Mechanical Engineer — Emerging Capabilities (New Product Development)

Location

New Orleans, LA

Job Category

Engineering

Division

Intralox

Join our Emerging Capabilities team and grow your engineering career by helping design, develop, test, and industrialize mechanical and electro-mechanical systems that open new product and platform opportunities. You will work alongside experienced engineers translating customer needs and trends into practical, manufacturable solutions that create measurable value in customers’ applications.

Together, our 3,000+ global employees are reliable problem solvers, continuously developing and directly delivering solutions that have driven our customers’ growth worldwide for more than 45 years. We consistently and sustainably work together to create long-term value by continuously improving products, services, and processes for our customers. Our award-winning customer service team provides comprehensive support and access to technical experts to deliver fast, reliable solutions.

Intralox was founded upon the principle of doing the right thing, by treating customers, employees, and suppliers with honesty, fairness, and respect. We aim as a company to practice these principles every day, which is why we have been consistently recognized for innovation and workplace excellence.

We listen objectively, think creatively, and deliver results. To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, and benefits, please visit our company page.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to research, ideation, and design of next-generation conveyance and product platforms aligned with customer value. Assist with product specifications, calculations, and component selection under the guidance of experienced engineers.
• Support prototype builds, testing, data collection, and basic failure analysis to help reduce technical and commercial risk.
• Create and update CAD models, assemblies, drawings, and bills of materials as projects move from concept through prototype and production.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Technical, Manufacturing, and Commercial teams to understand requirements, resolve design questions, and support project execution.
• Participate in cost estimation, technical specifications, manufacturing support, testing, commissioning, and customer training as part of the new product development team.
• Assist with planning and executing internal and field testing, documenting results, and incorporating Voice of Customer feedback into design improvements.
• Support invention disclosures, technical drawings, and documentation for novel concepts in coordination with senior engineers and patent counsel.
• Prepare clear technical documentation, specifications, test plans, test reports, and operation and maintenance materials to support manufacturing, service, and customer adoption.
• Perform additional duties as needed to ensure project and company success.

Requirements

• 0–5 years of relevant experience in mechanical design, product development, test engineering, manufacturing, internships, co-ops, academic design projects, or related engineering work.
• BS in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Working knowledge of 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Pro/E, Creo, Inventor, or similar; experience from internships, co-ops, or academic projects is welcome.
• Foundational understanding of machine design, mechanical components, engineering drawings, and rapid prototyping methods such as machining, 3D printing, or molding.
• Hands-on curiosity and a structured approach to testing, troubleshooting, and learning from failures.
• Interest in or basic exposure to controls and automation components such as PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, or actuators, with a willingness to learn from controls and electrical engineering partners.
• Clear, practical communicator who can document work, ask effective questions, and explain technical information to engineering, manufacturing, and commercial partners.
• Organized, creative, and motivated, with attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and high standards for quality and execution.
• On-site work in New Orleans, LA; willingness to travel occasionally (<15%).

Work Authorization: We do not sponsor visas now or in the future. Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. and be based in—or willing to relocate to—the Greater New Orleans area