Automation Controls Integration Engineer II

Blue Origin Operations Engineer

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities

• Support the integration of new automated equipment into the manufacturing ecosystem at Blue.
• Identify, develop, deploy and support continuous improvement enhancements to existing manufacturing equipment.
• Diagnosis, troubleshooting and modification of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and safety control systems.
• Diagnosis, troubleshooting and modification of PLC, Vision and Robot programs.
• Support the commissioning of SCADA applications (Ignition, Kepware, AWS, etc.).
• Collaborate with end users and other support teams to drive adoption and optimize use of automated systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum A.S. degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical Technology or other relevant Automation/Controls field
• 3+ years experience with common automation control systems (ex. PLC's, Robots, CNC).
• 3+ years experience with controls and automation software development environments (ex. Siemens TIA Portal, Allen Bradley Control Logix, etc.).
• 3+ years experience developing, modifying or troubleshooting industrial robot programs. (ex. ABB, FANUC).
• Familiarity with industrial safety systems.
• A demonstrated ability to interpret and review electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Strong skills for design and process simplification.
• Ability to communicate optimally, clearly, and with humility to partners.
• An understanding of world-class quality, attention to detail, and dedication.

Desired

• B.S. degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Electrical, Controls, or other relevant engineering field.
• Experience developing, modifying or troubleshooting industrial CNC control systems. (ex. Siemens 840D-SL, Sinumerik ONE, FANUC 30i/31i/32i).
• Familiar with various control system and equipment safety standards such as IEC 61131, ANSI B11, NFPA 79, and RIA 15.06.
• Experience with writing and developing software in a high-level language such as Python or C#.
• Experience with NC programming of automated systems such as G-code, TP, Karel.
• Excellent technical writing, grammar, and presentation experience.
• Experience with electrical verification of machines.
• Experience in defining, implementing, and maintaining controls code from source control.
• Hands on experience with multiple common manufacturing and assembly processes, CNC machines, metrology systems (laser tracking), and inspection.

Don't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Blue's Standard Background Check is required for all positions. For certain job profiles, additional background checks may be required.

Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.

Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated workforce. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.