Principal Program Manager (Project Engineer)

Honeywell International Inc

IL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accreditation Standards, Aerospace and Defense, Alternative Energy, Automation, Aviation Industry, Biofuels, Biology, Budgeting, Change Control, Change Management, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Electromechanical Design, Energy Efficiency, Hardware Development, Hardware-Software Integration, Home Automation, Information Technology & Information Systems, Instrumentation, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Marketing, Mathematics, Microsoft Project, Mineral/Metal Mining, Mining Industry, Negotiation Skills, Oil and Gas, Problem Solving Skills, Product Development, Product Management, Product Programs, Product/Service Launch, Project Engineering, Project/Program Management, Regulations, Return on Investment (ROI), Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Six Sigma, Six Sigma Certification, Software Development, Status Reports, Sustainability, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, United States Citizen
LOCATION
IL
POSTED
3 days ago

Honeywell Process Solutions Measurements & Control (PMC) is a pioneer in automation control and instrumentation for oil and gas; refining; pulp and paper; industrial power generation; chemicals and petrochemicals; biofuels; life sciences; and metals and mining industries. PMC offers technologies that extend information and knowledge from the plant floor to the boardroom that help ensure more productive and stable operations. PMC is part of Honeywell's Industrial Automation strategic business group.

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.

YOU MUST HAVE:

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics
  • 6 or more years of direct program or project management experience in development of hardware/software integrated products. Experience with electro-mechanical design.
  • 6 or more years of experience in marketing and/or development experience with hardware/software integrated products and global development teams.

WE VALUE

  • 10 or more years of program or project management experience in product development.
  • 10 or more years of experience in marketing and/or development experience with hardware/software integrated products and global development teams.
  • Six Sigma Greenbelt certification
  • Certifications in FM, CSA, ATEX/ECEX, UL, SIL
  • Ability to communicate and work effectively with internal and external customers at all organizational levels
  • Ability to effectively lead, manage, and energize cross-functional teams across multiple sites
  • Ability to quickly assess unclear, complex, and ambiguous situations and reduce into distinct, clear, timely, and stable direction for the development team
  • Ability to negotiate skillfully in tough situations with both internal and external groups; settle differences with minimum noise; win concessions without damaging relationships; be both direct and diplomatic; gain trust quickly from other parties; have a good sense of timing
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency with MS Project tool, including ability to create and maintain complex schedules,

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

At Honeywell, we look for people driven by a desire to contribute, be challenged and grow. Our people make Honeywell a special company and are a key competitive advantage.

Honeywell International is a $40 billion diversified Fortune 100 leader with more than 131,000 employees in 100 countries around the world. We invent and manufacture technologies that address some of the world's toughest challenges linked to global macro trends like energy efficiency, clean energy generation, safety and security, globalization and customer productivity.

We are building a world that's safer and more secure, more comfortable and energy efficient, more innovative and productive. For more information, please visit Honeywell.com or follow us @HoneywellNow.

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 .For more Honeywell Benefits information visit: 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: June 25, 2026.

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have asylum or refugee status in the U.S.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Lead 4-5 concurrent global new product introduction programs, overseeing integrated hardware, and/or software, and/or mechanical product development.
  • Define program scope and manage change control, including negotiations with stakeholders on program contracts and scope variations.
  • Develop and maintain program roadmaps, schedules, and budgets using MS Project, ensuring delivery within defined scope, cost, and time targets.
  • Identify and mitigate risks proactively, while capitalizing on opportunities to improve program outcomes.
  • Direct cross-functional engineering and operations teams (10-15 across multiple sites), ensuring alignment, accountability, and timely execution.
  • Report program status to senior leadership, providing clear updates on milestones, risks, and financial performance.
  • Collaborate with external certification agencies to secure required product approvals.
  • Deliver hardware to manufacturing, ensuring readiness for production and successful design transfer into factory processes.
  • Collaborate with commercial teams and, when required, engage directly with customers to align technical execution with business needs.
  • Drive commercialization success, ensuring products meet ROI, cost, and business objectives while balancing technical feasibility.
  • Ensure compliance with Six Sigma and continuous improvement practices, applying structured problem-solving to strengthen program results.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Lead 4-5 concurrent global new product introduction programs, overseeing integrated hardware, and/or software, and/or mechanical product development.
  • Define program scope and manage change control, including negotiations with stakeholders on program contracts and scope variations.
  • Develop and maintain program roadmaps, schedules, and budgets using MS Project, ensuring delivery within defined scope, cost, and time targets.
  • Identify and mitigate risks proactively, while capitalizing on opportunities to improve program outcomes.
  • Direct cross-functional engineering and operations teams (10-15 across multiple sites), ensuring alignment, accountability, and timely execution.
  • Report program status to senior leadership, providing clear updates on milestones, risks, and financial performance.
  • Collaborate with external certification agencies to secure required product approvals.
  • Deliver hardware to manufacturing, ensuring readiness for production and successful design transfer into factory processes.
  • Collaborate with commercial teams and, when required, engage directly with customers to align technical execution with business needs.
  • Drive commercialization success, ensuring products meet ROI, cost, and business objectives while balancing technical feasibility.
  • Ensure compliance with Six Sigma and continuous improvement practices, applying structured problem-solving to strengthen program results.

About the Company

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Honeywell International Inc

Honeywell is a Fortune 100 company that invents and manufactures technologies to address tough
challenges linked to global macrotrends such as safety, security, and energy. With approximately 129,000 employees
worldwide, including more than 19,000 engineers and scientists, we have an unrelenting focus on quality, delivery,
value, and technology in everything we make and do.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
WEBSITE
https://www.honeywell.com