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Honeywell R&D Engineer Scientist II – Catalyst Product Development in McCook, Illinois
The future is what you make it.
When you join Honeywell UOP, you become a member of our global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers, and doers that are developing sustainable technologies that will accelerate the energy transition to net-zero carbon.
Are you ready to help us shape the future? Become a #futureshaper!
Who We Are: UOP-Honeywell has been transforming the worlds energy for 108 years and continues to lead in developing sustainable fuel and petrochemical technology. We value our employees as much as our commitment to sustainable innovation and take every opportunity to improve our employee experience.
An exciting opportunity is now available for an R&D Scientist/Engineer II in the Manufacturing and Product Technology (MPT) group of UOP R&D. The MPT group is accountable for the development of catalyst and adsorbent products from prototype to commercial production. MPT also provides technical support to UOP Integrated Supply Chain. This role is located at McCook, IL. This Scientist/Engineer II will be responsible for a broad range of projects related to catalyst development, production support and scale-up.
BENEFITS:
Benefits provided may differ by role and location. Learn more at benefits.honeywell.com.
• Unlimited Vacation Plan with No Preset Maximums
• Flexible Hybrid Work Schedule
• Medical/Rx Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Dental/Vision
• Short/Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Plan
• Education Assistance
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Plan and conduct experiments to develop new catalyst projects for petrochemicals, sustainable fuels, and traditional refining to improve energy utilization and maximize yield for our worldwide customer base.
• Develop expertise in key manufacturing technologies including but not limited to zeolite synthesis, shape selection, metals deposition and heat treatment.
• Complete hands-on laboratory bench scale and larger scale experimental work and indirectly supervise laboratory technicians on carrying out required experimental plans.
• Fundamental understanding of catalyst science and how catalyst properties relate to performance.
• Interface with other UOP departments including other divisions of Research and Development, Pilot Plant Group, Analytical and Advanced Characterization, Business, and Catalyst Manufacturing Plants to ensure robust products for our customers.
• Participate in all departmental safety activities and conduct all work with a high degree of attention to safety.
• Utilize six-sigma tools as necessary to implement project work.
YOU MUST HAVE:
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics
WE VALUE:
• PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry or related field
• Demonstrated ability to create and work in a “safety first” culture
• Previous involvement in catalyst manufacturing and development
• Experience in laboratory operations and running lab scale equipment.
• Proven problem solving skills
• Willingness to learn new technologies
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Eagerness to get involved in hands-on work
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.