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Mechanical Engineer - Machinery

Laitram Machinery
New Orleans, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/20/2026
Laitram Machinery, Inc. has an opening for a Mechanical Engineer. This individual will work with/assist senior engineers on their projects. Project types could include: new product development, product improvements, data analysis, Manufacturing/Service process improvement, technical support for Manufacturing/Sales/Service. This position will report to the Engineering Manager.

Laitram, L.L.C, a global company, offers an unparalleled opportunity for those who want to work for an established, yet growing company in the private sector. We offer opportunities for continuous improvement, and career advancement. To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, and benefits, please visit our Careers website.

Responsibilities

  • Component research (bearings, motors, etc.)
  • Machine design and structural analysis
  • 3D CAD
  • Bill of materials, product structure, inventory issues related to design changes
  • Prototype specification/assembly
  • Testing and post processing of collected data
  • Meetings - schedule, agenda, minutes, follow up
  • Project specification preparation
  • Timeline preparation/monitoring
  • Input from other departments on proposed design changes
  • Administering project check-off lists
  • Implementation of solutions
  • Manual preparation - assembly, parts, operations
  • Field work - research problems, monitor tests, installations

Requirements

  • B.S. Mechanical Engineering
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • Willingness to travel both domestically and abroad, as required
  • Strong analytical aptitude

Desired Qualifications

  • Design experience
  • Seafood industry experience
  • Mill/lathe experience
  • Other trade experience
  • 3D CAD experience
  • FEA and CFD exposure
  • Demonstrable efficiency with Excel, Matlab, or Mathcad.

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