Automation Controls Engineer - Factory Automation Verified today
This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, supporting Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance across all facilities.
What you will do
As an Automation Controls Engineer in the Factory Automation Group, you will design, develop, and integrate controls and robotic systems for custom automation solutions. You will apply controls, software, and manufacturing expertise to solve complex factory automation challenges.
- Design electrical panels and software for automation equipment, tooling, fixtures, robotic cells, and custom machines
- Create schematics and diagrams using ECAD tools
- Develop and maintain Bills of Materials, assembly instructions, and technical documentation
- Program and configure controls and automation devices
- Design, program, and integrate robotic systems including external axes
- Provide production support to improve reliability and efficiency of manufacturing processes
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (customer, tooling, project management, manufacturing) to define requirements and deliver complete solutions
- Ensure designs meet functional requirements, manufacturability standards, safety codes, and project guidelines
- Participate in design reviews, prototyping, testing, and system integration
- Support fabrication, assembly, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting phases
- Research and apply new devices, components, and technologies to improve system performance and cost-effectiveness
- Conduct feasibility studies, prototyping, and process simulations
What you must have
- 5 or more years of experience in electrical and software design for automation, robotics, or industrial equipment
- 5 or more 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 working with PLCs and developing code from scratch for different automation platforms (Siemens, Beckhoff, Rockwell)
- Strong understanding of machine design, motion systems, and pneumatic actuators
- Experience with manufacturing processes such as machining, welding, sheet metal fabrication, and assembly
- Experience with robotic systems (KUKA, FANUC, ABB, etc.) and overall system integration
- Working knowledge of safety and ergonomic standards for industrial automation
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and project coordination skills
- Experience in a fast-paced, custom automation environment
- Strong engineering fundamentals and hands-on problem-solving abilities
- High level of attention to detail
- Willingness to travel occasionally for customer support and system installations
- 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
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechatronics, automation, or related field
- Experience working in a system integrator or custom industrial automation company
- Experience with CNC machine integration
- Proficiency with SCADA platforms (Ignition, WinCC, FactoryTalk)
- Exposure to systems with large part tooling designs and logistics
- Ability to interpret and review mechanical drawings
- Experience with project and ticket management
- Ability to create 3D layouts and robot simulations
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
- Paid parental leave, short and long-term disability
- 401(k) with company match up to 5%
- Education Support Program
- Stock options for regular employees (20+ hours per week)
- Up to four weeks paid time off per year based on scheduled hours
- Up to 14 company-paid holidays