Principal Chemical Engineer at Honeywell Technologies in Houston, TX

As a Principal Chemical Engineer at Honeywell, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership, expertise, and guidance in the design, development, and implementation of chemical processes and solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive product development and improvement, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.

PRINCIPAL CHEMICAL ENGINEER – ENGINEERING EXECUTION FOCUS

(Ortloff Engineers COE)

The Principal Process Engineer is a senior-level position responsible for providing technical leadership in the development, innovation, commercialization, and project execution of various Ortloff cryogenic natural gas processing technologies.

This role supports the full value chain of Ortloff cryogenic gas processing technologies, from project inception through unit start-up, with primary responsibility focused on engineering execution through plant startup for licensed Ortloff units.

The Principal Process Engineer will develop and improve design practices, tools, and infrastructure to ensure these technologies remain competitively positioned in the marketplace. The role is also expected to contribute to new business growth through technology differentiation and development, while supporting sales and business teams in identifying and securing new opportunities.

The successful candidate will work closely with Technology Specialists and play a critical role in strengthening technical expertise across the technology portfolio to ensure sufficient global experience is available to support the expected project workload.

SUPPORTED TECHNOLOGY AREAS

• NGL/LPG Recovery
• Nitrogen Rejection
• Cryogenic Heavy-Hydrocarbon Removal
• CO₂ Fractionation
• ssLNG

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical oversight for the development, innovation, commercialization, and project execution of Ortloff cryogenic gas processing technologies.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers while maintaining responsibility for various projects and engineering plans.
• Provide leadership and oversight for technology innovation and problem resolution.
• Drive the maintenance, development, and continuous improvement of engineering infrastructure and tools.
• Plan, organize, and communicate project technical requirements to leadership.

Qualifications

MUST HAVE

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 15 years of process and/or process design engineering experience in the natural gas processing industry.
• Minimum 5 years of specific experience with NGL/LPG Recovery Turbo-Expander processing units.

WE VALUE

• Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 20+ years of gas processing experience.
• 10+ years of cryogenic gas processing experience, particularly in NGL/LPG Recovery.
• Experience working within a process licensing business model.
• Strong stakeholder management skills as an individual contributor.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and strategic initiatives.
• Proven track record of driving innovation and continuous improvement.
• Experience with plant startup and unit operations.
• Proficiency with process simulation software, particularly Honeywell UniSim.
• Strong leadership and technical expertise in chemical engineering principles and practices.
• Ability to own, manage, and drive key initiatives and projects to successful outcomes.
• Ability to identify and engage key stakeholders effectively.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time management skills.
• Experience in product development and process improvement.
• Self-driven, coachable, and committed to continuous professional growth as an engineer and technical leader.

ABOUT HONEYWELL

Honeywell International Inc. (NASDAQ: HON) develops and commercializes technologies that address critical global challenges related to:

• Energy
• Safety
• Security
• Air Travel
• Productivity
• Global Urbanization

As a leading software-industrial company, Honeywell is committed to delivering advanced technology solutions that improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety across high-growth industrial markets. The company's products and services help create a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world.

**Learn more:**https://www.honeywell.com/us/en

ABOUT THE BUSINESS UNIT

For more than a century, Honeywell UOP engineers and chemists have transformed laboratory science into industrial solutions for the refining, petrochemical, and gas processing industries.

UOP provides:

• Process Technologies
• Equipment Solutions
• Lifecycle Services
• Digital Software Solutions
• Consulting Services
• Catalysts and Adsorbents

These solutions help customers maximize value from:

• Crude Oil
• Natural Gas
• Coal

Through connected software and digital tools, UOP enables customers to operate facilities more efficiently and profitably.

UOP is also a leader in sustainable technologies, including:

• Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)
• Renewable Diesel
• Blue Hydrogen
• Green Hydrogen
• Carbon Capture Technologies
• Long-Duration Energy Storage
• Advanced Plastics Recycling Solutions Supporting Circular Economy Initiatives

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL

With 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: For more information, visit: https://benefits.honeywell.com/

The annual base salary range for this position in locations where pay transparency disclosures are required, including California, Colorado, the District of Columbia, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington, is<$min - $mid>. 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, geographic location, as well as market and business considerations. Actual compensation offered may vary based on these factors

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. Person, defined as:

• A U.S. citizen;
• A U.S. permanent resident; or
• An individual with protected status in the United States under asylum or refugee status, or who has the ability to obtain an export authorization.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Learn more

The application period for this position is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date. However, this period may be shortened or extended based on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Posting Date: October 16, 2026

About the Company

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.