Sr. Automation Mechanical Engineer
Blue OriginAbout the role
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Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.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.Sr. Automation Mechanical Engineer
About Blue Origin
Blue Origin is a spaceflight and exploration company founded on the belief that humanity's future depends on our ability to live and work in space. We are working to lower the cost of access to space through reusable launch vehicles and in-space systems, enabling a future where millions of people live and work in space. We value curiosity, passion, integrity, and a relentless drive to achieve our mission. Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About This Role
Blue Origin's Factory Automation team is part of the Advanced Manufacturing organization within Operations — serving as the in-house automation integrator responsible for designing, building, and deploying the custom equipment and systems that enable scalable, repeatable production across Blue Origin's manufacturing business units. We build manufacturing capability from the ground up, developing automated solutions that directly drive the delivery of Blue Origin's products across current and future programs.
We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer who brings deep hands-on expertise in custom automation design — someone who thrives in a build-it-and-refine-it environment and takes full technical ownership from concept through commissioning. In this role, you will lead the mechanical design of automated manufacturing equipment and collaborate across engineering disciplines to deliver systems that run in production. We are looking for engineers who understand the why behind the systems they design — who reason from physics and engineering fundamentals, diagnose problems at their root, and develop sound mechanical solutions to novel challenges. A passion for our mission — and for the discipline of building things that work — is essential.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with applications engineers on conceptual automated manufacturing equipment and provide feedback to product design teams to improve Design for Manufacturability
Lead mechanical design of custom automated manufacturing equipment using 3D CAD
Design custom automation equipment including robotic end-of-arm tooling, material handling systems, fixtures, weldments, machine frames, safety guarding, and production cell layouts
Apply engineering first principles — including mechanics, kinematics, and materials science — to analyze system behavior, evaluate design trade-offs, and develop technically sound solutions to novel mechanical challenges
Drive iterative development cycles; make pragmatic design trade-offs to balance performance, cost, and schedule constraints
Integrate mechanical, electronic, pneumatic, and related components into unified systems
Lead equipment commissioning, startup, and production ramp-up; own resolution of mechanical issues during installation and debug
Create and deliver mechanical documentation packages including BOMs, drawings, recommended spare parts lists, and assembly procedures
Provide technical input to project schedules and budgets th
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