Companies β€Ί Zen Sherpa LLC β€Ί Sr. Mechanical Engineer (Remote-Midwest USA)

About the role

Zen Sherpa LLC

πŸ“ Remote – USA Only | Strong Preference for Selected Midwest States🧳 Travel: ~10% annually

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-solvingβ€”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

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and Develop:Β Engineer mobile mechanical systems for oil and gas applicationsβ€”hydraulic equipment, mobile lifting systems, and field-service machinery.
  • Optimize Performance:Β Enhance reliability and efficiency for high-pressure, high-load, and high-cycle environments.
  • Model and Draw:Β Create detailed CAD models and drawings using Inventor (preferred), Pro-E, or SolidWorks.
  • Prototype and Validate:Β Test and refine equipment to meet API, ASME, and internal quality standards.
  • Troubleshoot and Improve:Β Diagnose field issues, reduce downtime, and drive continuous improvement in system performance.
  • Collaborate and Lead:Β 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.

Why Join Us

  • Work remotely while staying connected to Houston’s dynamic energy sector.
  • Collaborate with a forward-thinking engineering team driving innovation in field-deployed machinery.
  • Competitive compensation, travel flexibility, and opportunities to lead high-impact projects.
  • This role is remote within the Houston metropolitan area, with up to 55% travel to customer and client sites.

Work Location

  • Remote Midwest (MN, WI, IL, IA, MO, KS, TX, OK, AR, LA ) Travel: ~10% annually to customer sites
  • Collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams, fabricators, and field technicians.

Work Environment

  • Fully remote (USA only)
  • Occasional travel to customers' facilities or field sites
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across fabrication and field operations

Benefits

We value our team's well-being and offer a robust benefits package to support your professional and personal growth:

  • Competitive Compensation:Β An attractive base salary and Retention and Performance bonuses, commensurate with experience.
  • Generous Time Off:Β Paid holidays, PTO, and flexible time off to recharge and maintain work-life balance.
  • Retirement Savings:Β 401(k) plan to secure your future.
  • Health and Wellness:Β Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
  • Disability Protection:Β Short-term and long-term disability plans for peace of mind.
Ready to apply to Zen Sherpa LLC?
Apply to Zen Sherpa LLC

Similar jobs

ON.energy
Senior Mechanical Engineer
ON.energy
⚑ Apply early Houston, Texas, United States Onsite
● New πŸ‘ Seen βœ“ Applied 2d ago
DG
Senior Mechanical Engineer - Mission Critical
DLR Group
⚑ Apply early Austin, Texas, United States;... Onsite $84,700–$144,430
● New πŸ‘ Seen βœ“ Applied 1w ago
DG
Senior Mechanical Controls Engineer - Mission Critical
DLR Group
⚑ Apply early Austin, Texas, United States;... Onsite $84,700–$144,430
● New πŸ‘ Seen βœ“ Applied 1w ago
DG
Senior Mechanical Engineer
DLR Group
⚑ Apply early Austin, Texas, United States;... Onsite
● New πŸ‘ Seen βœ“ Applied 1w ago
Panelmatic
Mechanical Engineer
Panelmatic
⚑ Apply early Houston, Texas, United States
● New πŸ‘ Seen βœ“ Applied 3mos ago
Sparx Engineering
Mechanical Design Engineer
Sparx Engineering
⚑ Apply early Houston, Texas, United States ⚠ 6mo+ old
● New πŸ‘ Seen βœ“ Applied 6mos ago
Jacuzzi Group
Mechanical Engineer
Jacuzzi Group
⚑ Apply early Roselle, Illinois, United Stat... Onsite $87,000–$87,000
● New πŸ‘ Seen βœ“ Applied 3h ago
Fluidstack
Principal Operations Engineer, Mechanical β€” Data Center Operations
Fluidstack
⚑ Apply early U.S. Remote Β· location restricted $150,000–$250,000
● New πŸ‘ Seen βœ“ Applied 5h ago
Fluidstack
Mechanical Engineer, Data Center Engineering & Design
Fluidstack
⚑ Apply early New York, NY Hybrid $150,000–$250,000
● New πŸ‘ Seen βœ“ Applied 5h ago

Sign up for suggestions tailored to the jobs you open and the searches you save.

Apply now
πŸ€–

Whoa β€” hold up

JobsRadar was built for real people having a rough time in their job search β€” not for automated requests. You're clicking way too fast and you're now temporarily blocked.

Come back later. If you're genuinely job hunting, we've got your back β€” just act like a human.

Catch your next role the second it’s posted.

Create a free account and we’ll watch the boards for you — the instant a job matches your search, it lands in your inbox or Telegram. No digging, no refreshing.

Create free account

Free forever · takes 30 seconds · already have one?

Get the worldwide-remote edge.

Join our Telegram channel for the stuff that helps you land the role β€” salary benchmarks, the weekly market pulse, and new-feature drops. No spam, just signal.

Join the channel β€” it's free