Process Piping Engineering Lead - Portland

Process Piping Engineering Lead - Semiconductor & Advanced Technology

Glumac, a Tetra Tech company, is seeking a Process Piping Engineering Lead to lead and grow a team of process engineers in the California Bay Area or Oregon offices. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in process or process piping engineering and a passion for complex system design.

Lead design and development of advanced process systems for semiconductor, science and technology, health‑care, and advanced technology facilities. Responsible for engineering key systems such as ultrapure water, process cooling water, compressed air and vacuum systems, bulk gas storage, and hazardous wastewater collection and treatment.

• 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 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Professional Engineering Stamp – Mechanical or Chemical (in CA, or willing to obtain 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.

• 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.

Hybrid work environment with a requirement of two in‑office days per week in one of our California or Oregon offices. All candidates must be located in and eligible to work in the U.S.

Salary range: $130k–$170k (depending on experience). The base salary will be determined by location, experience, responsibilities, and qualifications. The salary range is one component of Glumac’s total compensation package, which includes benefits, professional development opportunities, and additional incentives.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.