R&D Technician I

As an R&D Technician I here at Honeywell, you will assist in the design, development, and testing of innovative solutions, execute experiments, collect and analyze data, and support the commercialization of new technologies. You will report directly to our Sr R&D Supervisor, and you’ll work out of our McCook, IL location on an On-site work schedule. **R&D Technician I** At Honeywell, we look for people driven by a desire to contribute, be challenged and grow. Our people make Honeywell a special company and is a key competitive advantage. Pilot plants at UOP are bench scale assemblies of high pressure equipment where experiments are conducted for the purpose of catalyst and process development for the Refinery and Petrochemical industries. ### Responsibilities As a shift Operator you will operate, monitor, and take readings on group of pilot plants. This includes collecting samples for the labs to analyze. You will be responsible for your work area to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the area. Make use of the Honeywell Operating System to continuously make improvements. ### Qualifications **Must Have:** • High School Diploma or GED Equivalent • Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts- 2 weeks on day shift (6:00am-6:00pm) & 2 weeks on night shifts (6:00pm-6:00am) which includes some weekends and holidays. Overtime is eligible. **We Value:** • Basic math and computer skills • Good written and oral communication skills • Outstanding collaboration and interpersonal skills • Working safely at all times • Familiar with using tools • Creative problem solving • Handling of hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals “The annual base salary range for this position is $44,800- $56,000. 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. Job Posting Date: 7/13/2026 **About Honeywell Technologies** 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. **THE BUSINESS UNIT** Honeywell Process Technologies (PT) is a global leader in automation control, instrumentation, and services for the process industries. PT delivers innovative solutions that improve safety, reliability, and efficiency for customers in refining, petrochemical, oil and gas, and other process sectors. Our technologies help optimize operations, reduce envir…