Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – New Product Innovation

Note: At this time, we are only able to consider candidates who are U.S. Citizens or Green Card holders (Permanent Residents).

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

• Own full product lifecycle: Drive mechanical design efforts from concept through production release, balancing innovation with manufacturability and reliability.

• Collaborate cross-functionally: Partner with Manufacturing Engineers, Product Managers, and Application Engineers to ensure design intent aligns with performance goals and customer needs.

• Apply mechanical principles (kinematics, stress analysis, thermodynamics, materials science, and fluid mechanics) to develop robust and efficient designs.

• Design and validate new components and assemblies:

  • Create detailed 3D models and drawings in SolidWorks or similar CAD software.

  • Develop and execute validation test plans for performance, durability, and safety.

  • Analyze data to identify opportunities for improvement.

• Prototype and test: Build and operate test equipment, troubleshoot mechanical systems, and iterate on designs using real-world feedback.

• Document and communicate findings: Maintain organized project records, report results clearly, and participate in design reviews and brainstorming sessions.

• Contribute to continuous improvement: Identify opportunities in design processes, test methods, and material utilization to increase efficiency and innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

• 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience, preferably in new product design, industrial equipment, or automation systems.

• Strong proficiency with 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Creo, or equivalent).

• Hands-on experience building, testing, or qualifying mechanical prototypes.

• Analytical approach combined with a strong bias for action.

• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills; comfortable collaborating across disciplines.

Why Join Intralox

• Innovation that matters: Work on patented technologies that define the future of automated conveyance—over 25 U.S. patents filed annually.

• Engineering autonomy: You’ll own your projects and decisions in a flat, trust-based organization—no layers of bureaucracy.

• Hands-on culture: From concept to prototype, you’ll see your ideas come to life in our state-of-the-art R&D and manufacturing facilities.

• Continuous growth: Access ongoing professional development, internal mobility, and mentoring within a company that invests deeply in its people.

• Comprehensive rewards: Competitive base salary, five-bonus system tied to company success, 401(k) match, generous PTO, wellness programs, and onsite fitness and health centers.

• Global reach, local connection: Join a world-class engineering team headquartered just outside New Orleans—where innovation, integrity, and collaboration drive everything we do.

  
  Benefits & Rewards

  Laitram rewards performance and innovation with a comprehensive, market-leading package designed for long-term success.

  • Five-bonus system: four quarterly profit-sharing bonuses plus an annual performance bonus tied to company and individual results.

  • 401(k) with 100% match up to 4%, plus additional company contributions.

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with onsite Health & Wellness Centers, fitness facilities, and personal training programs.

  • Generous PTO, paid holidays, and parental leave.

  • Self-management culture that empowers ownership, decision-making, and continuous improvement.

  • Career growth through ongoing training, technical learning, and internal mobility across our four divisions.

  • Values-driven workplace focused on integrity, collaboration, and community impact.

  • Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.

  
  

  Learn more about our unique culture and benefits at www.laitram.com/careers.