Electrical Controls Engineer - New Product Development

Electrical Controls Engineer - New Product Development

Location: New Orleans, LA

Job Category: Engineering

Division: 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.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

We're seeking a forward-thinking Electrical Controls Engineer to join our New Product Development team in New Orleans, LA. Here, you'll partner with diverse industry experts, own your outcomes, and see your solutions deployed globally. You'll thrive in a culture that values self-management, continuous improvement, and mutual respect-the foundation of our five decades of growth.

What You'll Do:

Design, commission, maintain, and troubleshoot controls and data acquisition systems for both custom and vendor-supplied test equipment.

Architect, document, and implement advanced control systems-including panel design, power distribution, safety systems, control panel and wiring, and component selection.

Program, integrate, and optimize control solutions using major PLC/HMI platforms (Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, Beckhoff, etc.).

Deploy industrial protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, etc.) and VFDs (Rockwell, Siemens, ABB, Danfoss, Schneider, etc.), including Kinetix control architecture.

Develop intuitive user interfaces (C#, Visual Studio, and other languages).

Work closely with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to world-class quality standards.

Own project management by developing and maintaining project scope, task lists, timelines, and high-impact documentation.

Embrace a culture of learning, sharing, and continuous improvement.

What You'll Bring:

B.S. in Controls Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline.

Demonstrated experience (5+ years preferred) in modern controls system architecture, design, and programming.

Hands-on proficiency with PLC/HMI, VFDs, and industrial networking protocols.

Knowledge of industry standards and electrical code (IEEE, NEC, IEC).

Solid understanding of mechanical systems and effective communication skills.

Self-managed team player who thrives in a fast-paced, continuously improving environment.

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 plus annual performance bonus

Competitive salary and benefits, including:

401(k) match plus 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

Ready to invent what's next?

Join Intralox and Laitram and accelerate your engineering career in a globally recognized, people-first environment.