Lead R&D Fuel Cell Scientist

Join the industry leader to design the next generation of breakthroughs

WHY HONEYWELL?

The future is what you make it.

When you join Honeywell, you become a member of our global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers and doers who make the things that make the future.

That means changing the way we fly, fueling jets in an eco-friendly way, keeping buildings smart and safe and even making it possible to breathe on Mars.

Working at Honeywell isn’t just about developing cool things. That’s why all our employees enjoy access to dynamic career opportunities across different fields and industries.

Are you ready to help us make the future?

JOB ACTIVITIES

As a Lead R&D Fuel Cell Scientist, you will work closely with a diverse team of scientists, engineers, and technicians to develop and commercialize high-performance fuel cell power generation technologies for unmanned systems (air, ground, and underwater vehicles).

The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of the design and development of fuel cell systems and demonstrates aptitude for the integration of complex electrochemical, electronics, software, thermal, and packaging technologies into prototypes and manufacturable products that delight customers. Technical curiosity, passion for winning, and a hands-on approach to problem-solving are highly sought-after traits for this position.

You will lead technology maturity projects, coordinate across multiple organizations, and build deep technical knowledge of fuel cell systems and platform integrations. You will participate in developing new concepts and writing proposals to government funding agencies to secure project funding. You will work in an Agile (Scrum) environment to solve complex problems with speed and creativity. This role reports to the Advanced Alternative Power team within Honeywell Aerospace Advanced & Applied Technology organization.

Responsibilities

Lead small teams in the design and development of next generation fuel cell stacks and power systems and their integration with unmanned systems (air, ground, and underwater vehicles)Act as a fuel cell technology leader within Honeywell Advanced and Applied Technology, championing technologies from initial concept through product launchIntegrate with existing project teams and university partners to drive development of key technologies through early design through multiple prototyping cyclesWork directly with sponsors and customers to understand and formulate their technical requirements and business needs into achievable technology and product roadmapsSupport and frequently interact with stakeholders inside and outside work areaManage and understand complex customer requirementsNegotiate with customers, partners and subcontractors on requirements and design parametersTransform customer requirements into innovative prototypes based on creative design and fabrication techniqueWork on assignments that are complex in nature and where judgment and initiative is requiredSolve complex problems through analysis and innovation; solutions may become part of standard operating procedure Be available for travel up to 10%

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

MUST HAVE

10+ years of engineering experience in an R&D environment5+ years of experience with power and energy devices or systems (e.g., fuel cells, batteries, energy harvesting, power/energy systems) with strong understanding of PEM fuel cell technologies including MEAs, cells, stacks, BOP components, and systemsBachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics

WE VALUE

MS or PHD in physics, engineering, material science, or related degree programBreadth and depth of experience designing and building prototype systems that integrate diverse component technologiesStrong understanding of small, unmanned vehicle platforms and power system integrationExperience developing groundbreaking new ideas, writing proposals to government customers (e.g., DARPA, IARPA, DoE), winning/providing technical leadership to execute contractsStrong analytical skills and an excellent understanding of basic physicsStrong self-motivation/direction, entrepreneurial mind-set, and teaming skillsClear and concise written and verbal communication skills Strong project management skills to create and maintain programmatic and technical documentationProficiency in analyzing experimental data using standard software tools (e.g., Excel, MATLAB, Python, R, etcExperience with CAD tools such as: CREO (ProE), MasterCAM, Solidworks, NXExperience with modeling tools such as MATLAB, COMSOL, ANSYSExperience working in an Agile environment

Benefits

We offer a full benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible vacation and education assistance. Benefits provided may differ by role and location. Visit benefits.honeywell.com to learn more.

Additional Information

JOB ID: HRD228473Category: EngineeringLocation: 50 E Algonquin Rd,Des Plaines,Illinois,60017-5016,United StatesExempt

Engineering (GLOBAL)

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.