Mechanical Engineer (Factory Automation)
Blue Origin · Merritt Island, FL · 2 wk ago
On-siteInformation TechnologyFull-time
About the role
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.
Responsibilities
- Design custom mechanical systems and assemblies for automation equipment, including tooling, fixtures, robotic cells, and mechanical sub-systems.
- Create 3D CAD models and 2D drawings using NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo or similar software.
- Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), assembly instructions, and technical documentation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (controls, software, project management, manufacturing) to define requirements and deliver complete solutions.
- Ensure mechanical designs meet functional requirements, manufacturability standards, safety codes, and ergonomic guidelines.
- Participate in design reviews, prototyping, testing, and system integration.
- Support the fabrication, assembly, and installation phases of automation projects.
- Provide support for project life cycle, commissioning, troubleshooting, and customer interface.
- Research and apply new materials, components, and technologies to improve system performance and cost-effectiveness.
- Support initiatives to improve the reliability and efficiency of manufacturing processes through automation; accomplish the technical architecture, roadmap, and implementation.
- Improve existing systems for optimal performance and reliability.
- Conduct feasibility studies, prototyping, and/or process simulations.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in mechanical design for automation, robotics, or industrial equipment environment.
- 3+ years of experience utilizing CAD with advanced understanding of and demonstrated ability to implement GD&T on 2D drawings through design, peer review, and engineering release.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD software with PDM.
- Strong understanding of machine design, motion systems and pneumatic actuators.
- Experience working with manufacturing processes such as machining, welding, sheet metal fabrication, and assembly.
- Familiarity with robotic systems (e.g., KUKA, FANUC, ABB, etc.) and end-of-arm tooling design.
- Working knowledge of safety and ergonomic standards for industrial automation.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and project coordination skills.
- Willingness to travel occasionally for customer support and system installations.
- Experience in a fast-paced, custom automation environment.
- Strong engineering fundamentals and hands-on problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to communicate optimally, clearly, and with humility to partners.
- High-level of attention to detail, ensuring precision and accuracy in all engineering tasks.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, or related field.
- Experience working in a system integrator or custom industrial automation company.
- Exposure to large part tooling designs and the logistics involved.
- Understanding of control systems, robotics, and automated industrial equipment, machines, and processes.
- Experience with project and ticket management.
- Ability to interpret and review electrical drawings.
Skills
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 2D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience with 3D CAD software (NX Design, SolidWorks, PTC Creo).
- Experience