Process Piping Engineering Lead - Portland, OR

Tetra Tech•Portland, OR

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

Glumac, a Tetra Tech company, is seeking a Process Piping Engineering Lead to join their Semiconductor and Advanced Technology Team. This role is based in either the California Bay Area or Oregon offices and focuses on leading and growing a team of process engineers. The position involves technical excellence, innovation, and team development, offering a dynamic career path in facility engineering for complex systems. The Process Piping Engineering Lead will design and develop advanced process systems for semiconductor, science and technology, healthcare, and advanced technology facilities, including systems for ultrapure water, process cooling water, compressed air and vacuum, bulk gas storage, and hazardous wastewater. Leadership in this role will drive technical excellence, project success, and team growth while maintaining high-quality standards in process design and coordination.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required.
Professional Engineering Stamp – Mechanical or Chemical (in CA, or willing to get reciprocity in CA).
7+ years of experience in design and construction within the AEC industry.
Experience managing process system design within a consulting engineering or A/E firm.
Proven expertise in semiconductor, microelectronics, R&D, and clean room environments.
Strong knowledge of Building and Mechanical Codes, NFPA, and other relevant industry standards.
Experience leading and developing engineering teams.
Proficiency in Navisworks, Bluebeam, Revit, and MS Office.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Pipe-Flo.
Strong knowledge of thermal stress analysis and expansion calculations.
Knowledge of sustainability principles, energy-efficient designs, and energy codes.
Strong client relationships.
Familiarity with writing proposals including negotiating fees.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage design projects in clean rooms, fabrication facilities, microelectronics, industrial R&D labs, and hospital environments.
Develop process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and process piping designs.
Design high-purity water systems, bulk and specialty gas storage and distribution systems, and hazardous wastewater treatment.
Prepare technical specifications and datasheets for process equipment.
Stamp and sign engineering documents including drawings, reports, specifications, and calculations for submission to Authorities Having Jurisdiction.
Coordinate with external stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies, to ensure project alignment and compliance.
Provide construction administration support including submittits, RFIs, and site visits.
Lead and develop a team of process engineers, providing mentorship and technical guidance.
Ensure compliance with relevant codes and industry standards, including NFPA, Building, and Mechanical Codes.
Utilize design coordination software, including Navisworks, Bluebeam, and Revit.
Drive client satisfaction through effective project execution and strong business relationships.