Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - New Product Development

Location

New Orleans, LA

Job Category

Engineering

Division

Intralox

Job Description (General Summary)

Intralox, LLC currently has a Senior Mechanical Engineer position available in the New Product Development Department. This individual will be primarily responsible for contributing to the development of new products by creating methods, tools, and equipment devised to evaluate the performance of prototype and production designs.

At Intralox, successful individuals understand the vital role of business in fulfilling human needs, value directness, honesty, and objectivity while balancing respect and good listening, avoid decision-making based on ego, authority, or emotions. They are committed to making and keeping commitments, and actively seek ways to simplify issues and solve problems.

The company culture is built on a foundation of trust and respect, where team members feel empowered to share their ideas and perspectives openly.

Whether it's providing innovative solutions for the food industry, improving warehouse automation, or revolutionizing parcel handling, Intralox's team of problem solvers make a positive impact on the world. If you're dedicated to making a difference, Intralox is the place for you!

Job Responsibilities and Requirements

Mechanical Engineer - New Product Development (NPD)

Position Summary

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our New Product Development (NPD) team-where creativity meets disciplined engineering. In this role, you will turn ideas into manufacturable, high-performance products that redefine what's possible in conveyance technology. You'll collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, and Global Assembly teams to design, prototype, test, and refine mechanical systems and components used in Intralox's next generation of conveyor solutions.

This position requires both analytical rigor and hands-on curiosity-someone who thrives in an environment where you're encouraged to build, test, fail fast, and learn quickly.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project scope, task lists, and timelines
• Communicate with team members and internal customers regarding project scope, status, and opportunities
• Evaluate mechanical and electromechanical systems using principles of physics, mechanics, heat transfer, and material science
• Develop and execute test plans to evaluate materials, components, and systems
• Participate in design reviews and brainstorming sessions
• Specify, design, build, and operate test equipment, including :
• Research performance requirements and determine measurable results
• Develop specifications for vendor-purchased equipment
• Create conceptual and detailed designs for in-house equipment
• Produce CAD models and drawings
• Specify and order components
• Develop and implement control and data acquisition systems
• Assemble, troubleshoot, and qualify test equipment
• Maintain and train users on test equipment

Requirements

Benefits & Rewards

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EEO / Vet / Disability Notice

EOE / M / F / Vet / Disabled

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