Senior Mechanical Engineer - Lifting Systems (Remote)

About the Role

We’re searching for a Senior Mechanical Engineer - Lifting Systems to join our team at Zen Sherpa LLC. This remote role is focused on designing, analyzing, and supporting offshore and industrial lifting equipment, including cranes, hoists, winches, lifting beams, and welded steel structures. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will collaborate closely with fabrication shops, field technicians, and customer operations teams across the United States. This position is open to candidates located within the 48 contiguous United States, with occasional travel (approximately 10%, one week per quarter) to customer sites, fabrication facilities, or field locations.

What You'll Do

• Lead mechanical design for cranes, lifting beams, hoists, and rigging systems.
• Create 3D models & drawings in SolidWorks, Inventor, or Creo.
• Run FEA, load calculations, and structural analysis.
• Manage projects from concept to delivery — including fabrication and field support.
• Collaborate with customers, vendors, and fabrication teams.
• Support testing, commissioning, and incident investigations.
• Support fabrication shops and field teams across the Houston region.

Requirements

• 10+ years of mechanical design experience in cranes, lifting systems, or heavy equipment.
• U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, Inventor, or Creo.
• Ability to travel approximately 10% of the time.

Nice to Have

• Background in offshore, industrial, or construction lifting environments.
• Familiarity with gantry systems, winches, and PLC-integrated equipment.
• Experience writing work packs, test plans, and field documentation.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: An attractive base salary and retention and performance bonuses, commensurate with experience.
• Generous Time Off: Paid holidays, PTO, and flexible time off to recharge and maintain work-life balance.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan to secure your future.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• Disability Protection: Short-term and long-term disability plans for peace of mind.