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As a Sr Advanced Manufacturing Engineer here at Honeywell, you will lead the development and implementation of advanced manufacturing processes to enhance product quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and innovation in manufacturing operations.
You will report directly to our Sr Director Advanced Manufacturing Engineer and matrix reporting to Freeport, IL site leader, and you'll work out of our Freeport, IL location on a 100% On-site work schedule.
In this role, you will impact the manufacturing excellence of Honeywell's products by applying advanced engineering principles and technologies to optimize production processes, reduce waste, and improve overall operational performance.
At Honeywell, our people leaders play a critical role in developing and supporting our employees to help them perform at their best and drive change across the company. Help to build a strong, diverse team by recruiting talent, identifying, and developing successors, driving retention and engagement, and fostering an inclusive culture.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced manufacturing processes and technologies.
• Collaborate with product design, quality, and production teams to ensure manufacturability and process capability.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
• Develop and maintain documentation, SOPs, and standard work while ensuring compliance with control plans.

Qualifications
You Must Have:

• 5+ years of experience in advanced manufacturing engineering or related roles.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, process optimization techniques, and automation skill set, including experience with industrial controls, automated equipment, data acquisition, programming/scripting, process optimization, and integration of smart manufacturing technologies to improve quality, throughput, and operational efficiency.
• Proficient in programming languages, including but not limited to LabVIEW, Python, and SQL
• Extensive experience with test systems
• Proficiency with data analysis methodologies to support process improvements.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies.

We Value:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline, preferably Electrical Engineering.
• Experience in high/low-volume mix manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of Industry 4.0 technologies and smart manufacturing concepts.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and an ability to think innovatively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration with global teams.
• Experience with design for manufacturability (DFM), testability, and failure mode identification.
• Knowledge of Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility (GRR).
• Strong project management skills and ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with quality standards such as ISO and AS9100.

The salary range for this position is ($102,000 - $127,000). 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.
US Person:
Due to compliance with U.S export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a US person which is defined as a US Citizen, a US permanent resident, or have protected status in the US under asylum or refugee status
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 Industrial Automation enables process industry operations, creates world-class sensor technologies, automates supply chains, makes warehouses smarter, and improves worker safety. This combination builds on our core strengths in controls and automation technologies which in turn allows us to deliver better commercial outcomes for our customers. We enable customers to enhance the safety, sustainability, resiliency and productivity of their people, plants and assets.
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. Learn more (https://www.honeywell.com/us/en/company/inclusion-and-engagement)
Benefits of Working for Honeywell:
In addition to a performance-driven salary, cutting-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: 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: Jul 14, 2026
About Us
Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments - powered by our Honeywell Forge software - that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.