Manufacturing Staff Chemical Engineer

Job Requisition ID: 54518

Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company’s innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 14,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2024 revenue of approximately $9.4 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit www.eastman.com.

Responsibilities

Eastman is hiring a highly skilled technical specialist responsible for leading the design, development and optimization of chemical manufacturing processes and equipment. This role involves providing expert guidance on complex projects, driving innovation in process engineering and ensuring operational excellence at a commercial scale. The position requires deep expertise in chemical manufacturing, strong problem-solving abilities and the capability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leads the design and development of chemical plant equipment and manufacturing processes
• Provides technical leadership and mentorship to chemical engineers and cross-functional teams, ensuring high-quality project execution
• Conducts advanced research and development to improve existing chemical manufacturing processes and develop innovative solutions
• Oversees and guides personnel involved in constructing, controlling and improving equipment and processes on a commercial scale
• Serves as an internal technical consultant on complex projects, providing expert recommendations and troubleshooting support
• Analyzes process data to identify inefficiencies, risks and opportunities for cost reduction and performance improvement
• Ensures compliance with safety, environmental and regulatory standards across all project phases
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams including operations, maintenance and quality assurance to facilitate smooth process implementation
• Interprets and applies the latest industry best practices, standards and technologies to enhance chemical manufacturing operations
• Leads continuous improvement initiatives to optimize process reliability, yield and environmental sustainability
• Communicates technical information effectively to stakeholders at all organizational levels, including senior management

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering required
• At least 15 years of relevant experience in a chemical or petrochemical manufacturing environment required

We'd love to hear from people with...

• Experience in olefins manufacturing
• Proven track record of leading complex chemical engineering projects at commercial scale
• Strong expertise in process simulation, equipment design and plant layout planning
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze and innovate complex processes
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a leader within multidisciplinary teams
• Knowledge of industry regulations, safety standards and environmental compliance

Please Note

Eastman will not accept applicants for this offered position who require visa sponsorship, including those whose status is F-1 visa OPT who subsequently would require ongoing visa sponsorship.

Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected classes as designated by law.

Eastman is committed to creating a highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.

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