Principal Chemical Engineer

Job Description

As a Principal Chemical Engineer at Honeywell, you will play a key role in a team of chemical engineers to transfer our technology to customers, develop and implement innovative solutions, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, drive product development, provide technical expertise and guidance, and ensure project execution. You will oversee design, construction, and operation of chemical processes, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.

You will report directly to the Senior Chemical Engineering Manager and will work out of Des Plaines, Illinois on a Hybrid work schedule. For the first 90 days, new hires must be prepared to work 100% onsite, M‑F.

In this role, you will build collaborative relationships with customers, provide technical leadership in internal projects, help set strategic direction, and foster a culture of innovation and collaboration.

• Provide technical support for a range of UOP technologies, focusing on CCR Platforming®, Fixed Bed Platforming®, Penex®, Par Isom®, Butamer®, and potential involvement in Naphtha Hydrotreating, InAlk®, Cat Poly and sustainable process technologies.
• Provide technical support for technologies designed and licensed by other vendors with UOP catalyst focus on naphtha reforming and naphtha isomerization.
• Interact with external customers, including licensee/operating companies, EPC contractors, vendors, consultants, and internal teams such as Field Operating Services, Customer Success Organization, R&D, Engineering, and Business groups.
• Complete the transfer of technology to deliver UOP‑licensed and UOP‑designed units that operate optimally, profitably, and safely.
• Collaborate with other UOP departments such as Sales/Sales Support, Digital Services, Digital Tool Development, Engineering and Catalyst Development.
• Gain exposure to other areas providing opportunities for career advancement within Technology Services and related departments.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Technology, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in chemical engineering or a related field focused on process technology.
• 8+ years of experience in naphtha process technologies from UOP Field Operating Service, UOP Engineering, or a refinery.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% of the time.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills focused on innovative solutions.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks concurrently.
• Advanced knowledge of one or more listed technologies.

In addition to a competitive salary, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including employer‑subsidized medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; short‑term and long‑term disability; 401(k) match; flexible spending and health savings accounts; EAP; educational assistance; parental leave; paid time off; and 12 paid holidays.

The annual base salary range for this position is $162k – $203k, subject to various factors.

Due to U.S. export control laws, the candidate must be a U.S. Person: U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or protected status.