Field Applications Engineer — Meat & Poultry Tech

Intralox; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Intralox, L.L.C., a division of Laitram, L.L.C., has an opening for an Applications Engineer with a strong background in mechanical technologies. The role provides technical service and support to commercial sales teams for modular plastic belting and ThermoDrive technology installations, ideally based in New Orleans, LA.

The successful candidate will travel primarily in the US and Canada, support installation and startup, and deliver hands-on service for food processing customers, with

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in customer support or industrial sales support as a technical resource.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to conceptualize and articulate mechanical concepts.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Travel approximately 60%, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Partner with sales teams to drive aligned priorities.
• Propose application solutions that improve customer operations.
• Lead installation, startup, troubleshooting, and training activities.
• Provide hands-on technical service to food processing customers, especially within the Meat, Poultry & Seafood segment.
• Create clear field reports and practical recommendations.
• Travel primarily across US & Canada, with occasional international travel.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Customer support

English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Intralox, L.L.C., a division of Laitram, L.L.C., has an opening for an Applications Engineer with a strong background in mechanical technologies. The role provides technical service and support to commercial sales teams for modular plastic belting and ThermoDrive technology installations, ideally based in New Orleans, LA.

The successful candidate will travel primarily in the US and Canada, support installation and startup, and deliver hands-on service for food processing customers, with