Warehouse Automation Design Engineer, Senior

Warehouse Automation Design Engineer, Senior

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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.
Blue Origin is committed to building a road to space so our children can build the future. As part of our vision, we’re searching for a highly skilled Senior or Principal Design Engineer with a passion for innovation, a drive for excellence, and a desire to make history. This role merges the rigor of aerospace warehousing with the speed and agility of e-commerce fulfillment.
As our Senior/Principal Design Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and refining complex automation systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including propulsion, fluid systems, structures, test, and embedded software. This role spans the full product lifecycle: from warehousing concept and design, ROI evaluation, up through testing, and integration.
We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!
Responsibilities

• Lead Mechanical Design
• Leverage advanced design principles to develop robust systems in support of aerospace and related automation applications.
• Oversee the full product lifecycle of components and assemblies, meeting rigorous engineering standards and compliance requirements.
• System Innovation & Integration
• Conduct feasibility studies and conceptual design activities, applying lessons learned to large-scale warehouse automation and robotic systems.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams (including electrical, software, controls, and manufacturing) to ensure seamless integration of complex assemblies.
• Prototyping & Testing
• Develop prototypes for proof-of-concept designs, integrating mechanical assemblies with sensors, actuators, and control systems.
• Validate designs through qualification or small-scale pilots.
• Design and execute comprehensive test protocols to validate performance, reliability, and safety requirements.
• Technical Leadership & Mentorship
• Provide technical leadership within cross-functional environments, guiding junior engineers and sharing best practices gained from previous fast-paced environments.
• Lead design reviews and ensure thorough documentation of all technical decisions.
• Continuous Improvement
• Champion automation, lean product development, and cost-optimization strategies.
• Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing, equipment installation, qualification, and launch activities.
  

Basic Qualifications

• Education & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field (Master’s or Ph.D. preferred).
• 8+ years of relevant engineering experience for Senior level roles; 12+ years for Principal level roles.
• Technical Expertise
• Demonstrated experience with product design in complex mechanical or mechatronic systems.
• Proficiency in 2D CAD (e.g., AutoCAD)
• Familiarity with high-speed fulfillment solutions: crossbelt and shoe sorters, ASRS equipment, AGVs, conveyance, and general warehouse design.
• Communication & Leadership
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, comfortable communicating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Track record of leading multi-disciplinary project teams, mentoring peers, and delivering results within tight timelines.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency
• 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.
• Travel
• This job will require up to 50% travel, depending on business need.
  

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of system-level automation, robotics, and controls integration.
• Hands-on experience with rapid prototyping, additive manufacturing, or emerging manufacturing methods.
• Demonstrated success championing cost-reduction initiatives, risk-management strategies, and quality improvements in high-reliability environments.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (e.g., Creo, SolidWorks, NX, Revit) and simulation tools (e.g., FlexSim, Demo3D).
  

Compensation Range For
WA applicants is $140,959.00-$197,342.25
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

• 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.
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.
• Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.
  

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.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation
Applicants 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 Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.
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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

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Job function

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  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

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