What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structural Engineer position at Eastman Chemical Co.?
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 13,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2025 revenue of approximately $8.8 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit ;br>
Responsibilities
Structural engineering and project management
Provide structural modeling and analysis services, troubleshooting and failure investigation for Manufacturing partners
Identify and utilize appropriate building codes (IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, ACI 318, AWC-NDS, etc.)
Develop, adopt and maintain corporate and site-specific structural engineering standards
Lead preparation of construction drawings, specifications and cost estimates for capital projects of all sizes from conceptual idea through construction and start-up
Represent Eastman as the subject matter expert on large growth projects
Internal customer interfaces
Develop a strong relationship with internal customers to proactively identify infrastructure problems, develop cost effective recommendations and provide advice regarding structural issues during preliminary scope efforts
Be flexible to remotely support Eastman manufacturing sites domestically and internationally
Split time between fieldwork and desk work with ability to work successfully in a multidiscipline, collaborative, team-oriented and fast-paced environment
Participate and contribute to the professional development of the civil/structural/architectural team
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited college/university is required
3 years of experience as a practicing structural engineer
Preferred
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) certification or license
Previous work experience at an industrial/utility manufacturing or power generation facility
Proficiency in structural design software (STAAD PRO, RISA or other structural analysis programs)
Experience with project scope development and estimation
Experience designing for large capital projects (>$5M), along with experience making sound engineering judgement calls in the field during construction and operation
Experience conducting infrastructure assessments and generating recommendations on minimum required repairs
Excellent organization & prioritization skills, including the ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Desire to proactively integrate into complex engineering projects during early scope development through detailed design and start-up
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.
Responsibilities
Structural engineering and project management
Provide structural modeling and analysis services, troubleshooting and failure investigation for Manufacturing partners
Identify and utilize appropriate building codes (IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, ACI 318, AWC-NDS, etc.)
Develop, adopt and maintain corporate and site-specific structural engineering standards
Lead preparation of construction drawings, specifications and cost estimates for capital projects of all sizes from conceptual idea through construction and start-up
Represent Eastman as the subject matter expert on large growth projects
Internal customer interfaces
Develop a strong relationship with internal customers to proactively identify infrastructure problems, develop cost effective recommendations and provide advice regarding structural issues during preliminary scope efforts
Be flexible to remotely support Eastman manufacturing sites domestically and internationally
Split time between fieldwork and desk work with ability to work successfully in a multidiscipline, collaborative, team-oriented and fast-paced environment
Participate and contribute to the professional development of the civil/structural/architectural team
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited college/university is required
3 years of experience as a practicing structural engineer
Preferred
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) certification or license
Previous work experience at an industrial/utility manufacturing or power generation facility
Proficiency in structural design software (STAAD PRO, RISA or other structural analysis programs)
Experience with project scope development and estimation
Experience designing for large capital projects (>$5M), along with experience making sound engineering judgement calls in the field during construction and operation
Experience conducting infrastructure assessments and generating recommendations on minimum required repairs
Excellent organization & prioritization skills, including the ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Desire to proactively integrate into complex engineering projects during early scope development through detailed design and start-up
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.