Sr. Mechanical Engineer - Mobile Crane & Lifting Systems - Remote
Remote - USA Only | Targeting North Texas mechanical designersFort Worth's strong construction equipment and industrial manufacturing base makes this a great fit for engineers experienced with mobile equipment, cranes, and heavy mechanical systems.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 DoLead mechanical design for cranes, lifting beams, hoists, and rigging systemsCreate 3D models & drawings in SolidWorks, Inventor, or CreoRun FEA, load calculations, and structural analysisManage projects from concept to delivery — including fabrication and field supportCollaborate with customers, vendors, and fabrication teamsSupport testing, commissioning, and incident investigationsSupport fabrication shops and field teams across the Houston regionMust-Have Qualifications10+ years of mechanical design experience in cranes, lifting systems, or heavy equipmentU.S. Citizen or Green CardProficiency in SolidWorks, Inventor, or CreoAbility to travel :10%Bonus ExperienceOffshore, industrial, or construction lifting backgroundFamiliarity with gantry systems, winches, PLC-integrated equipmentExperience writing work packs, test plans, and field documentationPreferred ExperienceBackground in offshore, industrial, or construction lifting environmentsExperience generating work packs, test reports, and technical documentation for field executionFamiliarity with cranes, hoists, lifting beams, gantry systems, or custom rigging solutionsExposure to FEA, data acquisition, or PLC-integrated mechanical systemsWork EnvironmentFully remote (USA only)Occasional travel to customers' facilities or field sitesCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams across fabrication and field operationsBenefitsWe 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 experienceGenerous Time Off: Paid holidays, PTO, and flexible time off to recharge and maintain work-life balanceRetirement Savings: 401(k) plan to secure your futureHealth and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverageDisability Protection: Short-term and long-term disability plans for peace of mind#J-18808-Ljbffr Remote Skills: 3D Modeling, Autodesk Inventor, Commissioning, Construction, Construction Equipment, Crane, Cross-Functional, Design Services, Field Trials, Finite Element Analysis, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Life Insurance, Manufacturing, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Mobile Plant/Equipment, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), SolidWorks, Technical Writing, Test Plan/Schedule, Vision Plan, Willing to Travel About the Company: Zen Sherpa LLC