Senior Process Engineer and Office Leader

Role

Senior Process Engineer and Office Leader responsible for leading process utility design for advanced semiconductor and high‑tech industrial projects and serving as the visible leader for a local office. The role combines technical leadership on complex process systems (UPW, specialty gas, chemical distribution), project delivery in a design‑build environment, mentorship of engineering teams, client-facing responsibilities, and oversight of office culture, facilities, and budgets.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for process engineering across project phases from concept and PFD development to detailed P&IDs, isometrics, equipment specifications, and construction documentation.
• Lead hydraulic calculations, friction loss analysis, pump and heat exchanger sizing, NPSH, pressure drop, thermal expansion, and surge analysis; perform steady‑state and transient hydraulic modeling and pipe stress analysis.
• Ensure multidisciplinary coordination, constructability, QA/QC, peer reviews, and adherence to safety, purity, and industry standards.
• Mentor and develop junior and mid‑level engineers; build and maintain process engineering standards, templates, and P&ID libraries.
• Serve as an approachable office leader: cultivate inclusive culture, drive staff development and career pathing, manage office facilities and budgets, and organize technical knowledge‑sharing activities.
• Lead client relationship development, participate in pursuit and proposal efforts, represent the firm at industry events, and coordinate with vendors, regulators, and contractors.

AI and Innovation

• Support and accelerate adoption of AI and digital tools: responsible access to AI Large Language Models and vibe‑coding platforms, with training to integrate AI into workflows for productivity and design innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited program.
• 10+ years of process engineering experience focused on semiconductors, cleanroom, or similarly complex process utility design.
• Proven leadership guiding internal process engineering teams through all project phases in a design‑build delivery model.
• Demonstrated office leadership or people management experience and strong client‑facing, presentation, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with codes, standards, safety and material compatibility for high‑purity systems; experience with hydraulic and pipe stress analysis and P&ID development.
• PE license in the U.S. preferred; ability to obtain reciprocity or multi‑state licensure is highly valued.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $130,000 – $200,000 per year (commensurate with location, education, and experience).
• Leadership bonus program and ownership/investment opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; employer‑paid life insurance; wellness programs.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Professional development funding, PE licensure and exam support, conference attendance, and structured career advancement.
• Generous paid time off plus paid holidays and flexible scheduling to support work‑life balance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience designing semiconductor wafer fabrication process systems across multiple technology nodes.
• Experience with bulk gas tank farm design, hydrogen safety per CGA and NFPA 55, and solvent/acid waste segregation and treatment.
• Knowledge of sustainable process design practices (UPW reclaim/recycle, waste heat recovery) and familiarity with LEED or equivalent frameworks.
• Track record on fast‑track, large‑scale integrated design‑build projects, early contractor involvement, modular procurement, and leading organizational change including adoption of AI tools.