Electrical Engineer

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

• Support operations and electricians during ongoing plant operations including troubleshooting, equipment repairs and support during major turnarounds
• Lead the design and selection of electrical equipment considering factors such as safety, reliability, maintainability, cost and schedule
• Prepare and review engineering drawings, specifications and technical documents, ensuring compliance with industry standards, codes and regulations
• Apply industry codes and standards relevant to the chemical industry, such as NFPA 70, NEC, IEEE, and other applicable codes, in the design and evaluation of electrical systems and equipment
• Implement projects and process changes following Management of Change procedures
• Provide training on processes, process controls and changes to all levels within the department
• Provide on-call process operations support coverage on a rotating basis

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering required
• At least 1 year of electrical engineering experience in a manufacturing environment is required. Experience in chemical or petrochemical industry is preferred.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and standards related to Electrical Engineering in the chemical industry preferred
• Experience troubleshooting instruments, controllers, PLCs and Delta
  
  V DCS preferred
• Experience with SAP Maintenance preferred
  
  Experience with OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) preferred
• Strong communication and technical skills
• High degree of initiative
• Ability to contribute individually and as a leader in a team environment

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.

The base salary range for this position is $92,000 to $126,500.

At Eastman, we are committed to transparency and integrity in our compensation practices. Eastman includes salary ranges in some job postings to provide clear compensation information and to be compliant with state laws that require disclosure. Not all postings display ranges due to factors like location, market conditions, or position specifics. Compensation is based on qualifications and experience. Candidates are encouraged to discuss their salary questions during the interview process.

Your total rewards go far beyond a competitive salary. When you join Eastman, you gain access to an exceptional suite of programs designed to protect your health, grow your wealth, and fuel your career.

• Base pay plus performance-based incentive opportunities that let you share in our success.

• Comprehensive medical, prescription-drug, and dental coverage—paired with a Health Savings Account option to help you save tax-free dollars for care today or in the future.
• A robust menu of voluntary benefits—including vision, optional life, critical-illness protection, and more—so you can tailor coverage to fit your life.
• Holistic wellness support: financial-planning tools, family-building assistance (adoption, pregnancy, and fertility resources), parental leave, and confidential Employee Assistance Program counseling.

• 401(k) with a company match—plus an…