The Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for providing all Engineered-to-Order mechanical engineering/design aspects of the assigned combustion projects involving fuel skid design and air heater chamber design to be used with Honeywell burner products within our Complete Combustion Solutions (CCS) engineered systems group. CCS provides turn-key combustion solutions for new or existing applications in a wide range of industrial and commercial markets. Key activities of the role include, pressure regulator sizing, blower sizing, and specifying components for fuel fired combustion systems. The selected candidate will interact with the Purchasing and Fabrication teams to ensure on time delivery of high-quality performance combustion systems for various customer applications across multiple business markets. The Mechanical Design Engineer will work with multiple computer software platforms to load, modify, and maintain bills of material, project time routings, and engineering drawings. They will also be a point of contact for all questions, issues, and continuous improvement efforts that are mechanical in nature for the assigned engineering and manufacturing facilities.
You will report directly to our Engineering Manager and you’ll work out of our Muncie, IN location on an hybrid work schedule.
KEY RESPONSIBLITIES
- Take ownership of assigned projects and manage resolution of day-to-day technical and project issues with ISC/shop personnel, Engineering, Finance, Sales, Business, and 3rd Party Fabricators and subcontractors, as needed.
- Provide Mechanical Engineering technical leadership to CCS during the project development, execution, and post-shipment phases.
- Responsible to meet/exceed KPI targets including OTTR (on-time deliveries).
- Manage and coordinate projects using the CAD design skills in the Global Engineering Service (GES) Centers.
- Support review of project specifications and requirements during the project development phase prior to the successful sale of a project.
- Lead (as needed) development of technical solutions for combustion systems during execution phase or at the site (i.e. post-shipment).
YOU MUST HAVE
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Technology) from an ABET accredited university.
- Minimum of 0-5 years of engineering and/or project management related experience.
- 0-5 years’ experience in utilizing CAD software tools.
- Ability and willingness to travel domestically for customer, vendor, and internal meetings as needed (minimal travel expected).
WE VALUE
- Interest in fluid dynamics, heat and mass transfer.
- Experience with SAP BRP business system software knowledge is a plus.
- Autodesk Inventor design experience.
- Knowledge of industrial piping systems and manufacturing.
- Visual Basic scripting or similar Excel, Access, experience is a plus.
- Familiarity of piping codes for Natural Gas systems like NFPA 86, ASME B31.1, and ASME B31.3.
- Experience with natural gas handling; sensors, fittings, regulators.
- Experience with combustion equipment and systems.
- Strong familiarity with project scheduling.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Microsoft Teams experience.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to learn complex information and explain the details to a variety of audiences.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
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. Learn more
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: September 18th, 2026.
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 or have the ability to obtain an export authorization.
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. Learn more
THE BUSINESS UNIT
Optimize industrial operations through integrated automation, control systems, and digital technologies. Connect assets and enable real-time insights to drive smarter, data-driven decision-making. Enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability with scalable solutions like Experion® and Honeywell Forge.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited university
- 0-5 years of engineering and/or project management-related experience
- 0-5 years of experience using CAD software tools
- Ability and willingness to travel domestically for customer, vendor, and internal meetings as needed
- Interest in fluid dynamics, heat and mass transfer
- SAP business system software knowledge
- Autodesk Inventor design experience
- Knowledge of industrial piping systems and manufacturing
- Visual Basic scripting or similar Excel and Access experience
- Familiarity with NFPA 86, ASME B31.1, and ASME B31.3 piping codes
- Experience with natural gas handling, sensors, fittings, and regulators
- Experience with combustion equipment and systems
- Strong familiarity with project scheduling
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Must be a U.S. Person or able to obtain export authorization
Honeywell Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are anchored by a strong 401(k) match with clear vesting and annual funding mechanics. Plan administration and education resources further reinforce long‑term savings support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time away provisions include company holidays, flexible vacation for many exempt roles, and paid sick time. These policies contribute meaningful breadth beyond base pay.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is available to all parents with flexible usage options, and certain family‑building supports are included. Birth mothers can coordinate leave with short‑term disability for extended coverage.
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