Advanced R&D Engineer: Prototyping & Systems Innovation

Intralox; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Intralox is seeking an Advanced R&D Engineer to shape the future of automation and material handling. You will bridge mechanical design, controls, electrical systems, and rapid prototyping to transform ambiguities into practical solutions.

The role emphasizes system integration, hands-on prototyping, and cross-functional collaboration with commercial teams, operations, and customers. Travel 10–20% is expected, mostly domestic, with some international opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Controls Engineering, Robotics Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience developing electromechanical systems, automation equipment, robotics, or industrial machinery.
• Strong mechanical design skills with proficiency in 3D CAD software.
• Hands-on experience building and testing prototypes.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems, sensors, actuators, control systems, and industrial automation principles.
• Ability to troubleshoot across mechanical, electrical, and controls disciplines.
• Experience defining and executing engineering tests.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Self-directed individual who thrives in a fast-paced, highly ambiguous environment.
• Willingness to travel 10-20%. Mostly domestic, some international.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and develop innovative technologies, concepts, and applications related to industrial automation, material handling, sensing, robotics, controls, and adjacent technologies.
• Translate loosely defined opportunities and customer needs into actionable engineering concepts.
• Develop system-level architectures that integrate mechanical, electrical, controls, and software components.
• Make informed engineering assumptions when requirements are incomplete and drive projects forward despite ambiguity.

Skills

3D CAD

Mechanical design

Prototyping

Electrical systems

Control systems

Robotics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Controls, or Robotics

Tools

PLCs

Embedded electronics

Job description

Intralox is seeking an Advanced R&D Engineer to shape the future of automation and material handling. You will bridge mechanical design, controls, electrical systems, and rapid prototyping to transform ambiguities into practical solutions.

The role emphasizes system integration, hands-on prototyping, and cross-functional collaboration with commercial teams, operations, and customers. Travel 10–20% is expected, mostly domestic, with some international opportunities.