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Honeywell Electronic Materials is a global leader in supplying critical materials to the Semiconductor and Displays industries. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team as an Advanced R&D Engineer/Scientist in the development of Advanced Polymers and Coating Formulations and Processes. In this role, you will be accountable for facilitating the Wet Chemistry Lab work for polymer synthesis, coating formulation and process development and optimization, managing the sourcing and installation of advanced OEM equipment, providing training and maintenance, troubleshooting and optimizing processes, and handling new equipment implementations. You will also participate in cleanroom activities to support R&D projects, spin coating processes, develop metrology for coatings and coating formulations, and create SOPs for new tools/techniques.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Execute experiments as directed by the project guide to achieve customer satisfaction within project timelines. Seek input from others to solve problems and work as a team player with manufacturing for product transfer.
• Discuss technical direction with the project guide to clarify laboratory work. Obtain work instructions, develop detailed work plans, and design experiments. Prepare customer samples for marketing and sales activities, including setting up effective product demonstrations.
• Assist team members on the project and provide specific instructions in areas of expertise. Communicate experimental plans and results verbally and in writing.
• Execute experimental plans as directed by the project guide. Participate in team meetings and educate others in areas of expertise. Compile and summarize test data for the project guide and technology members. Communicate detailed work plans and experiment results. Handle scientific demands professionally.
• Assume responsibility for laboratory maintenance and ensure the timely availability of required supplies. Proactively troubleshoot and optimize processes to minimize downtime.
• Facilitate wet chemistry lab work for polymer synthesis, coating formulation development, and optimization and R&D projects through thoughtful experimentation and metrology efforts.
• Develop insight into cleanroom activities and spin coating processes. Oversee workflows, troubleshoot equipment issues, and ensure smooth operation.
• Manage sourcing, installation, and maintenance of advanced OEM equipment. Create SOPs for new tools/techniques and provide hands-on training for new equipment. Troubleshoot and optimize processes, including new equipment implementations.
• Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Explain complex concepts clearly and assist team members. Manage projects effectively, ensuring on-time completion and clear documentation.

Qualification Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL

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 information visit: click here 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.

COMPENSATIONThe annual base salary or/ hourly pay range for this position is $124,000.00 - $155,000.00. 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.

U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENTS
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

In October, 2024 Honeywell announcedthe spin-off of our Advanced Materials business to become a stand-alonepublicly traded company, independent of Honeywell. Our intention is that thisrole, dedicated to the Advanced Materials business, will be a part of thisfuture transaction when the separation occurs.

You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as science, technology, engineering, mathematics
• 2+ years of experience in R&D laboratory working with new materials development, with the ability to perform laboratory tasks independently.
• 1+ years of hands-on experience in the design and synthesis of organic and inorganic polymers, development of coating formulations and application processes, advanced filtration technologies, and metals purification processes.
• Strong aptitude for chemical research and willingness to perform laboratory work independently.

We Value:

• MS degree in Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, or Materials Science.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform as an individual contributor as well as a cross-functional team member.
• Hands-on experience in semiconductor cleanroom environment, equipment including spin coaters, metrology tools, developing coating formulations, wet film coating techniques (e.g., spin, spray, slot-die coating), metals purification, advanced filtration, and characterization of thin films and materials.
• Knowledge and some experience in semiconductor materials and applications, accelerated aging tests, working knowledge of statistical software, and conducting DOE.
• Knowledge of materials characterization and semiconductor metrology tools.
• Must be able to perform tasks self-reliantly.
• Strong aptitude for research work and scale up materials processes; Experience in conducting durability tests and evaluating performance by accelerated aging tests.
• Good oral and written communication skills. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

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

Mechanical Systems & Components provides a wide range of mechanical products and value-adding services to Honeywell Aerospace customers, including aircraft manufacturers and operators, and agencies of the U.S. government. The business develops and manufactures air and thermal systems, mechanical components, and wheels and braking systems. It also manages and operates facilities for the Federal government. Every 5 seconds, an aircraft lands with Honeywell Wheels and brakes. The entire fleet of U.S military fighters and trainers use Honeywell Cabin Pressure Systems.

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.

Additional Information

• JOB ID: HRD263293
• Category: Engineering
• Location: 1349 Moffett Park Drive,Sunnyvale,California,94089,United States
• Exempt
• 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.