Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Zen Sherpa LLC is seeking a Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Analyst / Mechanical Engineer to support advanced engineering simulations and mechanical design for complex machinery, heavy equipment, and high-capacity structures. The role performs structural analyses, validates mechanical systems, leads designs from concept through field implementation, prepares engineering documentation, and collaborates with customers and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform FEA simulations (linear, nonlinear, contact, buckling, fatigue, large‑deflection) using ANSYS or similar tools
• Analyze and validate crane structures, lifting beams, rigging components, and heavy mechanical systems
• Develop 3D models, detailed drawings, and engineering documentation in SolidWorks, Inventor, or Creo
• Conduct hand calculations to verify FEA results and support design decisions
• Lead mechanical design from concept through prototype, testing, and field implementation
• Support customers with rapid engineering assessments and problem‑solving
• Generate engineering reports, test plans, and work packs for fabrication and field execution
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, fabricators, and field technicians
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to design reviews and process improvements

Skills

• * BSME 10+ years or MSME with 5+ years of hands‑on, demonstrated FEA experience with the analysis of major components of heavy equipment that could be mobile or stationary equipment
• * 10+ years of mechanical engineering experience in cranes, lifting systems, or heavy mechanical equipment
• * Strong background in structural mechanics, weldments, heavy steel structures, and load‑bearing systems
• * Proficiency in SolidWorks, Inventor, or Pro/E/Creo
• * Demonstrated ability to produce well‑documented calculations, FEA reports, and design packages
• * U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder
• * Ability to travel up to ~10%
• * Fully remote (48 contiguous USA only)
• * Advanced FEA experience (ANSYS strongly preferred)
• * Designing cranes, hoists, lifting beams, gantries, or high‑capacity structures
• * Experience with hydraulic or mechanical powertrain systems
• * Familiarity with offshore, industrial, or construction lifting environments
• * Knowledge of ASME B30, API, DNV, ABS or similar standards
• * Hands‑on exposure to fabrication, testing, or field commissioning

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• PTO
• Flexible time off
• 401(k) plan
• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage
• Dental insurance coverage
• Vision insurance coverage
• Life insurance coverage
• Short-term disability plans
• Long-term disability plans
• Fully remote work arrangement for the 48 contiguous USA only

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