Lead Civil/Structural Design 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 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 . Responsibilities We are seeking a highly skilled, experienced and results oriented Lead Civil/Structural Engineer to join our Eastman Corporate Engineering team. This position will work with both local and remote design teams to lead the execution of Civil/Structural engineering scope of work. As the Lead Civil/Structural Design Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing and executing the Civil/Structural engineering scope for various large capital projects during Pre-FEED, FEED and Detail Design phases. Your expertise in Civil/Structural engineering principles and practices, combined with your extensive experience in the chemical industry, will be crucial leading a project team of engineers and designers to achieve successful project execution. Location: Kingsport, TN or Houston, TX Responsibilities: + Develop and implement project specific Civil/Structural engineering execution plan to ensure efficient and effective project execution + Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, including all engineering disciplines, project managers, operations, and procurement, to ensure seamless project integration and successful project delivery + Lead and manage the execution of Engineering scope of work at the selected engineering service provider in all phases (Pre-FEED, FEED and Detail Design) + Monitor and reports actual progress and forecasting / check for discipline activities, including control of men-hours and delivered documents + 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 Staad Pro, REISA, TEKLA, E3D or other 3D platform, and other applicable codes, in the design and evaluation of Civil/Structural documents + Conduct thorough reviews and quality control checks to ensure compliance with design specifications and project requirements Qualifications + Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering required. Advanced degree preferred. + Minimum of 10 years of experience in Civil/Structural engineering field with focus on the chemical or chemical industry + Minimum of 5 years of experience as lead Civil/Structural engineer with experience in large capital projects execution + Ability to mentor and develop lesser experienced team members + Good written, listening and verbal communication skills + Proven experience in leading a project team of engineers and designers, with excellent leadership and communication skills + Familiarity with capital stage gate process and understanding of project execution + Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously + Knowledge of safety regulations and standards related to Civil/Structural engineering in the chemical industry + Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus + Open to travel as needed 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 powerfully diverse workforce and a broadly inclusive workplace, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.