Senior FEA Analyst & Mechanical Design Lead - Remote

Zen Sherpa LLC; Peoria (IL); Remote; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Time off & holidays

401(k)

Health coverage

Disability protection

Job summary

Zen Sherpa LLC is seeking an experienced FEA Analyst to support advanced engineering simulations for heavy machinery. You will analyze structural mechanics, lead design efforts, and contribute to field-ready solutions across projects with national scope.

Responsibilities include running ANSYS simulations, validating crane and lifting system components, and producing technical reports. Remote work with up to 10% travel and collaboration with fabrication teams are expected.

Qualifications

• Extensive FEA experience on heavy equipment components.
• Strong background in structural mechanics and weldments.
• Ability to document calculations and design packages clearly.
• US citizen or Green Card holder; able to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Run linear/nonlinear FEA simulations and validate results.
• Lead mechanical design from concept to field deployment.
• Develop 3D models and engineering documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to design reviews.

Skills

FEA analysis

Structural mechanics

Team leadership

Documentation

Education

BSME with 10+ years experience

MSME with 5+ years experience

Tools

ANSYS

SolidWorks

Inventor

Creo/Pro/E

Job description

Zen Sherpa LLC is seeking an experienced FEA Analyst to support advanced engineering simulations for heavy machinery. You will analyze structural mechanics, lead design efforts, and contribute to field-ready solutions across projects with national scope.

Responsibilities include running ANSYS simulations, validating crane and lifting system components, and producing technical reports. Remote work with up to 10% travel and collaboration with fabrication teams are expected.