Process Piping Engineering Lead - San Diego, CA

Tetra Tech•San Diego, CA

14h•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Process Piping Engineering Lead, you will play a critical role in designing and developing advanced process systems for science and technology, healthcare, and advanced technology facilities. You will lead the engineering design of key systems such as compressed air, vacuum systems, ultrapure water, bulk gas storage, and hazardous wastewater collection and treatment. Your leadership will drive technical excellence, project success, and team growth while ensuring the highest quality standards in process-focused 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.
Coordinate with external stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies, to ensure project alignment and compliance.
Provide construction administration support including submittals, 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, Plumbing, and Mechanical Codes.
Utilize design coordination software, including Navisworks, Bluebeam, and Revit.
Drive client satisfaction through effective project execution and strong business relationships.