Full-Time

Sr Advanced R&D Engineer/Scientist

Foam

Posted on 9/26/2025

Honeywell

Honeywell

10,001+ employees

Diversified industrial conglomerate: aerospace, automation, safety

Compensation Overview

$122k - $153k/yr

Buffalo, NY, USA

In Person

Must be a U.S. Person per export control laws; on-site position in Buffalo, NY. No remote work stated.

Category
QA & Testing (1)
Requirements
  • Minimal Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, or related field
  • Minimum 10 years of formulating or technical experience in polyurethane foam industry
  • Experience in technical publication and presentation
  • Experience leading and working in a diverse and global cross-functional team setting
  • Strong and thorough understanding of business acumen
Responsibilities
  • Provide formulating expertise and operating knowledge to solve global customer problems and support sales in insulation foam applications
  • Plan and conduct voice-of-customer interviews, define value proposition of Honeywell products in foam and insulation applications
  • Identify technology opportunities in different foam applications and initiate projects for business growth by working closely with the commercial team
  • Lead, plan, and execute foam insulation technical service and growth projects, with significant knowledge about polyurethane, polyisocyanurate and thermoplastic foams
  • Lead development of foam innovative and breakthrough technical program
  • Actively providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior scientist/engineer in the global team
  • Represent Honeywell in trade associations, government bodies, and material standard organizations
  • Act as key liaison and “point person” for research and development programs among global team
  • Generate new technology and ideas leading to intellectual property including patents
Desired Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in relevant field. MBA is a plus
  • Board knowledge of engineering principles with different insulation production setup
  • Thorough experience and knowledge of foam insulation equipment
  • Established network in polyurethane and foam industries
  • Experience of handling and usage of raw materials and products for insulation foams
  • Strong leadership and project management skills
  • Proficient in SFDC and project management skills
  • Effective customer-facing and communication skills
  • Strong understand of foam industry regulations
  • Experience in IP evaluation and filing process
  • Experience in statistical experience design
  • Understanding of ISO quality assurance and quality control
  • Experience in HS&E aspect of laboratory and production setting
  • Understand of sustainability impact and measurement method, such as LCA, of insulation foam
  • Willingness to travel

Honeywell designs and sells technologies across four areas: aerospace, building automation, performance materials and technologies, and safety and productivity solutions. Its products combine hardware, software, and services such as aircraft systems, building controls, specialty chemicals, materials, sensors, software, and personal protective equipment to improve efficiency, safety, and performance. The company differentiates itself through a large, diversified global portfolio and by providing end-to-end integration across design, manufacturing, installation, maintenance, and analytics. Its goal is to help customers operate more reliably and efficiently, reduce costs and environmental impact, and grow recurring revenue by offering connected solutions and digital platforms that link hardware and software.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Charlotte, North Carolina

Founded

1906

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What believers are saying

  • Building Automation grows 8% organically from data center and healthcare demand.
  • NextDecade Rio Grande LNG contract bolsters Process Automation backlog on April 13.
  • 7% organic order growth lifts backlog over $38 billion in Q1 2026.

What critics are saying

  • Middle East conflict slashes Process Automation revenue 10-15% annually.
  • Emerson Electric seizes 15-20% Process Solutions share via AspenTech AI.
  • Siemens Building X captures data center contracts from Building Automation.

What makes Honeywell unique

  • Honeywell offers high-temperature microelectronics operating 5 years at 225°C.
  • Honeywell manages Sandia National Laboratories under U.S. Department of Energy contract.
  • Honeywell Forge software powers automation across Aerospace, Building, and Industrial segments.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Educational Assistance

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Honeywell International has reported strong 2025 financial results with total sales of $37.4 billion, reflecting 8% growth. Fourth-quarter sales reached $9.8 billion, up 6%, driven by demand in Aerospace Technologies and Building Automation. Adjusted earnings per share grew 12% to $9.78 for the full year. The company announced a record backlog exceeding $37 billion and accelerated the spin-off timeline for Honeywell Aerospace, now expected to complete in Q3 2026. The Aerospace Technologies segment led performance with 12% organic growth. For 2026, Honeywell projects sales between $38.8 billion and $39.8 billion, with organic growth of 3% to 6%. Adjusted EPS is expected between $10.35 and $10.65. The company recently completed its Solstice Advanced Materials spin-off as part of its ongoing transformation strategy.

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