Senior Mechanical Engineer

Zen Sherpa LLC; Roseville (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, vision insurance

Short/long-term disability

Job summary

Zen Sherpa LLC is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for on-site work in Little Canada, MN. The role focuses on the design, optimization, and validation of robust mobile machines used in construction, forestry, and energy sectors.

You will drive hands-on problem solving, prototyping, and cross‑functional design reviews, ensuring reliable performance in high-load environments. 100% on-site with cross‑functional teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in heavy mobile equipment design or related industries.
• Experience taking designs from concept through prototype, testing, and production release.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, optimization, and validation of advanced mobile mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams during prototyping, reviews, and testing.
• Capture design intent with clear documentation for engineering changes.
• Support field-visit and on-site testing at Little Canada, MN site.

Skills

Mechanical design

Hydraulic systems

Prototyping

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Inventor

Pro-E/Creo

SolidWorks

Job description

A leading engineering design organization based in Little Canada, MN, we specialize in the development of industrial systems, heavy mobile equipment, and advanced mechanical technologies for demanding field environments. Our work centers on designing and engineering robust, high‑performance mobile machinery used across the construction, forestry, agricultural, and energy sectors. Our engineering teams combine deep mechanical design expertise, hands‑on prototyping, and rigorous validation to solve complex structural, hydraulic, drivetrain, and motion‑control challenges. If you excel at designing large‑scale mobile platforms, off‑highway machinery, or field‑deployed mechanical systems, you will thrive here.

This role requires daily onsite collaboration at our Little Canada, MN facility to support prototype builds, design reviews, equipment tear‑downs, and cross‑functional engineering activities.

Role Overview

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will lead the design, optimization, and validation of advanced mobile mechanical systems used in demanding industrial and oil & gas applications. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys hands‑on problem‑solving, mechanical creativity, and building equipment that performs reliably in high‑pressure, high‑load, and high‑cycle environments.

This position is 100% on‑site at our Minneapolis-St. Paul facility. No remote or hybrid work is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master\'s a plus)
• 5+ years of mechanical design experience in heavy mobile equipment, off‑highway machinery, or related industries (construction, forestry, agriculture, mining, or energy)
• Proficiency in Inventor, Pro‑E/Creo, or SolidWorks for complex assemblies and large‑scale mechanical systems
• Strong understanding of hydraulic systems, power units, drivetrains, structural weldments, and mobile mechanical assemblies
• Demonstrated ability to take designs from concept through prototype, testing, and production release
• Excellent communication, documentation, and technical reporting skills for design reviews, engineering change processes, and cross‑team collaboration

Work Environment

• 100% On‑Site at our Little Canada, MN engineering and prototyping facility—daily presence required
• Hands‑on collaboration with mechanical engineers, hydraulic specialists, fabricators, machinists, and field technicians
• Direct involvement in prototype builds, equipment tear‑downs, design reviews, and onsite testing
• Occasional travel (:10%) to customer sites, field‑testing locations, and fabrication partners

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: An attractive Base Salary and Performance bonuses, commensurate with experience
• Personal Time Off (PTO): Paid holidays, PTO, and flexible time off to recharge and maintain work-life balance
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with company match 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