Electrical Engineer - Power/Motors Experience

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 and diverse company, Eastman employs approximately 14,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2023 revenue of approximately $9.2 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit www.eastman.com.

As an Electrical Engineer in Eastman’s Engineering & Services Department, Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Group, you’ll provide electrical engineering technical support for plant operating and maintenance departments. You’ll also provide electrical engineering support for capital projects including definition of the electrical/instrument scope of project, input to estimates, design and specification of equipment, and other needed capital project services. You will maintain expertise in assigned functional areas and areas of subject matter expertise. You will also maintain Corporate and site standards related to assigned functional areas, aligning these with other industry standards as applicable. 

Job Responsibilities

• Provide electrical and instrument (E&I) engineering technical support, primarily for the Longview, Texas but for other sites as requested
• Identify opportunities for improved electrical design (e.g., improved safety, quality, cost, reliability, etc.)
• Maintain technical expertise in assigned functional areas such as power distribution, electric motors, variable frequency drives, etc
• Provide or coordinate training for operating departments and Control Systems Mechanics related to assigned functional areas
• Provide forecast cost and schedule estimates for capital and maintenance projects
• Determine scope of work for electrical portion of projects
• Provide engineering design and specifications to support procurement and construction activities for projects
• Lead and/or participate on standards teams to develop standards and practices to be used for capital and maintenance projects
• Maintain knowledge of latest innovations and technologies
• Interpret codes and standards related to functional areas of expertise
• Participate with E&I team members on improvement projects related to E&I processes
• Provide on-call E&I support for plant operations
• Prioritize work assignments based on the safety, environmental, regulatory and economic value to Eastman
• Electric motor expertise and functional ownership:
  • Work with Operations and Maintenance to resolve electric motor issues on low voltage and medium voltage motor applications
  • Provide engagement and support for capital projects involving motor installations
  • Monitor performance and maintain data on equipment where possible
  • Assist in the troubleshooting of motor or motor-related issues
  • Lead effort for the repair of large electrical motors
  • Communicate equipment repair status to stakeholders
  • Ensure that motor repair vendors meet Eastman standards for quality and safety
  • Visit motor repair facilities as needed to ensure quality and reliability of electric motor repairs
  • Engage in reliability reviews associated with motors to discern root causes
• Provide mentorship and sharing of knowledge for other team members
• Perform above duties with attention to safety in both work practices and design
• Perform above duties with a focus on teamwork and customer satisfaction

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university required
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in electrical power or motor specification, design and troubleshooting required
• Experience in chemical or petrochemical industry highly preferred
• General electrical engineering and project management skills, including all or some of the following:
  • Power distribution
  • Electrical system design
  • Grounding
  • Lighting
  • Motors
  • Variable frequency drives
• Must possess a mindset that injuries and safety events are avoidable; unwavering commitment to personnel and process safety
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment with personnel from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to effectively handle a large volume of important or urgent issues in a timely manner
• High level of initiative; ability to effectively self-manage a very demanding workload
• Ability to effectively represent Eastman interest with outside groups, companies, and agencies
• Ability to work independently and drive initiatives while providing good communication on status
• Service-oriented and customer-focused
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Good team leadership skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Good planning and organizing skills
• Strong curiosity and a desire to determine the root cause of a problem
• Desire for continuous improvement and development for personal growth

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, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.

Eastman is committed to creating a powerfully diverse workforce and a broadly inclusive workplace, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.