Overview
On Site
Full Time
Skills
Innovation
Customer Engagement
Application Development
Engineering Design
Due Diligence
IDS
Procurement
Acceptance Testing
Preventive Maintenance
RCM
Sustainability
Energy
Recovery
Regulatory Compliance
Capital Budgeting
Estimating
Return On Investment
Risk Assessment
Management
Mentorship
Training
Heat Transfer
Adobe AIR
AutoCAD
SolidWorks
Microsoft Office
Startups
Testing
Programmable Logic Controller
Communication
Mechanical Engineering
Law
Job Details
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 14,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2024 revenue of approximately $9.4 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit ;br>
Responsibilities
We are seeking a highly skilled, experienced and results oriented Mechanical Utilities Engineer to join our Global Engineering Design Services department within Worldwide Engineering and Construction as a part-time employee.
Support near-term effort to perform due diligence site evaluations from a Mechanical Utilities Engineering perspective.
Lead design and technical specification of mechanical utility systems for new construction, renovations, and plant upgrades, including sizing and selection of boilers, chillers, heat exchangers, pumps, piping, valves, and control systems.
Prepare engineering calculations, P&IDs, isometrics, equipment datasheets, schematic drawings, load profiles, and material lists.
Support procurement: develop bid packages, evaluate vendor submittals, and perform technical vendor reviews.
Oversee installation, commissioning, startup, and validation of mechanical utility systems; develop testing protocols and witness FAT/SAT (Factory/Site Acceptance Testing).
Provide operational support and troubleshooting for plant processes and utilities to minimize downtime and maintain production continuity.
Implement and manage preventative maintenance strategies and reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) for utility assets.
Perform energy and sustainability analyses; identify, quantify, and implement energy savings and heat-recovery opportunities.
Ensure compliance with codes, standards, environmental permits, and safety requirements (ASME, NFPA, ASHRAE, local plumbing and mechanical codes, OSHA).
Support capital planning: provide lifecycle cost estimates, ROI, risk assessments, and budgetary forecasts.
Manage and update sitewide utilities standards
Mentor junior engineers, operators and technicians; lead training for system operation and emergency procedures.
Qualifications
Extensive experience as a Mechanical Utilities Engineer is required.
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related engineering discipline.
35+ years' relevant experience designing, commissioning, or operating mechanical utility systems in industrial facilities.
Strong knowledge of hydronic systems, steam systems, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, piping and valve selection, and heat transfer fundamentals.
Knowledge of compressed air systems, nitrogen generation, and chilled or process-water glycol systems.
Proficiency with engineering tools and software: AutoCAD (preferred), SolidWorks (as applicable), hydraulic/piping calculation tools, simulation tools (e.g., KYPipe, TRACE, or similar), and Microsoft Office.
Hands-on experience with commissioning, startup testing, troubleshooting and field support.
Familiarity with automation and controls basics (DCS/BMS/PLC) and integration of mechanical systems with building or plant control systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience producing specifications, reports, and drawings.
Able to work safely in mechanical rooms, rooftops, and confined spaces following safety protocols.
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 highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.
Responsibilities
We are seeking a highly skilled, experienced and results oriented Mechanical Utilities Engineer to join our Global Engineering Design Services department within Worldwide Engineering and Construction as a part-time employee.
Support near-term effort to perform due diligence site evaluations from a Mechanical Utilities Engineering perspective.
Lead design and technical specification of mechanical utility systems for new construction, renovations, and plant upgrades, including sizing and selection of boilers, chillers, heat exchangers, pumps, piping, valves, and control systems.
Prepare engineering calculations, P&IDs, isometrics, equipment datasheets, schematic drawings, load profiles, and material lists.
Support procurement: develop bid packages, evaluate vendor submittals, and perform technical vendor reviews.
Oversee installation, commissioning, startup, and validation of mechanical utility systems; develop testing protocols and witness FAT/SAT (Factory/Site Acceptance Testing).
Provide operational support and troubleshooting for plant processes and utilities to minimize downtime and maintain production continuity.
Implement and manage preventative maintenance strategies and reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) for utility assets.
Perform energy and sustainability analyses; identify, quantify, and implement energy savings and heat-recovery opportunities.
Ensure compliance with codes, standards, environmental permits, and safety requirements (ASME, NFPA, ASHRAE, local plumbing and mechanical codes, OSHA).
Support capital planning: provide lifecycle cost estimates, ROI, risk assessments, and budgetary forecasts.
Manage and update sitewide utilities standards
Mentor junior engineers, operators and technicians; lead training for system operation and emergency procedures.
Qualifications
Extensive experience as a Mechanical Utilities Engineer is required.
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related engineering discipline.
35+ years' relevant experience designing, commissioning, or operating mechanical utility systems in industrial facilities.
Strong knowledge of hydronic systems, steam systems, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, piping and valve selection, and heat transfer fundamentals.
Knowledge of compressed air systems, nitrogen generation, and chilled or process-water glycol systems.
Proficiency with engineering tools and software: AutoCAD (preferred), SolidWorks (as applicable), hydraulic/piping calculation tools, simulation tools (e.g., KYPipe, TRACE, or similar), and Microsoft Office.
Hands-on experience with commissioning, startup testing, troubleshooting and field support.
Familiarity with automation and controls basics (DCS/BMS/PLC) and integration of mechanical systems with building or plant control systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience producing specifications, reports, and drawings.
Able to work safely in mechanical rooms, rooftops, and confined spaces following safety protocols.
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 highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.
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