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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Delaware, OH ยท On-site

$99K - $131K/yr

Overview Senior Mechanical Engineer - Electromechanical Systems Design, Test & Launch Delaware, OH | Onsite About the Role Sky Climber is seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead ...

$110 - $150/hr

Overview Senior Mechanical Engineer - Electromechanical Systems Design, Test & Launch Delaware, OH | Onsite About the Role Sky Climber is seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead ...

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Delaware, OH ยท On-site

$99K - $131K/yr

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Electromechanical Systems Design, Test & Launch Delaware, OH | Onsite About the Role Sky Climber is seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design ...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Delaware, OH ยท On-site

$99K - $131K/yr

Overview Senior Mechanical Engineer - Electromechanical Systems Design, Test & Launch Delaware, OH | Onsite About the Role Sky Climber is seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead ...

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Delaware, OH ยท On-site

$110 - $150/hr

Overview Senior Mechanical Engineer - Electromechanical Systems Design, Test & Launch Delaware, OH | Onsite About the Role Sky Climber is seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead ...

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How much do sky climber jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for sky climber in the United States is $24.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $28.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a sky climber?

A Sky Climber is a professional who works at extreme heights, typically performing maintenance, repairs, or construction on tall structures like skyscrapers, bridges, and towers. They use specialized equipment, such as suspended scaffolding, ropes, and harnesses, to safely access hard-to-reach areas. The job requires physical fitness, a strong understanding of safety protocols, and sometimes certification in high-angle rescue or rope access techniques.

What does a sky climber do?

A typical day for a Sky Climber involves preparing safety equipment, performing pre-climb inspections, and scaling tall structures such as buildings, towers, or wind turbines to carry out maintenance, repairs, or inspections. You may work individually or as part of a team, coordinating closely with ground staff and supervisors to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and safely. The work environment can be physically demanding and exposed to the elements, but it offers unique challenges and variety each day. With proven experience, Sky Climbers can advance to supervisory roles, safety trainers, or specialize in niche sectors like telecommunications or renewable energy. Collaboration, precision, and a strong safety mindset are key parts of daily responsibilities.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a sky climber?

To thrive as a Sky Climber, you need excellent physical fitness, comfort at heights, experience with climbing or rope access techniques, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent. Industry-recognized certifications like SPRAT or IRATA, along with use of specialized safety harnesses and climbing equipment, are often required. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and teamwork are vital soft skills for this position. These capabilities are essential to ensure both personal and team safety while performing high-elevation maintenance or inspection tasks efficiently and reliably.

How much do sky climbers make?

Sky climbers, also known as tower climbers or line workers, typically earn between $40,000 and $70,000 annually, depending on experience, certifications, and location. Experienced climbers with specialized skills and safety training can earn higher wages, especially when working overtime or in hazardous environments.

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Infographic showing various Sky Climber job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, and 8% Part Time. Highlights an 71% Physical, and 29% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,611 per year, or $24.8 per hour.

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Sky Climber, LLC

Delaware, OH โ€ข On-site

$99K - $131K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago


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Overview
Senior Mechanical Engineer - Electromechanical Systems Design, Test & Launch
Delaware, OH | Onsite
About the Role
Sky Climber is seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, development, testing, optimization, and launch of innovative hoisting systems and components for suspended access and lifting equipment.
This is a high-impact engineering role responsible for driving product innovation, performance, reliability, manufacturability, customer experience, market competitiveness, and margin improvement throughout the product lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in electromechanical systems, hands-on product development experience, and a passion for solving complex engineering challenges from concept through commercialization.
What You'll Do
  • Lead the mechanical design, development, testing, and launch of electromechanical systems, assemblies, and components
  • Translate customer, regulatory, and business requirements into robust, manufacturable product designs
  • Perform engineering analyses including stress, fatigue, deflection, load, and performance calculations
  • Own New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, including concept development, design reviews, prototyping, validation testing, and launch readiness
  • Optimize existing products using customer feedback, field performance data, warranty trends, and manufacturing input
  • Drive design improvements that enhance product reliability, safety, usability, and overall customer experience
  • Identify and implement cost-reduction initiatives through design simplification, material selection, and process improvements
  • Partner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and suppliers to improve manufacturability and reduce lifecycle costs
  • Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for manufacturing, assembly, and field performance issues
  • Ensure designs comply with applicable industry standards, codes, and safety regulations
  • Create and maintain engineering documentation, including drawings, specifications, Bills of Material (BOMs), test plans, and technical manuals
  • Lead cross-functional engineering initiatives and provide technical guidance throughout the product development process
Qualifications & Experience
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • Minimum 10 years of mechanical design and testing experience
  • Demonstrated experience designing and developing electromechanical systems
  • Strong experience with SolidWorks and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software
  • Thorough understanding of statics, mechanics of materials, machine design, and fatigue analysis
  • Experience with GD&T, blueprint interpretation, and manufacturing processes
  • Proven track record leading product development programs and successful product launches
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with hoisting systems, suspended access equipment, lifting systems, or other safety-critical equipment
  • Experience working in industrial equipment, material handling, construction equipment, or related industries
  • Knowledge of applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements
  • Experience supporting products from concept through commercialization and field deployment
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
  • Ability to work onsite at Sky Climber's Delaware, Ohio facility
  • Ability to work within engineering, manufacturing, and testing environments
  • Occasional travel may be required to customer sites, suppliers, or testing facilities
  • Ability to observe and support equipment testing and validation activities
Why Join Sky Climber?
At Sky Climber, engineering innovation directly impacts the products that customers rely on to safely perform work at height. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you'll have the opportunity to lead the development of critical equipment, influence product strategy, and work alongside a collaborative team committed to innovation, safety, and operational excellence.
This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of challenging engineering projects while making a meaningful contribution to the future of suspended access and lifting technology.
About Sky Climber
Sky Climber is a leading manufacturer of suspended access and hoisting solutions serving commercial, industrial, and infrastructure markets throughout North America and around the world. With a longstanding reputation for innovation, safety, and reliability, Sky Climber designs and manufactures equipment that helps customers work efficiently and safely at height.
Sky Climber is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a safe, professional, and inclusive workplace for all employees