Senior FEA Analyst — Remote (Heavy Machinery)

Zen Sherpa LLC; Peoria (IL); Remoto; USD 120.000 - 190.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive pay

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Disability protection

Descrizione del lavoro

Zen Sherpa LLC is seeking a seasoned Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Analyst for a remote role serving customers nationwide. The position focuses on advanced engineering simulations and mechanical design for heavy equipment, cranes, and high‑capacity structures.

You’ll perform FEA analyses, validate results, develop 3D models, and lead design from concept to field implementation, mentoring junior engineers and collaborating across teams.

Competenze

• BSME with 10+ years or MSME with 5+ years of FEA experience
• 10+ years mechanical engineering experience in cranes, lifting systems or heavy equipment
• Advanced FEA experience; ANSYS preferred
• Strong background in structural mechanics, weldments, heavy steel structures, and load‑bearing systems
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, Inventor, or Pro/E/Creo
• U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder
• Ability to travel up to 10%

Mansioni

• Perform FEA simulations (linear, nonlinear, contact, buckling, fatigue, large‑deflection) using ANSYS or similar tools
• Analyze and validate crane structures, lifting beams, rigging components
• Develop 3D models and drawings 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
• 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

Conoscenze

Advanced FEA

Structural mechanics

Documentation

Leadership

Travel readiness

Formazione

BSME

MSME

Strumenti

ANSYS

SolidWorks

Inventor

Pro/E/Creo

Descrizione del lavoro

Zen Sherpa LLC is seeking a seasoned Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Analyst for a remote role serving customers nationwide. The position focuses on advanced engineering simulations and mechanical design for heavy equipment, cranes, and high‑capacity structures.

You’ll perform FEA analyses, validate results, develop 3D models, and lead design from concept to field implementation, mentoring junior engineers and collaborating across teams.