Chemicals & Materials E-3 Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois
Illinois hosts a deep chemicals and materials industry anchored by companies like BASF, Dow, and Cabot Corporation operating across the Chicago metro, Joliet, and Rockford corridors. Australian professionals in chemical engineering, materials science, and process chemistry can find E-3 visa sponsoring employers across both large multinationals and specialty manufacturers active in this state.
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As a Lead Process Specialist here at Honeywell, you will play a crucial role by supporting development, innovation, commercialization, and engineering project execution of the Low Carbon Energy (LCE) Renewable Fuels Technologies.
You will be responsible for the development and improvement of engineering design practices, tools, and infrastructure to ensure the technologies are competitively positioned in the marketplace. You will also be expected to support business growth through technology innovation, differentiation and commercialization. You will work closely with sales and business teams to help win new opportunities.
You will report directly to our Sr. Manager of LCE Processes, and you'll work out of our Rosemont, Illinois location on a hybrid work schedule.
YOU MUST HAVE
- Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or related field
- Minimum of 6 years of process design and engineering experience in the Refining or Renewable Fuels Industry or a related field
- Strong knowledge of process improvement methodologies and tools
- Strong knowledge of industry standards and codes
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to travel internationally (10%)
- Ability to engage customers with high technical sophistication and drive customer choices based on sound technical arguments
WE VALUE
- Strong technical experience in Renewable Fuels technologies
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects while actively maintaining current tools and infrastructure
- Demonstrated experience leading innovation and technology improvement projects
- Ability to identify and manage risk by working with internal stakeholders and by providing sound technical judgement and expertise
- Ability to lead knowledge management initiatives or programs
- Ability to mentor junior engineers and actively support their technical development across engineering globally
- Ability to drive development of new tools and infrastructure
- Ability to be self-driven and always looking to improve current best practices or technology offering
COMPENSATION
The annual base salary range for this position is <$131,000 - $164,000>. 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.
BENEFITS
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.
ABOUT HONEYWELL
Honeywell International Inc. (Nasdaq: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the world's most critical challenges around energy, safety, security, air travel, productivity, and global urbanization. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state of the art technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high growth businesses in broad-based, attractive industrial end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe.
JOB POSTING
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: 5/7/2026
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.
EXPORT COMPLIANCE
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.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Participate in technology resolution, technology innovation, process design improvement, and commercialization of new processes and technology
- Oversee project execution and provide technical support to process and project execution engineers
- Facilitate face to face customer discussions for design basis setting, design review meetings and technical resolutions
- Identify, develop, and implement process improvements and innovation initiatives
- Protect Honeywell’s IP by submitting and filing invention disclosures and patents
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process development and optimization projects
- Work closely with technical and field services to identify opportunities for further performance improvements and help close performance guarantees
- Provide training and guidance to less experienced process and project engineers
- Support development and maintenance of critical infrastructure and tools
- Organize and communicate technical needs to leadership
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.
INTRODUCTION
As a Lead Process Specialist here at Honeywell, you will play a crucial role by supporting development, innovation, commercialization, and engineering project execution of the Low Carbon Energy (LCE) Renewable Fuels Technologies.
You will be responsible for the development and improvement of engineering design practices, tools, and infrastructure to ensure the technologies are competitively positioned in the marketplace. You will also be expected to support business growth through technology innovation, differentiation and commercialization. You will work closely with sales and business teams to help win new opportunities.
You will report directly to our Sr. Manager of LCE Processes, and you'll work out of our Rosemont, Illinois location on a hybrid work schedule.
YOU MUST HAVE
- Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or related field
- Minimum of 6 years of process design and engineering experience in the Refining or Renewable Fuels Industry or a related field
- Strong knowledge of process improvement methodologies and tools
- Strong knowledge of industry standards and codes
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to travel internationally (10%)
- Ability to engage customers with high technical sophistication and drive customer choices based on sound technical arguments
WE VALUE
- Strong technical experience in Renewable Fuels technologies
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects while actively maintaining current tools and infrastructure
- Demonstrated experience leading innovation and technology improvement projects
- Ability to identify and manage risk by working with internal stakeholders and by providing sound technical judgement and expertise
- Ability to lead knowledge management initiatives or programs
- Ability to mentor junior engineers and actively support their technical development across engineering globally
- Ability to drive development of new tools and infrastructure
- Ability to be self-driven and always looking to improve current best practices or technology offering
COMPENSATION
The annual base salary range for this position is <$131,000 - $164,000>. 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.
