Methanolysis Process Dev Engineer

Eastman•Kingsport, TN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for an experienced Process Improvement chemical engineer in the Methanolysis Process Development group within the Polyester Renewal Technology Development Division (PRTD) in Technology. This role will be supporting the Methanolysis area with a focus on driving various initiatives to ensure we operate our plants safely, we deliver a quality product to our customer base, and we optimize the reliability, productivity, and cost of our manufacturing assets. Our experts are pioneering the shift to circular materials. Right. Now. We’re revolutionizing our materials to give them an infinite life and richer purpose using our two Advanced Circular Recycling technologies—carbon renewal and polyester renewal. This takes passionate problem-solving, world-class technologies, and a willingness to advocate for smart legislation. The time to act—and advocate—is now. Our goal is to transform tomorrow by revolutionizing the materials that shape it today. Help us create a more circular economy.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B.S.) or higher in Chemical Engineering from an accredited college or university
Familiarity with industrial plant environments and equipment is required
Ability to make decisions with limited information
High level of adaptability
Must be a self-starter with a focus on results. Ability to lead and drive challenging projects forward despite uncertainties
Confident in working within a matrixed environment with multiple stakeholders
Comfortable challenging peers and supervision to develop creative solutions
Excellent written, listening, and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

5+ years of experience preferred

Responsibilities

Demonstrating safety leadership by identifying and resolving hazards, partnering with operations to complete PHA-required actions, and participating in Actively Caring Talk (ACT) interactions.
Developing and implementing process improvement projects to increase capacity, improve process control, reduce costs, improve yield, and improve safety.
Supporting manufacturing by providing timely assistance to resolve production processing problems. In this role, candidates may be required to work non-standard hours or shift work. Flexibility in scheduling is essential to meet operational needs, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Partnering with colleagues as part of cross-functional teams including technology, manufacturing, businesses, HSES, Engineering and other functions to drive process improvements and business initiatives.
Providing timely communications to management and project stakeholders by communicating project needs, value, priorities and decisions to ensure project success.
Serve as division rep for capital projects.