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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – New Product Development Apply now (https://jobs.laitram.com/en\_US/JobsLaitram/ApplicationMethods?jobId=7551)

Location

New Orleans, LA

Job Category

Engineering

Division

Intralox

Job Description (General Summary)

Intralox, a division of Laitram, L.L.C., is a global leader in innovative conveyance solutions that improve lives and optimize businesses around the world. With more than 3,800 employees across 20+ countries, we’re a team of curious problem solvers who have been delivering groundbreaking ideas and driving customer success for over 50 years. Founded on the principle of doing the right thing—with honesty, fairness, and respect—we’ve built a culture known for innovation, workplace excellence, and self-managed people who thrive on ownership and continuous improvement.

We’re currently seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our New Product Development team—someone who brings strong analytical skills, hands-on problem-solving, and a drive to experiment and iterate quickly. In this role, you’ll help design and validate the next generation of Intralox products and play a key part in advancing the performance and reliability our customers depend on.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements

Mechanical Engineer – New Product Development (NPD)

Intralox, LLC is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for the New Product Development Department—where creativity meets disciplined engineering. This role focuses on developing new products by designing methods, tools, and equipment used to evaluate performance of Intralox’s next generation of products and solutions.

We’re looking for someone who brings analytical rigor , hands-on curiosity , and thrives in an environment where you’re encouraged to build, test, fail fast, and learn quickly .

Key Responsibilities

Project & Communication

+ Develop and manage project scope, task lists, and timelines

+ Communicate project status, risks, and opportunities with team members and internal customers

Engineering & Analysis

+ 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

Test Equipment Development

+ Research system performance requirements and define measurable results

+ Develop specifications for equipment purchased from vendors

+ 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

Requirements

+ 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 & Rewards

Laitram offers a market-leading, long-term rewards package designed to support growth, wellbeing, and performance:

+ Five-bonus system: four quarterly profit-sharing bonuses + 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

Explore our culture and opportunities at www.laitram.com/careers .

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