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Senior Mechanical Engineer - Mobile Crane & Lifting Systems (Remote) at Zen Sherpa LLC. 📍 . Remote – USA Only |. Gulf Coast Lifting & Mechanical Systems). We’re searching for a Senior Mechanical Engineer with deep, hands‑on experience in . cranes, lifting systems, and heavy mechanical handling equipment. . If you’ve worked in the . Gulf Coast Oil & Gas corridor. —especially with companies like . Altrad Sparrows, NOV, Danos, Gulf Crane Services, or Chet Morrison. —you’ll feel right at home.. This role focuses on designing, analyzing, and supporting . offshore and industrial lifting equipment. , including cranes, hoists, winches, lifting beams, spreader bars, and welded steel structures. You’ll collaborate closely with fabrication shops, field technicians, and customer operations teams across the region.. 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, hoists, winches, and custom lifting systems. Develop 3D models, fabrication drawings, and weldment packages in SolidWorks, Inventor, or Creo. Perform load calculations, structural analysis, and FEA for lifting and handling equipment. Support load testing, commissioning, inspections, and incident investigations. Partner with fabrication shops in Houma and the Gulf Coast region to ensure manufacturability. Produce engineering documentation including work packs, test plans, and technical reports. Provide field support for troubleshooting, repairs, and equipment upgrades. Ensure compliance with API 2C, DNV, ABS, ASME B30.5, and other lifting standards. Must-Have Qualifications. 10+ years. mechanical design experience in . cranes, lifting systems, or heavy equipment. Strong background in . welded steel structures, rigging components, and mechanical handling equipment. Proficiency with . SolidWorks, Inventor, or Creo. Experience with . load calculations, stress analysis, and FEA. Familiarity with . API, DNV, ABS, or ASME B30.5. lifting standards. Ability to collaborate with fabrication, field, and inspection teams. U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder. 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. Prior work at . Altrad Sparrows, NOV, Danos, Gulf Crane Services, Edison Chouest, or similar. Hands‑on experience with . hydraulic systems. , winches, cylinders, or power units. Field commissioning or offshore mechanical experience. Experience writing . work packs, test procedures, and lifting plans. Exposure to . PLC‑integrated mechanical systems. . Work Environment. Fully remote (USA only), Based in . Houma, LA. ,. Occasional travel to customer sites, fabrication shops, or offshore locations. Work with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, fabrication, and field operations. Why Join Us?. We design and support mission‑critical lifting equipment used across the Gulf Coast’s most demanding environments. You’ll work with a team that values craftsmanship, safety, and engineering excellence—and you’ll have a direct impact on equipment that keeps offshore operations moving.. Company Location: United States.