Civil/Structural Engineer III – Test Stand Systems

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 121,023 - 169,432; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation provided

Travel up to 25%

Technical assessment during interviews

Job summary

Blue Origin in Seattle, WA is seeking a Civil/Structural Engineer to design and analyze test stand foundations, steel frames, and related support structures for rocket engine testing. You will develop foundations, conduct soil-structure analyses, and prepare 3D models and construction drawings using Creo.

The role requires 6+ years in civil/structural engineering with experience in industrial facilities, STAAD proficiency, and the ability to own deliverables end-to-end.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or related field.
• 6+ years of civil/structural engineering experience with design of industrial/heavy civil structures.
• Proficiency with STAAD or equivalent structural analysis software.
• Experience designing structural steel systems and concrete foundations to relevant standards.
• Experience developing construction drawings and 3D models; Creo or CAD tools.
• Ability to own structural deliverables across full design cycle with minimal oversight.
• Experience performing root-cause analyses for structural non-conformances.
• US citizenship or eligible to work in the US and PE licensure in required states.

Responsibilities

• Perform civil and structural analysis and design for test stand foundations, structural frames, thrust structures, anchor systems, and supports for rocket engine testing.
• Develop foundation designs (spread footings, mats, deep foundations) and coordinate soil-structure interaction analyses.
• Design structural steel systems and embed anchor systems per AISC/ASCE; use Creo for 3D modeling.
• Produce analysis reports and supporting documentation; coordinate with CAD team for construction drawings.
• Design custom structural hardware and tooling for engine/test component integration.
• Evaluate existing structures for new loads; collaborate with project managers and contractors during construction.
• Participate in safety reviews (HAZOP) and communicate structural risks.
• Own deliverables and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Structural analysis

Civil engineering

Industrial structures design

Engineering calculations

Education

Civil/Structural Engineering degree

Tools

STAAD

Creo

Job description

Blue Origin in Seattle, WA is seeking a Civil/Structural Engineer to design and analyze test stand foundations, steel frames, and related support structures for rocket engine testing. You will develop foundations, conduct soil-structure analyses, and prepare 3D models and construction drawings using Creo.

The role requires 6+ years in civil/structural engineering with experience in industrial facilities, STAAD proficiency, and the ability to own deliverables end-to-end.