Job Description

This entry-level engineering position supports the design, construction, modification, and commissioning of pilot plants and laboratory equipment used in Research and Development. Working under the guidance of experienced engineers and project leaders, the engineer applies sound engineering practices, a strong safety mindset, and hands-on technical skills to help deliver safe, reliable, cost-effective systems that meet project, environmental, and operational requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the design, construction, installation, startup, and modification of pilot plants and laboratory equipment for Research and Development programs.
• Prepare and update engineering deliverables such as equipment specifications, design calculations, drawings, bills of materials, construction packages, and project documentation under appropriate technical guidance.
• Apply company health, safety, and environmental policies, engineering standards, and applicable regulations throughout design and construction activities.
• Participate in design reviews, hazard reviews, field walkdowns, equipment inspections, testing, commissioning, and readiness activities to help ensure systems can be operated safely and reliably.
• Coordinate day-to-day technical activities with engineers, researchers, technicians, craftspeople, vendors, contractors, and other cross-functional team members.
• Assist with project planning, cost estimates, schedules, procurement, resource needs, and tracking for capital and expense projects.
• Evaluate practical design and fabrication alternatives, including in-house and external options, for pilot plants and laboratory equipment.
• Provide field support during fabrication and construction, helping resolve technical issues involving piping, mechanical equipment, welding, machining, electrical systems, instrumentation, and general construction.
• Contribute to Lean Six Sigma and other continuous-improvement efforts that reduce design cycle time, construction cost, rework, and project risk.
• Communicate project status, technical findings, risks, and recommended actions clearly in written and verbal updates.

YOU MUST HAVE

• 6 months + Academic, internship, co-op, laboratory, shop, or project experience applying engineering fundamentals to equipment, process systems, fabrication, or construction.
• 6 months + experience mechanical hands-on engineering work.
• 6 months + Working safely and effectively in pilot plant, laboratory, shop, and active construction environments.

WE VALUE

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline.
• Working knowledge gained through coursework or practical experience in machining, welding, piping, electrical systems, instrumentation, or construction methods.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings, equipment layouts, process flow diagrams, piping and instrumentation diagrams, or computer-aided design tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document technical work clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate in a team environment and manage multiple assignments with guidance.
• Exposure to project execution, equipment procurement, contractor coordination, commissioning, or startup activities.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma or other continuous-improvement methods; Green Belt certification is preferred but not required.

Core Competencies

• Safety and environmental responsibility
• Engineering judgment and attention to detail
• Mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving
• Teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
• Planning, organization, and accountability
• Clear technical communication
• Learning agility and continuous improvement

The annual base salary range for this position in California, New Jersey, New York, Massachusetts, and Washington State (excluding most major metropolitan areas), and anywhere in Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Minnesota, Vermont, and Virginia is $70,500.00 - $88,200.00. For Washington, DC, and most major metropolitan areas in California, New Jersey, New York, Massachusetts, and Washington State, the annual base salary range is $70,500.00 - $88,200.00. 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.

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. Learn more (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.

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, 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 (https://www.honeywell.com/us/en)

Honeywell Technologies is a global, pure-play automation company with a legacy of innovating to help solve the world’s most mission-critical challenges, enhancing the quality of life for people and communities around the world. We serve the building, industrial and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services, solutions and products, underpinned by our Honeywell Technologies Accelerator operating system and Honeywell Technologies Forge intelligence layer. By combining the deep domain expertise of our more than 50,000 employees with decades of data from our global installed base, we are uniquely positioned to lead the industrial sector’s transition from automation to autonomy.