Process Design/Optimization Chemical Engineer

Eastman•Kingsport, TN

About The Position

The Process Design and Optimization (PDO) group is part of Worldwide Engineering & Construction's Process Engineering and Optimization organization. It applies first-principles chemical engineering knowledge to support innovation, capital projects, operating assets, environmental initiatives, and technology development across Eastman. Core capabilities include process simulation, process synthesis, techno-economic analysis, process optimization, and physical properties expertise. The position offers the opportunity to work on challenging technical problems, engage early in development of new technologies, influence business and investment decisions, and help shape Eastman's manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will use chemical engineering fundamentals, process simulation, and data-driven decision making to support innovation initiatives, capital projects, and operational improvement efforts across the corporation. The role also involves sharing knowledge, mentoring colleagues, and developing technical expertise with influence across the company.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
Minimum 5 years of experience in process engineering, process improvement, process development, scale-up, manufacturing support, or related technical roles.
Experience using Aspen process simulation software or comparable process modeling tools.
Strong understanding of thermodynamics and chemical engineering fundamentals.
Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems using data, engineering principles, and sound judgment.
Demonstrated record of delivering meaningful business value through technical contributions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively across organizations and disciplines.
Demonstrated learning agility and ability to quickly develop expertise in new technologies and processes.

Nice To Haves

Experience with process synthesis and conceptual process design.
Experience supporting innovation, technology development, or scale-up activities.
Experience supporting capital projects.
Experience performing techno-economic analysis.
Experience identifying and implementing process optimization opportunities.
Experience working across multiple manufacturing technologies or business areas.
Commitment to collaboration, knowledge sharing, and helping others succeed through teaching and mentoring.

Responsibilities

Apply first-principles engineering and data analysis to solve complex technical problems.
Generate process design information, including process flow diagrams, heat and material balances, techno-economic evaluations, and supporting engineering calculations.
Develop expertise in one or more PDO capability areas, such as process simulation, process synthesis, optimization, environmental calculations, or physical properties.
Support capital projects through process design, technology development, engineering consultation, and environmental calculations in support of permitting.
Perform environmental calculations for batch and continuous processes to support environmental regulations, operating permits, permit renewals, and everyday operations.
Support innovation and technology-development initiatives through process design, technical evaluations, and engineering analysis.
Share knowledge, mentor colleagues, and contribute to the long-term technical growth of the organization.
Serve as a technical interface between PDO and Technology or Scale-Up & Process Innovation organizations.
Develop, maintain, and apply process simulations to evaluate process performance, identify opportunities, and support project decision making.
Identify and evaluate opportunities to improve process performance, energy efficiency, reliability, and business value.
Work with cross-functional teams, including process improvement, scale-up, environmental operations, manufacturing personnel, capital project teams, and external contractors.