Mechanical Engineer

About the Role

Join our Emerging Capabilities team to design, develop, test, and industrialize mechanical and electro-mechanical systems. You will translate customer needs into practical, manufacturable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to research, ideation, and design of next-generation conveyance and product platforms.
• Assist with product specifications, calculations, and component selection.
• Support prototype builds, testing, data collection, and basic failure analysis.
• Create and update CAD models, assemblies, drawings, and bills of materials.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Technical, Manufacturing, and Commercial teams.
• Participate in cost estimation, technical specifications, manufacturing support, testing, commissioning, and customer training.
• Assist with planning and executing internal and field testing, documenting results, and incorporating Voice of Customer feedback.
• Support invention disclosures and technical documentation for novel concepts.
• Prepare clear technical documentation, specifications, test plans, test reports, and operation and maintenance materials.
• Perform additional duties as needed for project and company success.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• 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.
• 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.
• Clear, practical communicator who can document work, ask effective questions, and explain technical information.
• Organized, creative, and motivated with attention to detail and a willingness to learn.

On-site work in New Orleans, LA.

Willingness to travel occasionally.

Qualifications

• 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.