Motor Designer III

Blue Origin LLC; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 111,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) with company match

Education Support Program

Stock Options

Job summary

Honeybee Robotics, a Blue Origin company, in Colorado, seeks engineers to design and develop permanent magnet motors and EM devices for space programs. You will perform EM simulations, drive electrical architectures, and integrate with drives and sensors in a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires 5–7 years of motor design experience, strong FEA skills (ANSYS, MotorCAD), GD&T proficiency, and hands-on prototyping. Relocation assistance is provided; travel <10%.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in motor or electromagnetic product design, specifically permanent magnet PM AC/DC motors and BLDCs.
• Experience with 2D/3D electromagnetics FEA (AN SYS Maxwell and MotorCAD preferred).
• Understanding of motor design optimization: torque, power, efficiency, and thermal management.
• GD&T, tolerance stack analysis, and precision manufacturing for demanding environments.
• Hands-on prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and communicate with customers.
• U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or eligible to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop permanent magnet AC/DC motors, BLDCs, solenoids and other EM devices.
• Perform electromagnetic simulations, trade studies, and material selection.
• Develop electrical architectures, winding configurations, and interfaces.
• Mechanical design of prototype, production, and test hardware.
• Collaborate on integration with drives, control electronics, and sensors.
• Create and maintain engineering docs: drawings, BOMs, calculations, specs.
• Support prototyping, validation, qualification, and environmental testing.
• Analyze test data, troubleshoot, and perform root-cause investigations.
• Interface with customers to resolve technical requirements and performance challenges.
• Contribute to reliability analysis (FMEA, MTBF) and continuous improvement.

Skills

PM motors

BLDCs

Electromechanical design

Thermal management

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Electromechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS Maxwell

MotorCAD

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Document control systems

Motorsolve

Job description

Application close date: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!As a member of the Blue Origin family of companies, Honeybee Robotics has been at the forefront of robotics for over 40 years. Our Colorado location specializes in creating advanced motion control solutions for NASA, defense, and commercial programs. Our work has played a critical role in thousands of projects, spanning from conceptual design studies to flight missions, including NASA's Artemis I Mission and the Roman Space Telescope. We are seeking technically brilliant individuals who are passionate about their work, thrive in collaborative environments, and have a laser focus on the details that drive excellence.About the RoleAs part of a hardworking team of specialists at Honeybee robotics, you be supporting legacy framed motors and clean sheet designs, supporting the development and on time delivery of our spacecraft motion and actuation systems.Special MentionsRelocation providedTravel expected less than 10% of the timeInterviews will include a technical assessmentResponsibilities include but are not limited to:Design and develop permanent magnet AC and DC motors, BLDCs, solenoids, as well as electromagnetic devices such as resolvers, LVDTs, RVDTs, and other electromagnetic sensorsPerform electromagnetic simulations, trade studies, and material selection to optimize performance, efficiency, and manufacturabilityDevelop electrical architectures, winding configurations, and interface designs from concept through releaseMechanical design of prototype, production, and test hardware relating to electromagnetics components and their surrounding architectureCollaborate on integration with drives, control electronics, and sensor systemsCreate and maintain engineering documentation, including drawings, models, BOMs, calculations, and specificationsSupport prototyping, validation, qualification, and environmental testingAnalyze test data, troubleshoot issues, and perform root-cause investigationsPartner with cross-functional teams across mechanical, manufacturing, quality, and program managementInterface directly with customers to resolve technical requirements and performance challengesContribute to reliability analysis (FMEA, MTBF) and continuous product improvement initiativesResearch and implement new materials, technologies and processes to enhance product performanceMinimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or related field5–7 years of experience in motor or electromagnetic product design, specficially permanent magnet AC and DC motors and BLDCsExperience with 2D and 3D electromagnetics FEA (ANSYS Maxwell and MotorCAD preferred)Understanding of motor design optimization: torque, power, efficiency, and thermal managementStrong knowledge of motor design principles, topologies, and performance tradeoffsSkilled in GD&T, tolerance stack analysis, and precision manufacturing for demanding environmentsExperience supporting full product lifecycle development, from concept through release and sustainingHands-on experience with prototyping, testing, and troubleshootingStrong technical documentation and engineering release experienceProven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and communicate with customersMust be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.Preferred QualificationsExperience with tools such as Ansys Electronics Desktop, MotorsolveFamiliarity with SolidWorks, Microsoft Office, and document control systemsExperience with motor drives, power electronics integration, and electrical interface developmentExperience with high volume motor applications and associated processesBackground in high-reliability aerospace, defense, industrial, or motion-control applicationsExperience supporting qualification testing, customer reviews, and production transitionBase Pay Range for:CO applicants is $110,938.00 - $155,312.85Other site ranges may differCulture StatementDon’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.Export Control RegulationsApplicants 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.Background CheckRequired for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background CheckRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installationRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physicalBenefitsBenefits 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.Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.Equal Employment OpportunityBlue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. 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, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail] . Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.