Responsibilities

 As a Mechanical Technologist you will provide mechanical technical support for Eastman manufacturing units in Kingsport, TN.  Individuals in this role utilize a broad range of mechanical skills on projects that range from small, fast-paced production projects to development projects, to execution of capital projects.  
 
Responsibilities: 
 
•    The primary responsibility will be to support a manufacturing division in the design and installation of various mechanical projects including engineering studies, mechanical equipment/instrument specification and selection, capital project support, project estimating, technical field support and troubleshooting of systems and equipment, project scope documentation, equipment selection and installation design, etc.

•    Ensure mechanical safety in manufacturing areas and work safely.

•    Collaborate with Maintenance, Development, and Manufacturing teams to achieve production, reliability, and maintenance goals.

•    Lead and work with Plant Engineering teams to provide technical solutions, project management, and support throughout project cycles.

•    Assist in the installation, check-out, and start-up of new or modified equipment and systems.

•    Support and mentor teams, contribute to global engineering initiatives, and provide mechanical technical support for troubleshooting and operational improvements.

•    Utilize various digital tools and software for project management and documentation.

•    Produce drawings, cost estimates, and support department initiatives while ensuring safety.

Qualifications

•    Associates Degree or 5 years equivalent experience in technical field

•    Has advanced and specialized expertise, typically developed through a combination of job-related training and considerable on-the-job experience. Strong preference for experience in an industrial or chemical plant environment. 

Preferred experience to include:
•    Technical Expertise: Experience with design, drafting, field verification, installation, documentation, troubleshooting, and problem-solving equipment in a chemical plant environment. General knowledge of mechanical components, including pumps, piping systems, valves, fans, machine design, textile equipment, piping analysis, and chemical process equipment.

•    Project Management: Skills in project management, including capital project support (scope, definition, estimating), and technical field support of mechanical systems and equipment.

•    Documentation and Analysis: Working knowledge of P&ID and Mechanical/Piping documentation. Excellent analysis and communication skills to interpret manufacturing requests and convey technical solutions.

•    Software Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, SAP experience a plus.

•    Work Environment Adaptability: Ability to work in both design office and operating plant environments.

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.