Sr R&D Tech

Honeywell INC. in; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off and holidays

Parental Leave

Job summary

Honeywell is seeking an R&D Technician in Baton Rouge, LA to support product development teams and safely execute lab and semi-works scale experiments. You will help establish procedures, improve capabilities, and work under the Sr R&D Manager in an on-site 8-hour shift, Monday through Friday.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, strong Microsoft Office skills, and the ability to work overtime and shifting.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to work occasional overtime and shift work.
• Experience with lab or semi-works scale equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Actively contribute to Honeywell's safety goals.
• Perform lab and semi-works scale equipment operations.
• Participate in trial coverage and document results clearly.
• Provide technical support on production issues and improvement projects.
• Maintain and operate semi-works equipment safely.
• Schedule routine maintenance as needed.
• Assist with procurement and disposition of experimental materials.
• Recommend process and equipment changes to improve methods.
• Analyze materials and ship products as required.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Lab equipment operation

Overtime & shift work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The UOP R&D Manufacturing and Product Technology (MPT) group focuses on the development and commercialization of new catalysts and adsorbents. The MPT supports prototype development, scale-up of new products, commercial trial runs, manufacturing robustness, manufacturing flexibility, capital planning, and procurement issues. Manufacturing and Product Technology is a key interface between R&D, Business and Manufacturing.

Currently, there is an opening for an R&D Technician within the Baton Rouge MPT group. This position will be accountable for supporting product development teams, safely completing lab and semi-works scale experiments, establishing procedures, and improving the semi-works development capabilities. A variety of chemistry, math, computer, mechanical, equipment, and problem-solving skills are essential to succeed and progress in this role. Additional training and skills development may be required to maintain the technical abilities needed to meet the increasing technical challenges for researching, developing, and manufacturing catalysts.

You will report directly to our Sr R&D Manager, and you'll work out of our Baton Rouge, LA location on an On-site work schedule. This is an onsite position working 8-hour shift M-F

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Actively contribute to Honeywell's world class Safety goals.
• Perform lab and semi-works scale equipment.
• Participate in trial coverage, respond to technical issues, communicate to site / development personnel, and documenting results.
• Provide technical support on production issues, improvement projects, etc.
• Maintain and operate semi-works equipment in a safe manner.
• Perform or schedule basic routine maintenance.
• Assist with procurement, handling and disposition of experimental materials.
• Recommend procedural and equipment changes to improve processes.
• Analyze and ship raw materials, intermediates and products.
• Document & Communicate results in a clear and concise manner.

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to work occasional overtime and shift work.

WE VALUE

• A strong mechanical aptitude is beneficial.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively with other departments.
• Maintenance or analytical skills would be useful.
• Some travel may be required to support other sites and joint ventures.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell 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. For more Honeywell Benefits information visit: https://benefits.honeywell.com/

• 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

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates

Job Posting Date: 08/26/2026

About Honeywell Technologies

Honeywell Technologies is a global, pure-play automation company with a legacy of innovating to help solve the world's most mission-critical challenges, enhancing the quality of life for people and communities around the world. We serve the building, industrial, and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services, solutions, and products, underpinned by our Honeywell Technologies Accelerator operating system and Honeywell Technologies Forge intelligence layer. By combining the deep domain expertise of our more than 50,000 employees with decades of data from our global installed base, we are uniquely positioned to lead the industrial sector's transition from automation to autonomy.

THE BUSINESS UNIT

Honeywell Performance Materials and Technologies (PMT) is a global leader in developing advanced materials, process technologies, and automation solutions that drive innovation and improve performance across diverse industries. PMT focuses on delivering sustainable and efficient solutions that meet the evolving needs of customers worldwide.

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. Learn more (https://www.honeywell.com/us/en/company/inclusion-and-engagement)

About Us

Honeywell Technologies is a global, pure-play automation company with a legacy of innovating to help solve the world's most mission-critical challenges, enhancing the quality of life for people and communities around the world. We serve the building, industrial and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services, solutions and products, underpinned by our Honeywell Technologies Accelerator operating system and Honeywell Technologies Forge intelligence layer. By combining the deep domain expertise of our more than 50,000 employees with decades of data from our global installed base, we are uniquely positioned to lead the industrial sector's transition from automation to autonomy.