Process Development Engineer

Eastman Chemical

  • Kingsport, TN
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 22 days ago
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.DescriptionThis position is for an experienced scientist to support product development and formulation of Eastman’s Biodegradables products. This position will report through the Biodegradables Technology Division.Responsibilities
  • Optimize current products in biodegradables portfolio.
  • Develop compounded biodegradable polymer formulations and products in accordance with end-use requirements
  • Work collaboratively with Operators, Scientists, Technicians, and Engineering partners to develop, lead, and collaboratively scale-up polymer formulations as part of the commercialization process.
  • Propose and execute production trials and tests on lab and pilot scales. Utilize design of experiment methodology where applicable.
  • Provide timely communications to management and project stakeholders by communicating project needs, value, priorities, and decisions to ensure project success.
Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Related Field with 5+ years’ of experience in compounding and formulating polymers preferred.
  • BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Related Field with 10+ years’ experience in compounding and formulating polymers required.
  • Deep understanding of polymer structure/property relationships and approaches to polymer formulations to achieve end-use requirements.
  • Ability to translate end-use requirements to compounded product concepts
  • Commitment to high level of safety and environmental awareness
  • Must exhibit Eastman behaviors
  • Must be a self-starter with a focus on results
  • Ability to lead and drive challenging projects forward to a decision despite uncertainties
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written, listening, and verbal communication skills
  • Open to travel as needed, up to 15%
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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