Senior Mechanical Engineer

Zen Sherpa LLC

Senior Mechanical Engineer leading design and optimization of mobile systems for oil and gas sector. Developing high-performance solutions and collaborating with cross-functional teams in a remote role.

Posted 5/28/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Montana, Oklahoma, Texas, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

**Overview**Join a team that’s redefining mechanical innovation in the oil and gas sector. As a **Senior Mechanical Engineer**, you’ll lead the design, optimization, and validation of advanced mobile mechanical systems that power drilling, completions, well intervention, and field operations. This role blends hands-on engineering with creative problem-solving—perfect for an engineer who thrives on turning complex challenges into reliable, high-performance solutions.
**Location:** Remote within the Midwest (MN, WI, IL, IA, MO, KS, TX, OK, AR, LA) **Travel:** ~10% annually to customer sites and fabrication facilities **Industry:** Industrial, Petrochemical, and Heavy Equipment Systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

**Key Responsibilities**
- **Design and Develop:** Engineer mobile mechanical systems for oil and gas applications—hydraulic equipment, mobile lifting systems, and field-service machinery.
- **Optimize Performance:** Enhance reliability and efficiency for high-pressure, high-load, and high-cycle environments.
- **Model and Draw:** Create detailed CAD models and drawings using Inventor (preferred), Pro-E, or SolidWorks.
- **Prototype and Validate:** Test and refine equipment to meet API, ASME, and internal quality standards.
- **Troubleshoot and Improve:** Diagnose field issues, reduce downtime, and drive continuous improvement in system performance.
- **Collaborate and Lead:** Work cross-functionally 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 experience in mechanical design for oil & gas or heavy industrial equipment.
- Proficiency in CAD software (Inventor, Pro-E, SolidWorks).
- Strong understanding of hydraulic systems, power units, and mechanical assemblies.
- Proven ability to manage projects from concept through deployment.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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.

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Hard Skills & Tools

mechanical designhydraulic systemsmobile mechanical systemsCAD modelingprototypingperformance optimizationtroubleshootingproject managementAPI standardsASME standards

Soft Skills

problem-solvingcollaborationleadershipcommunicationdocumentationcontinuous improvement