Applications Development and Technical Service Engineer - Western Europe

Eastman; Paris; Sur place; EUR 110 000 - 140 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Eastman is a global specialty materials company seeking an Application Development & Technical Service Engineer to lead Western Europe technical engagements. You will translate CTQs, guide material selection, mold design, and process optimization to deliver high-quality polymer solutions.

Responsibilities include driving design-for-manufacturability workshops, collaborating with R&D on sustainable products, and delivering technical trainings to customers, distributors, and internal teams.

Qualifications

• PhD in Polymer Science or related field; Master in Plastics acceptable.
• ≥10 years of industrial experience in plastic processing, injection molding expert.
• Fluent English and French mandatory; other European languages welcome.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% across Western Europe.

Responsabilités

• Translate brand/converter requirements into CTQ parameters for material selection and process optimization.
• Lead design-for-manufacturability workshops and injection-molding trials; solve processing challenges.
• Represent Eastman at conferences and standards committees; deliver expert presentations.
• Capture customer insights and work with R&D on sustainable product development.
• Develop technical trainings, webinars, and workshops for customers and teams.
• Monitor market and regulatory trends to identify new opportunities.
• Create technical marketing content and case studies for the value chain.
• Foster collaborations with universities and research institutes.

Connaissances

Polymer Science

Chemical Engineering

English

French

Public Speaking

Formation

PhD in Polymer Science

Master in Plastics

Description du poste

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 www.eastman.com.

Role

Eastman is a pioneer in commercial‑scale molecular recycling, producing virgin‑quality polymer resins for durable goods, cosmetic packaging, medical devices, and food‑contact applications. We are seeking for our Specialty Plastics BU an accomplished Application Development & Technical Service Engineer to lead technical engagement in Western Europe, collaborating with leading brands, converters, and retailers to advance circular‑economy solutions.

Responsibilities

• Translate brand and converter requirements into robust Critical‑To‑Quality (CTQ) parameters, guiding material selection, mold design, and process optimization.
• Lead design‑for‑manufacturability workshops—particularly injection‑molding trials—and resolve complex processing challenges.
• Represent Eastman at industry conferences, standards committees, and technical panels, delivering presentations that influence best practices.
• Capture and document customer insights, identify unmet needs, and partner with R&D to develop innovative, sustainable products.
• Develop and conduct advanced technical training, webinars, and workshops for customers, distributors, and internal teams.
• Monitor competitive materials, emerging processing technologies, and regulatory trends to uncover new application opportunities.
• Author technical marketing collateral, whitepapers, and case studies tailored to expert audiences across the value chain.
• Keep up to date with market, application and processing technology developments including competitive material and competing technology developments.
• Build up external relationships with universities and research institutes.

Distinguishing Qualifications & Achievements

Technical Leadership

• Invited speaker or panelist at leading international conferences.
• Peer‑reviewed publications or industry‑recognized technical articles.
• Leadership roles in industry bodies or direct influence on polymer processing standards.

Customer & Value‑Chain Engagement

• High‑visibility external workshops, webinars, or webinars that converted prospects into strategic customers.
• Proven track record of translating brand objectives into measurable process improvements and commercial success.
• Established relationships with major brands, converters, and retailers—able to align stakeholders around shared CTQs.

Qualifications

• PhD in Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline or Master in Plastics.
• ≥ 10 years of industrial experience in plastic processing technologies—expert in injection molding; additional skills in extrusion, blow molding, film casting, or thermoforming are highly valued.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English and French (mandatory) other European languages welcome.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.

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.