Principal Technical Service Engineer

Wat ga je doen?

• 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. 

Wat vragen wij?

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.

Core Qualifications

• BSc, MSc, or PhD in Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• ≥ 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 (mandatory); proficiency in at least one other European language preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%. 

Wat bieden wij?

Eastman is committed to creating a powerfully diverse workforce and a broadly inclusive workplace, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day