Sr. Advanced R&D Engineer/Scientist will apply physics-based computational modeling & simulation necessary for development of novel materials. This position will play a central role in the discovery of new materials by employing state-of-the-art modeling & simulation techniques to provide fundamental insights into material properties and their behavior in applications ranging from battery materials, automotive and stationary refrigeration, electronic materials, personal care, building and construction, pharmaceutical packaging.
Key Responsibilities
· Understand scientific aspects important for different applications of Solstice products and identify and solve problems where fundamental insights from computational modeling & simulation can accelerate design and development of new materials
· Work collaboratively with different experimental groups and act as first screen in design of new materials by rapidly down-selecting from a list of thousands or millions of candidate materials to identify few most promising ones
· Develop and implement efficient simulation methodologies required for design of new products/processes, validation of new applications, and plant/customer/regulatory support
· Keep up to date with latest developments in modeling & simulation methodologies and implement most promising ones based on current needs
· Work simultaneously on multiple projects across diverse areas while ensuring timely deliverables are met
· Maintain software versions and licenses up-to-date and work closely with Solstice HPC team to resolve problems encountered during installations and upgrade/refresh of HPC servers
· Identify, coordinate, and work with external research, academic and new venture partners to prioritize and accelerate learning of application and material performance requirements
· Translate voice of the customer and customer unmet needs to material performance requirements
· Follow all related data security, safety, and environmental rules and regulations
Responsibilities
Qualifications
You Must Have:
· PhD in Chemical Engineering/Chemistry/Material Science with emphasis on modeling & simulation applied to new material development
· Strong expertise in physics-based modeling & simulation technique using quantum and molecular mechanics
· 3+ years of experience in advanced materials or specialty chemicals industrial research and/or new product development
We Value:
· Strong fundamentals and expertise in modeling advanced materials, including fluorochemicals, polymers, catalysts, formulations, and composites
· Proficient in developing simulation automation and analysis scripts and implementing on HPC/GPU environment
· Familiarity with experimental methods in materials characterization and testing
· Experience in employing data science and AI/ML techniques for development of new materials
· Working collaboratively on projects involving scientists, engineers, application development, and marketing
· External orientation and desire to accurately understand technological trends, customer unmet needs, and working with external partners
· Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging with technical and non-technical audiences
US Person Requirement
Due to compliance with US export control laws and regulations, the 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.
COMPENSATION
The annual base salary range for this position is $137,000 - $170,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Solstice Advanced Materials 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 SOLSTICE ADVANCED MATERIALS
In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Solstice Advanced Materials 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.
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. Posting Date: 3/13/2026
Solstice Advanced Materials 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.
About Us
About Solstice Advanced Materials
Solstice Advanced Materials is a leading global specialty materials company that advances science for smarter outcomes. Solstice offers high-performance solutions that enable critical industries and applications, including refrigerants, semiconductor manufacturing, data center cooling, nuclear power, protective fibers, healthcare packaging and more. Solstice is recognized for developing next-generation materials through some of the industry's most renowned brands such as Solstice®, Genetron®, Aclar®, Spectra®, Fluka, and Hydranal. Partnering with over 3,000 customers across more than 120 countries and territories and supported by a robust portfolio of over 5,700 patents, Solstice's approximately 4,000 employees worldwide drive innovation in materials science. For more information, visit Advanced Materials (https://advancedmaterials.honeywell.com/us/en) .
Job Identification 106681
Job Category Engineering
Job Schedule Full time
Locations 20 Peabody St, Buffalo, NY, 14210, US
115 Tabor Rd, Morris Plains, NJ, 07950, US
Hire Eligibility Internal and External
Relocation Package US & CAN Domestic Tier 2
US Person Due to U.S. export control laws, candidates must be U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status under asylum or refugee.
