The future is what you make it.
We are seeking a Sr. Advanced R&D Engineer Scientist – Crystallization Process to join our Advanced Materials team in Buffalo, NY. In this critical role, you will lead process development and improvement efforts to support new product commercialization and drive productivity enhancement projects. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative technologies and make a significant impact on our Advanced Materials portfolio.
Are you ready to help make the future with us?
When you join Honeywell, you become a member of our global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers and doers who make the things that make the future.
Advanced Materials is a global supplier of fluorine products, fine chemicals, additives, metals, films and fibers for products including pharmaceuticals, refrigeration, semiconductors and military protection. Advanced Materials is making the world safer, cleaner and enabling the modernization of a growing middle class by enhancing our customer offerings through a differentiated portfolio of chemistries, materials, value-added solutions and superior customer service. Our mission is to attract, retain and develop diverse and highly motivated, entrepreneurial employees striving to flawlessly deliver superior value to our customers every day.
BENEFITS:
Benefits provided may differ by role and location. Learn more at benefits.honeywell.com.
•\tUnlimited Vacation Plan with No Preset Maximums
•\tMedical/Rx Health Savings Account (HSA)
•\tDental/Vision
•\tShort/Long-Term Disability
•\tEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)
•\t401(k) Plan
•\tEducation Assistance
The annual base salary range for this position is $119,000 - $139,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Familiarity in various types of unit operations including reactions, distillations, filtrations, and handling of highly hazardous materials
•Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills with typical chemical process equipment (Pumps, agitators, instrumentation, utilities, etc.)
•Perform & lead full range of process development work including assignments requiring expertise in both fields of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
•Require coordination of different functions of R&D, including the design and construction of process development scale equipment, technical staff supervision, analytical requirements, physical property measurements, collection and reporting of experimental results, piloting and demonstration, etc.
•Play a role in the development of liquid and/or vapor phase manufacturing technologies with or without catalysts
•Work with engineers in Manufacturing and Engineering in cost reduction initiatives and technology improvements for existing fluorocarbon manufacturing processes
•Be able to develop manufacturing technologies as well as patent portfolios to protect the same
•Strict adherence to established safety policies and procedures
•Must be able wear all types of PPE and respiratory equipment as appropriate
In October, 2024 Honeywell announced the spin-off of our Advanced Materials business to become a stand-alone publicly traded company, independent of Honeywell. Our intention is that this role, dedicated to the Advanced Materials business, will be a part of this future transaction when the separation occurs.
YOU MUST HAVE:
•Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics
•7+ years of experience in R&D, process engineering, or process development
WE VALUE:
•Bachelors, Masters, or Ph.D. degree in Chemical Engineering
•A proven track record of success in academic and/or industrial research work
•Experience in crystallization, specifically in battery electrolyte manufacturing
•Additional experience in fluorocarbon manufacturing will be considered as a plus
•Experience with instrumentation, data acquisition and control system software is a plus
•Experience/skills that include in-depth knowledge of physical chemistry, thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, reaction engineering and catalysis
•Fundamental knowledge of organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, transport phenomena and unit operations is preferred as well
•Leadership skills, experience & qualities
•Project management and project leadership experiences
•Team orientation with excellent interpersonal skills – ability to lead, motivate, and mentor others
•Self-starter, with the ability to analyze and solve complex problems
•Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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.