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UOP, a Honeywell company headquartered in Des Plaines, Illinois, is a leading international licensor of processing technology and supplier of engineering services, catalysts and adsorbents, equipment, specialty materials and digital solutions for the global refining, gas processing and petrochemical industries. With more than a century of leadership in hydrocarbon processing technologies, UOP has led six revolutions in technology that transformed our industry. For more information visit

A challenging opportunity is now available for an R&D Lead Technician 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.

The lead technician will be responsible for a broad range of projects related to catalyst development, production support and scale-up. This position is located in Des Plaines, IL.

The desired candidate will work a day schedule, primarily Monday through Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm, with some flexibility and alternate hours available. Occasional travel to Riverside facility as needed.

The annual base salary or/ hourly pay range for this position is $74,000.00 - $92,500.00 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

• Hands on execution of experimental plans in support of various technologies such as hydroprocessing, laboratory and semiworks scale catalyst development with responsibilities including forming,extrusion, metal finishing and heat treatment of various materials, all contributing to NPD (new product development)
• Material sizing, sampling, shipment, and storage
• Interface with other UOP departments including RVSD MPT, Catalyst Business, Pilot Plants, ISC, Analytical and Advanced Characterization to ensure robust development programs and effective support of new and existing technologies
• Participate in all departmental safety activities and conduct all work with a high degree of attention to safety.
• Utilize HOS concepts to achieve streamlined work areas and process flows including continuous improvement efforts
• Handling of hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals is required with appropriate safety protocols
• Lifting to 35 lbs is required

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL

• Benefits – Medical, Vision, Dental, Mental Health
• Paid Vacation
• 401k Plan/Retirement Benefits (as per regional policy)
• Career Growth
• Professional Development

YOU MUST HAVE

• High School Diploma or GED
• At least 5+ years of experience in laboratory, pilot plant or manufacturing environment.

WE VALUE

• Understanding and compliance with HS&E policies and procedures
• BS in chemistry
• Knowledgeable experience working with hazardous chemicals within a laboratory environment
• Detail oriented, resourceful, and able to work both independently and with support/off-hours staff
• Demonstrated proficiency with HOS tools
• Strong communication skills
• Creative problem solving, troubleshooting, and data analysis skills
• Working knowledge of MS Office
• Willingness to learn new technologies
• Maintenance and repair of laboratory equipment
• Non-exempt

ABOUT HONEYWELL

Honeywell International Inc. (Nasdaq: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the world’s most critical challenges around energy, safety, security, air travel, productivity, and global urbanization. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state of the art technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high growth businesses in broad-based, attractive industrial end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe. Learn more about Honeywell: click here

THE BUSINESS UNIT

Over the last century, Honeywell UOP’s engineers and chemists have shaped the refining, petrochemical, and gas processing industries by turning laboratory science into industrial reality. Our process technologies, equipment, and lifecycle solutions are helping customers generate the most value from every drop of oil, every cubic foot of natural gas, and every ton of coal. And through connected software, UOP is helping customers become more efficient and profitable through digital tools that ensure plants are running at the peak of their capability.

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Additional Information

• JOB ID: HRD260984
• Category: Engineering
• Location: 50 E Algonquin Rd,Des Plaines,Illinois,60017-5016,United States
• Nonexempt
• Due to US export control laws, must be a US citizen, permanent resident or have protected status.

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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.

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