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Eastman

Senior AI Engineer

Kingsport, TN

$99K - $136K/yr

As an AI Engineer you will lead the design, development and adoption of new technology and ... OPT who subsequently would require ongoing visa sponsorship. Eastman Chemical Company is an equal ...

PNC Bank

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position ... Provides engineering support to existing technology in a production environment and collaborating ...

PNC Bank

$142K - $191K/yr

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position. The Software Engineer Principal is a part of a team responsible for modernizing legacy technology ...

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PNC Bank

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position. Preferred experience in: * Strong experience in test automation engineering (building and ...

PNC Bank

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position. Preferred experience in: * Strong experience in test automation engineering (building and ...

PNC Bank

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position ... Provides engineering support to existing technology in a production environment and collaborating ...

PNC Bank

$54.75 - $75.25/hr

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position ... Java (Programming Language), Process Improvements, Release Management, RESTful APIs, Software ...

PNC Bank

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position ... Partner with DevOps onDocker/Kubernetes deployments, environment configuration, and release ...

PNC Bank

As a Software Engineer within PNC's Technology organization, you will be based in Phoenix, AZ. This ... PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

PNC Bank

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position ... Programming Language), Microservices Architecture, Process Improvements, Release Management ...

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How much do opt engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for opt engineer in Tennessee is $79,162.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,400.00 and $88,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of projects and teams do Opt Engineers typically work on?

Opt Engineers often collaborate on multidisciplinary teams to design, prototype, and test optical components or systems such as lenses, lasers, or imaging devices. Your daily responsibilities may involve hands-on laboratory work, simulations using specialized software, and presenting technical findings to colleagues and stakeholders. You’ll likely work with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers, and may interact with manufacturing or quality assurance teams throughout a project's lifecycle. This environment encourages ongoing learning and cross-functional problem-solving, offering opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge advancements in fields like telecommunications, healthcare, and aerospace. As you gain experience, you can move into lead engineering roles, project management, or specialized technical positions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Opt Engineer position, and why are they important?

To excel as an Opt Engineer, you need strong analytical skills, a thorough understanding of optics and photonics, and a relevant degree in physics, optical engineering, or a related field. Proficiency with optical design software (such as Zemax or Code V), laboratory equipment, and familiarity with industry standards or certifications like SPIE or OSA membership can be advantageous. Excellent problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and strong communication skills set candidates apart in this collaborative and detail-oriented field. These skills are crucial for developing precise optical systems, troubleshooting complex issues, and ensuring successful project outcomes in diverse technical environments.

What does an Opt Engineer do?

An Opt Engineer, or Optical Engineer, designs, develops, and optimizes optical systems and components used in various applications, such as telecommunications, medical devices, and imaging systems. They apply principles of optics, physics, and engineering to create high-performance optical solutions. Their responsibilities may include lens design, laser system development, fiber optics, and optical testing. Additionally, they collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integration with electronic and mechanical components.

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Senior AI Engineer

Senior AI Engineer

Eastman

Kingsport, TN

$99K - $136K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Eastman Chemical rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 66 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

23rd of 92 rated chemical manufacturers

Job description

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.

Responsibilities

As part of the Artificial Intelligence organization at Eastman, AI Engineers are working on digital transformation. We are developing enterprise solutions for Enterprise-wide AI transformation. As an AI Engineer you will lead the design, development and adoption of new technology and analytics, help contribute to our AI strategy, and partner with leaders across the company. The role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful creation and roll-out of AI driven solutions. This role will also involve leading projects to deploy Agents to automate work.

AI Engineers at Eastman will perform work including:


•    Design, develop, and implement systems leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs) for various applications.
•    Prepare data, fine-tune models, and build data, analytics and ML Pipelines to support
•    Collaborate with business partners and key stakeholders to understand their needs and present insights and solutions.
•    Build innovative AI solutions tailored to business requirements.
•    Utilize cloud technologies in Azure and/or AWS for deploying and managing AI models and solutions.
•    Communicate complex technical concepts and results to non-technical audiences effectively.
•    Stay current with advancements in AI and apply them to solve business challenges.
•    Participate in efforts to improve enterprise adoption and proficiency in the use of AI tools
•    Lead the design and development of solutions using Agentic AI

Qualifications

•    4+ years of experience in software engineering, data science, AI, or a related field.

•    2+ years experience building AI and agentic solutions.
•    Proficiency in software development and statistical analysis.
•    Strong communication skills and the ability to present technical results to business stakeholders.
•    Experience with solution architecting and design.
•    Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as Azure and/or AWS.
•    Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or similar.
•    Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
•    Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.


Preferred Qualifications:


•    Experience with complex enterprise scale agentic system design
•    Experience with Kubernetes, event driven systems, IaC, and other tools to operationalize AI systems
•    Experience with the monitoring, evaluation, and systematic self-improvement of agentic systems
•    History of project leadership and development
•    Familiarity with Agile development

Note

Eastman will not accept applicants for this offered position who require visa sponsorship, including those whose status is F-1 visa OPT who subsequently would require ongoing visa sponsorship.

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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