Factory Automation Controls Engineer (Robotics & PLCs)

BLUE ORIGIN; Titusville (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Stock options

Paid time off

Education support program

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an Automation Controls Engineer to design, develop, and integrate controls and robotic systems for custom automation solutions in our Factory Automation Group. You will work on electrical panels, ECAD schematics, BOMs, and programming for PLCs, vision systems, and robotics.

Travel for installations may be required as you collaborate with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include commissioning, testing, design reviews, and delivering complete automation solutions

Qualifications

• 3+ years of electrical and software design for automation, robotics, or industrial equipment environment.
• 3+ years of experience designing and supporting automation equipment with advanced understanding of new processes and automation technologies.
• Proficiency in ECAD (AutoCAD Electrical, ePlan) and Automation Software (TIA Portal, Studio 5000, TwinCAT, WinCC)
• Experience with PLCs and developing code from scratch for Siemens, Beckhoff, Rockwell platforms.
• Strong understanding of machine design, motion systems and pneumatic actuators.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical panels and software for automation equipment, including tooling, fixtures, robotic cells, and custom machines.
• Create schematics and diagrams using ECAD.
• Develop and maintain BOMs, assembly instructions, and technical documentation.
• Program and configure controls and automation devices out of the box.
• Design, program and integrate robotic systems, including external axes.
• Provide production support for manufacturing equipment and improve reliability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements and deliver solutions.
• Ensure controls and software meet requirements, manufacturability, safety codes, and guidelines.
• Participate in design reviews, prototyping, testing, and system integration.
• Support fabrication, assembly, and installation phases of automation projects.
• Provide support for project life cycle, commissioning, troubleshooting, and customer interface.
• Research and apply new devices and technologies to improve performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Improve the reliability and efficiency of processes through automation; develop architecture and roadmap.

Skills

Electrical design

Automation software

PLC programming

Robotics integration

Motion systems

Safety standards

Project coordination

Travel readiness

System integration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field

Tools

TIA Portal

Studio 5000

TwinCAT

WinCC

Ignition

FactoryTalk

KUKA

FANUC

ABB

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking an Automation Controls Engineer to design, develop, and integrate controls and robotic systems for custom automation solutions in our Factory Automation Group. You will work on electrical panels, ECAD schematics, BOMs, and programming for PLCs, vision systems, and robotics.

Travel for installations may be required as you collaborate with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include commissioning, testing, design reviews, and delivering complete automation solutions