Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – New Product Development
Intralox11 months ago
New Orleans, LA, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
Intralox, a division of Laitram, L.L.C., is a global leader in innovative conveyance solutions with more than 3,800 employees across 20+ countries. Known for innovation, workplace excellence, and self-managed people, we deliver groundbreaking ideas and drive customer success. We’re seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our New Product Development team. In this role, you’ll design and validate the next generation of Intralox products by developing new methods, tools, and equipment to evaluate performance, ensuring the high performance and reliability our customers depend on.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and manage project scope, task lists, and timelines; communicate project status, risks, and opportunities with team members and internal customers.
- Evaluate mechanical and electromechanical systems using principles of physics, mechanics, heat transfer, and materials science; develop and execute test plans for materials, components, and systems; participate in design reviews and brainstorming sessions.
- Research system performance requirements and define measurable results; develop specifications for vendor-supplied equipment; create conceptual and detailed designs for in-house equipment.
- Produce CAD models and engineering drawings; specify and order components; develop and implement control and data-acquisition systems.
- Assemble, troubleshoot, and qualify test equipment; maintain equipment and train internal users.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- 5+ years of engineering experience
- 3D modeling experience (SolidWorks, Pro-E, Inventor, etc.)
- Strong hands-on approach to problem-solving
- Machine design experience
Benefits & Perks
- Five-bonus system: four quarterly profit-sharing bonuses plus an annual performance bonus
- 401(k): 100% match up to 4%, plus additional company contributions
- Health & Wellness: medical, dental, vision, onsite wellness centers, fitness facilities, and personal training
- Time Off: generous PTO, paid holidays, and parental leave
- Culture: self-management philosophy that empowers ownership and continuous improvement
- Growth: ongoing training, technical development, and mobility across divisions
- Community: values-driven environment emphasizing integrity, collaboration, and impact
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
Required Skills
CAD (SolidWorks/Pro-E/Inventor)
3D Modeling
Mechanical Engineering
Machine Design
Project Management
Test Equipment Development
Electromechanical Systems
Problem Solving