POSITION OVERVIEW:
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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.
This is a Sr. Advanced R&D Engineer/Scientist role for leading process development and improvement to support new product commercialization and productivity improvement projects for Honeywells Advanced Materials. The position will be based in Buffalo NY, USA.
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
The annual base salary range for this position is $118,000 - $147,000. 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 candidates work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.
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/
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.
Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status or have the ability to obtain an export authorization.
MUST HAVE
BS degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
7+ years of experience in R&D, process engineering, or process development
WE VALUE
MS / Ph.D. degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
A proven track record of success in academic and/or industrial research work
Experience in designing, constructing and commissioning integrated bench scale reaction unit / pilot plant
Experience with instrumentation, data acquisition and control system software is a plus
Additional experience in fluorocarbon manufacturing will be considered as 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
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the chemical engineering team, including setting goals, defining priorities, and ensuring alignment with business objectives
Oversee the design, development, and implementation of advanced chemical processes and solutions
Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to drive product development and improvement
Provide technical expertise and guidance to ensure the successful execution of projects
Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards
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