Lead Process Engineer

Position Overview

The Lead Process Engineer will have a strong background in advanced technology or industrial manufacturing facilities engineering and design. The Lead Engineer works independently on various projects as assigned by the Department Manager or Project Manager and oversees the entire process system design process or assists as a technical expert on specialized design projects within the Semiconductor, Data Center, Solar, and Electric Vehicle/Battery industries.

The Lead Process Engineer may work on several concurrent projects and is a recognized expert within the Process Engineering Discipline. This role may include some supervisory or managerial responsibilities.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on advanced technology facilities and related assigned projects.
• Conduct feasibility studies and provide technical expertise in the evaluations of applicable systems.
• Assess the requirements of a project, break a project into tasks, and work with a Project Manager to determine the scope of work, budget, and staffing.
• Write scopes of work based on preliminary review and meetings with the client.
• Prepare engineering studies and schematic designs for new systems and analyze the operation of existing systems.
• Work with code officials and other design professionals when an interpretation or exception to building codes is required.
• Assign and review the work of the project design team. Check the progress of work and alert the Project Manager to change of scope or additional services.
• Review contractor applications for payments, utilizing a thorough understanding of the construction process.
• Coordinate all aspects of project document completion internally and externally with clients and other design professionals.
• Prepare or review construction budgets based on experience and scope of project.
• Assist in the education and development of design staff and act as a resource for design questions.
• Utilize computer‑assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents.

• Provide drawings for own designs and produce sketches to incorporate in drawings by drafters.
• Research design options and document findings for Project Designer/Engineer.
• Ensure that drawings and designs are in accordance with company production and design standards.
• Provide indirect supervision of small to medium‑sized teams or manage a small team of direct reports consisting of Engineers, Designers, and Drafters as needed as an extension of the Department Manager.
• Special projects as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field with proven experience in process engineering and systems design for advanced technology industrial manufacturing and related facilities projects. Direct experience working for A/E or EPCM consultancy is strongly preferred.
• The typical minimum level of experience for a Lead Engineer can be 10 years.
• Registered Professional Engineer required.
• Expertise in computer operation for engineering design programs and computer‑aided drafting. Proficiency in using standard engineering, CADD, and business software including but not exclusive to AutoCAD, Revit, BIM/3D platforms, MS Office Suite.
• Ability to develop and create engineering calculations, data sheets, equipment sizing, PFDs and P&IDs using applicable software platforms required.
• Possess a strong understanding, knowledge, and direct experience with the design of advanced technologies industrial manufacturing facilities and equipment layout. Systems include, but not limited to, Gases, Chemicals, Specialty Waters, Wastewater Treatment, and Wastes used in high‑tech manufacturing facilities.
• Strong understanding of applicable industry‑specific codes, standards, and regulations.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with cross‑functional teams and clients. Possess experience or willingness to lead small to medium‑sized teams either as direct or indirect reports.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Applicants must have the right to work in the United States. We do not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
• Relocation packages will be considered for qualified candidates.

IPS will not sponsor employment visas for this position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Springtide without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran, marital, or citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. Springtide is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.