Senior Structural Designer I

Eastman Industrial Supply, Inc.; Kingsport (TN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastman is seeking an experienced engineer for 2D structural design in civil, steel, and architectural front. You will draft 2D drawings and collaborate with global teams on project deliverables, using AutoCAD and MicroStation in a multi-discipline environment.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of civil/structural drafting experience, familiarity with ACI and AISC codes, and the ability to incorporate client redlines while coordinating with Piping, Electrical, and Instrumentation groups.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an engineering and/or EPC environment.
• Experience with AutoCAD and MicroStation.
• Familiarity with American codes ACI and AISC.

Responsibilities

• Develop 2D drawings of steel and concrete structures from engineer instructions.
• Collaborate with global counterparts on deliverables for civil and structural elements.
• Work in Bentley MicroStation and AutoCAD environments.
• Incorporate client redlines or markups into drawings.
• Understand and apply steel and concrete design practices.
• Coordinate with Piping, Electrical & Instrumentation teams.

Skills

2D drafting

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Structural design

Communication skills

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

Bentley MicroStation

AutoCAD

E3D/PDMS

SP3D

Job description

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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 .

Key Responsibilities

This position will require an experienced, results-oriented professional to be responsible for 2D-structural design in Civil, Steel and Architectural front. The candidate may also be required to work in a multi-discipline team executing a variety of chemical manufacturing support projects and tasks to support our manufacturing sites. Projects will vary in scope from drafting support, redlines incorporation and detailed design.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with global counterparts to develop deliverables required for civil and structural elements and hence excellent communication skills a pre-requisite.
• Take instructions from Structural Engineer and develop 2D drawings of steel / concrete structures in Bentley Micro Station / AutoCAD.
• Shall possess expertise in E3D and Laser Scan environments.
• Should be able to understand redlines or markups made (on a drawing) by client and incorporate them.
• Should be conversant with both steel and concrete design practices.
• Should possess knowledge in all types of steel connections viz, bolted and welded.
• Should have had good exposure in American steel structural profiles.
• Should possess good visualization skills and shall be pro-active exhibiting personal ownership in the tasks undertaken.
• Shall need to work in close coordination with counterparts in other disciplines like Piping, Electrical & Instrumentation etc.

Basic Qualifications:

• Diploma / Degree – in Civil Engineering
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an Engineering and/or EPC company.
• Drafting tools: AutoCAD & MicroStation
• Experience with American codes - mainly ACI & AISC.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to other 3D Modelling software like PDS, E3D/PDMS or SP3D.

Eastman is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.