Sr. Mechanical Engineer (Remote - Houston, TX)

ZipRecruiter; Leander (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Engineer to design and develop machinery for the heavy equipment sector. This remote role allows candidates within the Houston, TX area to collaborate with teams and innovate in the field. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and relevant experience in creating effective mechanical solutions.

Benefits

Competitive pay with base salary

Paid Holidays, PTO, and Time Off

401k Retirement Plan

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mobile heavy equipment machinery.
• Experience in designing and developing mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Analyze and improve existing machinery performance.
• Create drawings and blueprints for production.
• Develop and test prototypes to meet quality standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

We are currently seeking a Sr. Mechanical Engineer to join one of our clients in the machinery industry. This position is remote, giving you the opportunity to work from anywhere in the Houston TX metropolitan and surrounding areas with travel to client's and customer's site as needed.

Seeking a candidate to service customers in the Houston, TX metropolitan area. Must reside in Houston or within a 50-mile radius (including cities such as The Woodlands, Sugar Land, or Pasadena).

As the Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing machinery and mechanical equipment, ensuring they operate safely, efficiently, and effectively. This role involves close collaboration with fellow engineers and cross-functional teams to drive the successful execution of projects at the cutting edge of engineering design and innovation. You will contribute to the development of advanced solutions for a diverse range of heavy equipment, including cranes, excavators, agricultural machinery, and oil and gas systems, delivering exceptional performance and reliability.

Zen Sherpa LLC is a professional career recruitment firm that specializes in helping our clients find the right fit for their technical and engineering roles. Our clients benefit from an efficient hiring process and qualified professionals who are the right fit for the job.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop machinery and mechanical equipment for the client’s needs.
• Analyze, evaluate, and improve existing machinery or equipment for optimized performance.
• Create detailed drawings and blueprints that will be used for production.
• Develop and test prototypes to ensure that the machinery and equipment meet the necessary quality and safety standards.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to meet project timelines and goals.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest technological advancements and research in the field of machinery.
• Provide timely and effective solutions to mechanical design and development problems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field of study.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the mobile heavy equipment machinery industry.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities for working with cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in CAD software such as Autodesk Inventor (), AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• Experience in designing and developing mechanical equipment and machinery.
• Knowledge of manufacturing principles and practices.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with a base salary.
• Paid Holidays, PTO, and Time Off

• 401k Retirement Plan

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life
• Short Term and Long Term plans are available