What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Mechanical Engineer – New Product Development position at Intralox?
Intralox is a division of Laitram, L.L.C., with an extensive portfolio of innovative conveyance solutions and services that improve lives and optimize businesses worldwide.
Our global workforce of over 3,000 employees in 20 countries consist of reliable problem solvers, continuously developing and directly delivering solutions that have driven our customers’ growth worldwide for more than 50 years.
Intralox was founded on the principle of doing the right thing, by treating customers, employees, and suppliers with honesty, fairness, and respect. We invest heavily in these values and aim to practice our business philosophy principles every day, which is why we have been consistently recognized for innovation and workplace excellence. We believe in the power of a good idea no matter where it comes from, using trust as the foundation to how we work, and that self-managed people are our greatest asset.
We listen objectively, think creatively, and deliver results. To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, and benefits, please visit our company page.
Be The Engineer Who Builds What’s Next.
At Intralox, innovation is the way we work. As a recognized global leader in conveyor and industrial automation, we invite you to join a company that puts creativity, trust, and self-management at its core. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer on our New Product Development (NPD) team, your ideas will move from concept to real-world solutions that optimize businesses worldwide.
In this role, you will not only design—you will create, test, iterate, and launch systems that redefine entire industries. You’ll own your projects, drive decisions, and see direct impact—without bureaucracy. At Intralox, you’ll thrive by building, testing, and learning fast in an environment that acknowledges contribution, fosters continuous improvement, and rewards innovation and results.
What You’ll Do
Lead design and development from concept to launch, shaping the future of industrial automation
- Take ownership of full-cycle projects: scope, timeline, and deliverables
- Design, build, and test innovative mechanical and electromechanical systems using advanced tools (SolidWorks preferred)
- Engineer and evaluate system performance through experiments and data-driven testing
- Build, qualify, and continually refine custom test equipment
- Collaborate across functions including R&D, manufacturing and business development, drive brainstorming and design reviews
- Communicate progress, risks, and results across multidisciplinary teams
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
- 5 years hands-on engineering experience
- Proven expertise in 3D modeling (SolidWorks, Pro-E, Inventor, etc.)
- Exceptional mechanical design and prototyping skills
- A builder’s mindset: eager to test, learn, and improve—quickly
What Sets Us Apart:
- Recognized by Forbes and Great Place to Work® for innovation and culture
- Self-managed culture: no micromanagement—just ownership and trust
- Five-bonus system: four quarterly profit-sharing bonuses annual performance bonus
- Competitive salary and benefits including:
- 401(k) match company contributions
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- Onsite fitness centers and personal training
- 4 weeks of PTO, paid holidays, and parental leave
- Continuous development and internal mobility
- Relocation support for qualified candidates
Are you ready to create what’s next?
Build your legacy with Intralox and Laitram. Apply now or learn more at www.laitram.com/careers
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