Senior Automation Mechanical Engineer

BLUE ORIGIN

Senior Mechanical Engineer designing and leading the integration of automated manufacturing systems at Blue Origin. Collaborating across engineering disciplines to deliver systems for scalable production.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeHuntsville • Alabama, Colorado, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $181,626 - $254,275 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical design and integration of automated manufacturing equipment, utilizing 3D CAD tools and engineering principles to deliver innovative solutions. Proven ability to lead projects from design through commissioning, ensuring alignment with performance, cost, and schedule objectives.

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Mechanical Design3D CAD ProficiencyAutomated Manufacturing EquipmentRobotics KnowledgeEngineering Documentation

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Hard Skills

Mechanical EngineeringMechatronicsDesign for ManufacturabilitySystem IntegrationIterative DevelopmentBOM CreationMechanical Drawing InterpretationControl SystemsRobotic End-of-Arm ToolingMaterial Handling Systems

Tools & Technologies

CREOSolidWorks

Industry Keywords

Automated ToolingManufacturing EquipmentProduction Cell LayoutsSafety GuardingMechanical Issues Resolution

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with applications engineers on conceptual automated manufacturing equipment and provide feedback to product design teams to improve Design for Manufacturability
Lead mechanical design of custom automated manufacturing equipment using 3D CAD
Design custom automation equipment including robotic end-of-arm tooling, material handling systems, fixtures, weldments, machine frames, safety guarding, and production cell layouts
Apply engineering first principles — including mechanics, kinematics, and materials science — to analyze system behavior, evaluate design trade-offs, and develop technically sound solutions to novel mechanical challenges
Drive iterative development cycles; make pragmatic design trade-offs to balance performance, cost, and schedule constraints
Integrate mechanical, electronic, pneumatic, and related components into unified systems
Lead equipment commissioning, startup, and production ramp-up; own resolution of mechanical issues during installation and debug
Create and deliver mechanical documentation packages including BOMs, drawings, recommended spare parts lists, and assembly procedures
Provide technical input to project schedules and budgets throughout the project lifecycle

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field
Minimum 6 years of experience in the from-scratch design, assembly, and commissioning of custom automated tooling or manufacturing equipment
Proficiency in 3D CAD for mechanical design (CREO, SolidWorks, or equivalent)
Working knowledge of control systems, robotics, and automated industrial equipment, machines, and processes
Demonstrated ability to create, interpret, and review mechanical drawings and engineering documentation
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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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%
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
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Eligibility for benefits and bonuses based on company's intent to reward individual contributions