Senior Process Engineer and Office Leader

SSOE; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SSOE is seeking a Senior Process Engineer and Office Leader in Austin to lead process engineering design for complex, large-scale semiconductor projects within an integrated design-build framework. You will mentor teams and build enduring client partnerships while representing the firm to stakeholders in a dynamic market.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, collaboration across disciplines, and guiding office growth, with access to advanced design tools and AI-enabled workflows to enhance

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive the process engineering design and planning for a portfolio of complex, large-scale advanced high-tech industrial and semiconductor projects from conceptual design and process flow diagram (PFD) development through detailed piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and construction documentation, within an integrated design-build delivery framework.

Job description

Senior Process Engineer and Office Leader

Job Locations

US-TX-Austin

Job Details

• ID: 2026-3849
• Category: Engineering
• Type: Full Time

Overview

Imagine engineering the sophisticated fluid, gas, and chemical delivery systems that form the lifeblood of the world’s most advanced semiconductor fabrication facilities and leading the team that makes it happen. At SSOE, you won’t just be executing tasks; you’ll continuously expand your expertise by confronting diverse and complex process engineering challenges unique to the semiconductor and advanced high-tech industrial sectors, while simultaneously guiding the culture, growth, and operational excellence of your office. You’ll be supported by access to advanced training, leading design and analysis tools including hydraulic modeling and pipe stress software, and a collaborative multidisciplinary culture. We foster your ambition with clear pathways for career progression, whether your aspiration is technical leadership, project management, becoming a revered subject matter expert in high-purity process systems, or growing as a regional leader. This role places you at the heart of a truly integrated team environment that champions knowledge sharing, innovation, and technical excellence, backed by the stability and proven delivery of a well-established firm.

As a Senior Process Engineer and Office Leader at SSOE, you will be a pivotal force in shaping both the process utility infrastructure of advanced semiconductor fabrication facilities and the professional community within your office. Your ability to inspire teams, build enduring client partnerships, and represent SSOE to stakeholders will drive office success and market growth. You will thrive in a collaborative, design-build environment where your technical expertise, business intelligence, and strategic problem-solving skills will be highly valued. This role offers the unique opportunity to work on technically complex, large-scale projects, lead and mentor internal engineering teams, represent the firm externally, and directly contribute to the success of our leading semiconductor clients and the sustained growth of our firm in this dynamic, high-growth sector.

AI and Innovation

At SSOE, we don’t just talk about the future, we build it. As a leader in industry AI adoption, we empower our team to work smarter by providing responsible access to the industry leading AI Large Language Models, vibe-coding platforms, and securely integrating advanced tools into every role. From day one, you’ll receive the training and support needed to leverage AI as a core tool for enhancing productivity, sparking creativity, and streamlining complex workflows.

Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Project Delivery

• Lead and drive the process engineering design and planning for a portfolio of complex, large-scale advanced high-tech industrial and semiconductor projects from conceptual design and process flow diagram (PFD) development through detailed piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and construction documentation, within an integrated design-build delivery framework.