Senior Mechanical Engineer

Zen Sherpa LLC; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

PTO and paid holidays

Short/long-term disability coverage

Job summary

Zen Sherpa LLC is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, optimization, and validation of mobile mechanical systems used in demanding industrial and oil & gas applications. You will work hands-on to ensure equipment performs reliably under high-load and high-cycle conditions. This role is based on-site at our Minneapolis–St.

Paul facility with occasional travel. The engineer will collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and drive robust, field-ready solutions from concept

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of mechanical design experience in oil & gas or heavy industrial equipment.
• Proficiency in Inventor, Pro-E, or SolidWorks.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic systems, power units, and mechanical assemblies.
• Proven ability to manage projects from concept through deployment.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and technical reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mobile mechanical systems including hydraulic equipment and lifting systems.
• Improve reliability, efficiency, and durability under harsh conditions.
• Create detailed CAD models and drawings using Inventor, Pro-E, or SolidWorks.
• Test, refine, and validate equipment to meet API, ASME, and internal standards.
• Diagnose field issues, reduce downtime, and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and field teams to deliver field-ready solutions.

Skills

Mechanical design

Project management

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s preferred

Tools

Inventor

Pro-E

SolidWorks

Job description

A leading engineering design organization specializing in industrial systems, mobile heavy equipment, and energy-sector technologies, we deliver advanced solutions for field-deployed machinery, mobile mechanical systems, and mission-critical equipment used in drilling, completions, well intervention, and petrochemical operations. Our team combines deep technical expertise with hands-on innovation to solve complex mechanical challenges and build reliable, high-performance systems that operate in demanding environments.

We are expanding our engineering presence in the Minneapolis–St. Paul region and are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer who thrives in a fully on-site, collaborative setting.

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.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Development — Engineer mobile mechanical systems including hydraulic equipment, lifting systems, and field-service machinery.
• Performance Optimization — Improve reliability, efficiency, and durability for harsh operating conditions.
• CAD Modeling — Create detailed CAD models and drawings using Inventor (preferred), Pro-E, or SolidWorks.
• Prototype & Validation — Test, refine, and validate equipment to meet API, ASME, and internal quality standards.
• Troubleshooting — Diagnose field issues, reduce downtime, and drive continuous improvement.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration — Work closely with design, manufacturing, and field teams to deliver robust, field-ready solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of mechanical design experience in oil & gas or heavy industrial equipment.
• Proficiency in Inventor, Pro-E, or SolidWorks.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic systems, power units, and mechanical assemblies.
• Proven ability to manage projects from concept through deployment.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and technical reporting skills.

Work Environment

• 100% On-Site at our Minneapolis–St. Paul engineering facility.
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams, fabricators, and field technicians.
• Occasional travel (~10%) to customer sites and fabrication partners.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: An attractive Base Salary and Retention 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.