANCED MATERIALS

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Solstice Advanced Materials employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays.

Solstice Advanced Materials 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.

About Us

About Solstice Advanced Materials

Solstice Advanced Materials is a leading global specialty materials company that advances science for smarter outcomes. Solstice offers high-performance solutions that enable critical industries and applications, including refrigerants, semiconductor manufacturing, data center cooling, nuclear power, protective fibers, healthcare packaging and more. Solstice is recognized for developing next-generation materials through some of the industry’s most renowned brands such as Solstice®, Genetron®, Aclar®, Spectra®, Fluka™, and Hydranal™. Partnering with over 3,000 customers across more than 120 countries and territories and supported by a robust portfolio of over 5,700 patents, Solstice’s approximately 4,000 employees worldwide drive innovation in materials science. For more information, visit Advanced Materials (https://advancedmaterials.honeywell.com/us/en).

Job Identification 107918

Job Category Engineering

Job Schedule Full time

Locations 15128 E Euclid Ave, Spokane, WA, 99216, US

Hire Eligibility Internal and External

Relocation Package US & CAN Domestic Tier 2

Pay Transparency $127865-$159500

Job Location City Spokane

Job Location State WA

Job Location Country USA

Job Location Postal Code 99216