Process Analytics Engineer - Analyzer Systems & Safety

Eastman; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastman in Longview, Texas is seeking a Process Analyzer Engineer to deliver expert support for process analyzers, sample systems, and online analytical services across plant operations. The role emphasizes reliability, safety, and continuous improvement of analyzer systems at the Longview site, with opportunities to support other locations as needed.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in chemistry or engineering and at least 3 years of relevant experience in analytical lab or process

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering is required.
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in analytical lab or with process analyzer design/maintenance.
• Strong understanding of power distribution, controls and process instrumentation.
• Experience with process analyzers, sample systems, and environmental monitoring is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert process analyzer engineering support for a chemical manufacturing environment, primarily for the Texas site, with the flexibility to assist other sites as required.
• Identify and implement opportunities for improved process analyzers, sample systems, and on-line analytical services with a focus on quality, cost and reliability.
• Maintain technical expertise in assigned functional areas of process analyzers and sample systems, including process gas chromatographs, process safety analyzers and environmental monitoring.
• Provide engineering design, equipment specifications and scope definition to support procurement and construction activities for capital and maintenance projects.
• Develop forecast cost and schedule estimates for capital and maintenance projects involving process analyzers and sample systems.
• Lead and participate on standards teams to develop and maintain analyzer and sample system standards and practices, aligning with PIP and other applicable industry standards.
• Interpret codes and standards related to functional areas of expertise and ensure their application across site projects.
• Provide training to operating departments and Analyzer Mechanics related to assigned functional areas.
• Stay updated on emerging analyzer technologies and industry best practices by attending user symposiums, engaging with vendors, participating in training sessions and reviewing relevant literature.
• Serve as an active contributor to the TXO Process Analyzer Team (TX PAT) and the Eastman Corporate Process Analyzer Collaboration Team (PACT) to drive alignment between Engineering, Maintenance and Operations.
• Collaborate with E&I team members on continuous improvement initiatives focused on enhancing analyzer engineering processes and standards.
• Offer on-call analyzer engineering support for plant maintenance and operations, ensuring timely resolutions to issues that arise.
• Provide maintenance troubleshooting support for more complex on-line analyzer issues.
• Execute all responsibilities with a strong emphasis on safety in both work practices and design considerations.
• Foster teamwork and prioritize customer satisfaction in all interactions.
• Support the Management of Change process.
• Prioritize work assignments based on safety, environmental considerations, regulatory compliance and economic impact to Eastman.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Safety focus

Problem solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Eastman in Longview, Texas is seeking a Process Analyzer Engineer to deliver expert support for process analyzers, sample systems, and online analytical services across plant operations. The role emphasizes reliability, safety, and continuous improvement of analyzer systems at the Longview site, with opportunities to support other locations as needed.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in chemistry or engineering and at least 3 years of relevant experience in analytical lab or process