Senior Mechanical Engineer - Mobile Crane & Lifting Systems

Zen Sherpa LLC; Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design of high-capacity crane structures and load-bearing components. This remote position requires over 10 years of mechanical design experience in cranes or heavy equipment, proficiency in SolidWorks, and the ability to travel occasionally. The successful candidate will manage projects from concept to delivery and create detailed 3D models. Competitive compensation and a robust benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Generous Time Off

401(k) plan

Health and Wellness Insurance

Disability Protection

Qualifications

• 10+ years of mechanical design experience in cranes or heavy equipment.
• U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, Inventor, or Creo.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design for cranes, lifting beams, and rigging systems.
• Create 3D models & drawings in SolidWorks, Inventor, or Creo.
• Manage projects from concept to delivery.

Skills

Mechanical design experience

SolidWorks

Field support

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Creo

Job description

Remote - USA Only

Overview

This job demands robust lifting and mechanical handling solutions — exactly what you'll design in this role. You' ll engineer high‑capacity crane structures, load‑bearing components, and precision mechanical systems that must perform under extreme duty cycles. Your work will involve advanced stress analysis, structural optimization, material selection, and the integration of hydraulic, mechanical, and control subsystems to deliver equipment that operators can trust in the field.

This is a remote role open to candidates located within the 48 contiguous United States, with occasional travel (at least 10%, approximately one week per quarter) to customer sites, fabrication facilities, or field locations.

What You'll Do

• Lead mechanical design for cranes, lifting beams, hoists, and rigging systems
• Create 3D models & drawings in SolidWorks, Inventor, or Creo
• Run FEA, load calculations, and structural analysis
• Manage projects from concept to delivery — including fabrication and field support
• Collaborate with customers, vendors, and fabrication teams
• Support testing, commissioning, and incident investigations
• Support fabrication shops and field teams across the Houston region

Must-Have Qualifications

• 10+ years of mechanical design experience in cranes, lifting systems, or heavy equipment
• U.S. Citizen or Green Card
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, Inventor, or Creo
• Ability to travel: 10%

Bonus Experience

• Offshore, industrial, or construction lifting background
• Familiarity with gantry systems, winches, PLC‑integrated equipment
• Experience writing work packs, test plans, and field documentation

Preferred Experience

• Background in offshore, industrial, or construction lifting environments
• Experience generating work packs, test reports, and technical documentation for field execution
• Familiarity with cranes, hoists, lifting beams, gantry systems, or custom rigging solutions
• Exposure to FEA, data acquisition, or PLC‑integrated mechanical systems

Work Environment

• Fully remote (USA only)
• Occasional travel to customers' facilities or field sites
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across fabrication and field operations

Benefits

We value our team's well‑being and offer a robust benefits package to support your professional and personal growth:

• Competitive Compensation: An attractive base salary and Retention and Performance bonuses, commensurate with experience
• Generous Time Off: Paid holidays, PTO, and flexible time off to recharge and maintain work‑life balance
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan 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