Process Development Engineer
$112,000–$154,000 year
On-siteMartinsville, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Lead process development and scale-up activities for Window Films and Paint Protection Films, bridging R&D and manufacturing to advance new products to commercial scale. Scout external vendors and technologies, develop capital project proposals, and champion process capabilities while identifying floor improvements to enhance quality and cost. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement root-cause analysis, statistical process control, and Technology-Manufacturing Readiness protocols. Provide technical assessments to guide management decisions and document project outcomes through clear technical reports. Represent Eastman in tolling opportunities and advocate for appropriate scale-up facilities.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor/Master of Science/Art – Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, Optical, Physics or related discipline
- 3+ years of experience in an R&D, Engineering and/or Operations
- Familiar with Six Sigma Methodology as well as Minitab and/or JMP
- Experience/familiar with wet coating application: Gravure and Slot Die
- Ability to handle multiple assignments of varying complexity
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills for implementation of cross-functional process improvements
- Strong background in analytical and quantitative skills for problem solving of large/complex problems and proven ability in decision making
- Good written, listening, and verbal communication skills
- Be a team player in a team environment
- Be a self-starter and a self-motivator
- Can respond to call outs and flexibility to work overtime and extended hours during weekdays (including weekends and holidays if needed)
- Have a desire to make a measurable positive impact to plant performance and profitability
- Have a desire to obtain hands on experience in R&D and plant operating environments
Desired Qualifications
- Familiar with roll-to-roll Web Technology a plus but not required
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