Eastman Chemical Jobs Hiring Now
Eastman Chemical is hiring for 45 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, concentrated in business development and engineering (Non-Software), with listed salaries up to about $237,000. Migrate Mate updates Eastman Chemical's live openings daily. Eastman Chemical is a global specialty chemicals and materials company that produces a broad range of products used in industries including transportation, construction, consumables, and industrial applications.
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Eastman Chemical hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of October 15, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 45
- Top team
- Business Development
- Seniority
- Across all levels
- Work type
- 2% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- Kingsport
- Salary range
- $72,000–$237,000
Listed salaries for Eastman Chemical roles on Migrate Mate range from about $72,000 to $237,000 per year across 45 open roles, as of October 15, 2026.
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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 www.eastman.com.
Responsibilities
The Process Design and Optimization (PDO) group is part of Worldwide Engineering & Construction's Process Engineering and Optimization organization. PDO 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.
This position offers the opportunity to work on some of Eastman's most challenging and impactful technical problems. Team members engage early in the development of new technologies, influence major business and investment decisions, and help shape the future of Eastman's manufacturing processes. PDO has a long history of developing recognized technical experts and providing opportunities for engineers to build broad influence across the company through technical leadership.
The Process Design and Optimization (PDO) group has an opening for a Chemical Engineer with experience in process engineering, process development, scale-up, or process improvement activities. The successful candidate will leverage chemical engineering fundamentals, process simulation, and data-driven decision making to support innovation initiatives, capital projects, and operational improvement efforts across the corporation.
Typical responsibilities include:
- 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.
- Support Eastman’s adherence to environmental regulations and operating permits by performing environmental calculations for batch and continuous processes in support of operating 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 that include process improvement, scale-up, environmental operations, manufacturing personnel, capital project teams, and external contractors.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with one or more of the following:
o supporting innovation, technology development, or scale-up activities.
o supporting capital projects.
o performing techno-economic analysis.
o 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.
Desired Attributes
- Intellectual curiosity and a passion for understanding how things work.
- Desire to become a long-term technical expert and steward of organizational knowledge.
- Ability to influence decisions through technical credibility and data-driven recommendations.
- Willingness to challenge assumptions respectfully and constructively.
- Commitment to collaboration, knowledge sharing, and helping others succeed.
- Interest in solving difficult, high-impact technical problems that influence Eastman's future.
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 is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.
Nearest Major Market: Asheville
Nearest Secondary Market: Knoxville
Job Segment: Chemical Engineer, Construction, Process Engineer, Design Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Engineering
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 www.eastman.com.
Responsibilities
The Process Design and Optimization (PDO) group is part of Worldwide Engineering & Construction's Process Engineering and Optimization organization. PDO 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.
This position offers the opportunity to work on some of Eastman's most challenging and impactful technical problems. Team members engage early in the development of new technologies, influence major business and investment decisions, and help shape the future of Eastman's manufacturing processes. PDO has a long history of developing recognized technical experts and providing opportunities for engineers to build broad influence across the company through technical leadership.
The Process Design and Optimization (PDO) group has an opening for a Chemical Engineer with experience in process engineering, process development, scale-up, or process improvement activities. The successful candidate will leverage chemical engineering fundamentals, process simulation, and data-driven decision making to support innovation initiatives, capital projects, and operational improvement efforts across the corporation.
Typical responsibilities include:
- 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.
- Support Eastman’s adherence to environmental regulations and operating permits by performing environmental calculations for batch and continuous processes in support of operating 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 that include process improvement, scale-up, environmental operations, manufacturing personnel, capital project teams, and external contractors.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with one or more of the following:
o supporting innovation, technology development, or scale-up activities.
o supporting capital projects.
o performing techno-economic analysis.
o 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.
Desired Attributes
- Intellectual curiosity and a passion for understanding how things work.
- Desire to become a long-term technical expert and steward of organizational knowledge.
- Ability to influence decisions through technical credibility and data-driven recommendations.
- Willingness to challenge assumptions respectfully and constructively.
- Commitment to collaboration, knowledge sharing, and helping others succeed.
- Interest in solving difficult, high-impact technical problems that influence Eastman's future.
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 is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.
Nearest Major Market: Asheville
Nearest Secondary Market: Knoxville
Job Segment: Chemical Engineer, Construction, Process Engineer, Design Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Engineering
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Eastman Chemical's 45 open roles are across all levels, and about 2% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are business development, engineering (Non-Software), and business operations. Eastman Chemical is a specialty chemicals and materials company serving customers across industries such as transportation, building and construction, consumables, and industrial manufacturing. Open positions span technical disciplines, including process and mechanical engineering, laboratory work, and product development, as well as commercial and operational functions such as procurement, logistics, treasury, and business development. Most Eastman Chemical roles are based in Kingsport, with some in St. Louis and Springfield.
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How many jobs is Eastman Chemical hiring for right now?
Eastman Chemical is hiring for 45 open roles on Migrate Mate as of October 15, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in business development and engineering (Non-Software). Positions span engineering, operations, finance, procurement, and commercial functions across experience levels.
What kinds of roles does Eastman Chemical hire for?
The most active teams are business development, engineering (Non-Software), and business operations. Eastman Chemical's open positions cover technical roles such as process engineers, mechanical reliability engineers, and lab technicians alongside commercial and operational roles including product managers, logistics analysts, procurement managers, and business development managers. Most postings are across all levels, reflecting a mix of individual contributor and leadership positions across functions.
Are Eastman Chemical jobs remote or in-person?
Mostly on-site. About 2% of Eastman Chemical's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of October 15, 2026, with the rest based in Kingsport. Each Eastman Chemical listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
How do I apply to a job at Eastman Chemical?
Find a role that fits your background among Eastman Chemical's open positions on Migrate Mate, then follow the listing through to Eastman Chemical's own careers site to submit your application. Eastman Chemical manages its own hiring process, including interviews and offer decisions, directly with candidates.
What do Eastman Chemical jobs pay?
Listed salaries for Eastman Chemical roles on Migrate Mate range from about $72,000 to $237,000 per year as of October 15, 2026, with most postings at across all levels. Exact pay is set by Eastman Chemical and shown on each listing.
Does Eastman Chemical hire entry-level?
Most of Eastman Chemical's open roles on Migrate Mate are across all levels as of October 15, 2026. Check individual Eastman Chemical listings for stated experience requirements.
Where is Eastman Chemical hiring?
Most Eastman Chemical roles are based in Kingsport, with some in St. Louis and Springfield, and about 2% offer remote or hybrid work as of October 15, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.