BENEFITS
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.
ABOUT HONEYWELL
Honeywell International Inc. (Nasdaq: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the world's most critical challenges around energy, safety, security, air travel, productivity, and global urbanization. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state of the art technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high growth businesses in broad-based, attractive industrial end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe.
JOB POSTING
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: 5/7/2026
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.
EXPORT COMPLIANCE
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.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Participate in technology resolution, technology innovation, process design improvement, and commercialization of new processes and technology
- Oversee project execution and provide technical support to process and project execution engineers
- Facilitate face to face customer discussions for design basis setting, design review meetings and technical resolutions
- Identify, develop, and implement process improvements and innovation initiatives
- Protect Honeywell’s IP by submitting and filing invention disclosures and patents
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process development and optimization projects
- Work closely with technical and field services to identify opportunities for further performance improvements and help close performance guarantees
- Provide training and guidance to less experienced process and project engineers
- Support development and maintenance of critical infrastructure and tools
- Organize and communicate technical needs to leadership
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.
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Search Chemicals & Materials Jobs in IllinoisChemicals & Materials Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
Which chemicals & materials companies sponsor E-3 visas in Illinois?
Several major employers in Illinois have a history of sponsoring work visas for specialty occupation roles in chemicals and materials. Companies including BASF, Dow, Cabot Corporation, Stepan Company, and Quaker Houghton have Illinois operations where chemical engineers, materials scientists, and process chemists are regularly hired. Sponsorship patterns vary by business unit and hiring cycle, so checking each employer's current filings through OFLC Labor Condition Application records is the most reliable verification method.
Which cities in Illinois have the most chemicals & materials E-3 sponsorship jobs?
The Chicago metropolitan area, including suburbs like Naperville, Schaumburg, and Northbrook, concentrates the highest volume of chemicals and materials roles with visa sponsorship history in Illinois. Joliet and the greater Will County area also host significant petrochemical and specialty chemical manufacturing operations. Rockford has a materials-focused manufacturing presence, particularly in industrial coatings and polymer processing, making it a secondary market worth monitoring for E-3-eligible roles.
What types of chemicals & materials roles typically qualify for E-3 sponsorship?
E-3 sponsorship in the chemicals and materials sector typically covers roles that require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, meeting the specialty occupation standard. Positions commonly qualifying include chemical engineers, materials scientists, process development chemists, quality assurance specialists, polymer scientists, and research and development chemists. Roles in regulatory affairs and environmental health and safety within chemicals firms also frequently qualify when the position formally requires a relevant degree. O*NET occupation profiles can help confirm job zone classifications for borderline roles.
How do I find chemicals & materials E-3 sponsorship jobs in Illinois?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search, aggregating Illinois chemicals and materials job listings filtered by employers with verified E-3 Labor Condition Application filing history. Rather than manually cross-referencing OFLC disclosure data with job boards, Migrate Mate surfaces roles where sponsorship infrastructure is already in place. You can filter by state, visa type, and industry to focus exclusively on Illinois chemicals and materials opportunities, saving significant research time during your job search.
Are there any Illinois-specific or industry-specific considerations for E-3 sponsorship in chemicals & materials?
Illinois does not impose state-level visa sponsorship requirements beyond federal obligations, but the chemicals and materials sector does have industry-specific factors worth noting. Many roles involve hazardous materials handling, which requires employers to maintain additional compliance documentation that can affect how sponsorship paperwork is structured. Illinois also enforces its own environmental and workplace safety regulations, meaning some specialty roles require state-specific professional credentials in addition to meeting E-3 specialty occupation requirements. Confirming that your specific role and credentials align with both federal E-3 standards and any applicable state licensing requirements is important before applying.
What is the prevailing wage for E-3 chemicals & materials jobs in Illinois?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.