Senior Automation Controls Engineer

Blue Origin LLC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 198,000 - 277,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Stock options

Paid time off

Educational support program

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC, located in Washington, seeks an experienced controls engineer to advance automated manufacturing across our rocket production facilities. You will design, modify, and deploy PLC and robot programs, and collaborate with data science teams to drive data-driven improvements.

Ideal candidates possess strong electrical design and control-system skills, familiarity with safety standards, and U.S. citizenship or work authorization.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience with automation software development languages (e.g., Ladder, ST, C/C++).
• 10+ years experience with controls and automation software environments (e.g., Siemens TIA Portal, Allen Bradley).
• 10+ years experience with 'from scratch' software development for automated tooling or equipment.
• Ability to interpret and review electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Strong design and process simplification skills.

Responsibilities

• Support initiatives to improve reliability and efficiency of manufacturing processes through automation; define architecture, roadmap, and implementation.
• Collaborate with data-science and analytics teams to pair control system development with IoT analytics and data-driven improvements.
• Electrical design and modification of industrial control and safety systems.
• Design and modification of PLC and robot programs.
• Design of process control systems and data collection solutions.
• Support development of SCADA applications (Ignition, Kepware, AWS).
• Provide production support for sophisticated manufacturing equipment.

Skills

Automation languages

Controls software

From-scratch software development

Electrical drawings interpretation

Communication with partners

Quality and attention to detail

U.S. citizenship / work authorization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Electrical, or Controls engineering

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

Allen Bradley ControlLogix

AutoCAD Electrical

Ignition / Kepware / AWS SCADA

G-code / NC programming

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! 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. We are a team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and require your commitment and detailed attention toward safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth. Our team is looking for outstanding, highly motivated, solutions developers who love listening to our customers, working as a team, and proactively taking the lead whenever vital. Our mission is to innovate and build scalable and robust hardware and software solutions in the manufacturing environment. These solutions drive the delivery of Blue Origin rockets and systems. Participate in the design, implementation, and deployment of pioneering systems and technologies to continuously improve the safety, quality, and efficiency of our manufacturing processes. Functionally decompose sophisticated problems into simple, straightforward solutions. Share knowledge in performance, scalability, enterprise system architecture, and engineering standard methodologies. We are looking for someone to apply their expansive controls engineering expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to scale and improve automated manufacturing at Blue. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Special Mentions Relocation provided Some travel potentially required. Interviews will include a technical assessment Multiple positions available

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Support initiatives to improve the reliability and efficiency of manufacturing processes through automation; accomplish the technical architecture, roadmap and implementation
• Collaborate with data-science and analytics teams to pair control system development with IOT analytics, developing closed-loop data-driven enhancements to sophisticated manufacturing systems
• Electrical design and modification of industrial control and safety systems
• Design and modification of PLC and Robot programs
• Design of process control systems
• Design and development of data collection solutions
• Support the development of SCADA applications (Ignition, Kepware, AWS, etc.)
• Provide production support for sophisticated manufacturing equipment

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years experience with common automation software development languages (ex. Ladder, ST, C/C++)
• 10+ years experience with controls and automation software development environments (ex. Siemens TIA Portal, Allen Bradley Control Logix)
• 10+ years experience with 'from scratch' software development used in automated tooling or equipment
• A demonstrated ability to interpret and review electrical and mechanical drawings
• Strong skills for design and process simplification
• Ability to communicate optimally, clearly, and with humility to partners
• An understanding of world-class quality, attention to detail, and dedication
• Must 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 Qualifications

• B.S. degree or higher in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Electrical, Controls, or other relevant engineering field
• Familiar with various control system and equipment safety standards such as IEC 61131, ANSI B11, NFPA 79, and RIA 15.06
• Experience with writing and developing software in a high-level language such as Python or C#.
• Experience with NC programming of automated systems such as G-code, TP, Karel
• Excellent technical writing, grammar, and presentation experience
• Experience with electrical verification of machines
• Experience in defining, implementing, and maintaining controls code from source control
• Hands on experience with multiple common manufacturing and assembly processes, CNC machines, metrology systems (laser tracking), and inspection
• Experience with electrical design for industrial control systems using systems such as AutoCAD Electrical

This position is not for immediate vacancy but is intended to fill anticipated future openings. Applicants who best meet the job requirements will be contacted and considered when a position becomes available.

Base Pay Range for: WA applicants is $197,529.00 - $276,539.55 Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement Don’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 Regulations Applicants 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 Check Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation Required 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 (CDL drivers only), 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 physical

Benefits 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.
• Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity Blue 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. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

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