Senior FEA Analyst - Remote, Cranes & Heavy Machinery

Zen Sherpa LLC; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous time off

401(k) retirement plan

Health, dental, vision and life보험

Disability protection

Job summary

Zen Sherpa LLC is seeking a highly skilled Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Analyst to support advanced engineering simulations for heavy equipment and high-capacity structures. This remote role requires strong background in structural mechanics and hands-on FEA experience.

You will lead design efforts, develop 3D models, perform hand calculations, and prepare engineering reports while collaborating with cross-functional teams nationwide.

Qualifications

• BSME 10+ years or MSME with 5+ years of hands-on, demonstrated FEA experience with the analysis of major components of heavy equipment that could be mobile or stationary equipment
• 10+ years of mechanical engineering experience in cranes, lifting systems, or heavy mechanical equipment
• Advanced FEA experience (ANSYS strongly preferred)
• Strong background in structural mechanics, weldments, heavy steel structures, and load-bearing systems
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, Inventor, or Pro/E/Creo
• Demonstrated ability to produce well-documented calculations, FEA reports, and design packages
• U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder
• Ability to travel up to ~10%

Responsibilities

• Perform FEA simulations (linear, nonlinear, contact, buckling, fatigue, large-deflection) using ANSYS or similar tools
• Analyze and validate crane structures, lifting beams, rigging components, and heavy mechanical systems
• Develop 3D models, detailed drawings, and engineering documentation in SolidWorks, Inventor, or Creo
• Conduct hand calculations to verify FEA results and support design decisions
• Lead mechanical design from concept through prototype, testing, and field implementation
• Support customers with rapid engineering assessments and problem-solving
• Generate engineering reports, test plans, and work packs for fabrication and field execution
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, fabricators, and field technicians
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to design reviews and process improvements

Skills

FEA simulations

Crane structures / lifting systems

Leadership / mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation of calculations & FEA &s

Education

BSME

MSME

Tools

ANSYS

SolidWorks

Inventor

Creo/Pro/E

Job description

Zen Sherpa LLC is seeking a highly skilled Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Analyst to support advanced engineering simulations for heavy equipment and high-capacity structures. This remote role requires strong background in structural mechanics and hands-on FEA experience.

You will lead design efforts, develop 3D models, perform hand calculations, and prepare engineering reports while collaborating with cross-functional teams nationwide.