Electrical Engineer III

Electrical EngineerAt 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 the Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight.As part of a small, high-impact team responsible for integration, installation, commissioning, maintenance, and operations of electrical machines and the power systems around it, the Electrical Engineer delivers end-to-end electrical engineering solutions across a broad scope. Working with minimal direction, this engineer determines and develops approaches to complex problems, partners across a diverse set of technical and operational stakeholders, and contributes engineering judgment to the supporting disciplines that surround a successful integration effort.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Develop, analyze, and implement electrical engineering solutions spanning medium-voltage power systems, protection, excitation and voltage regulation, instrumentation, and controls, along with the integration challenges that bridge these domainsPlan, lead, and execute commissioning of electrical machinery and associated power systems.Perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis on electrical and electromechanical systems in the field and on the test floor, and recommend corrective actionsInterface with multiple stakeholder groups, including operations, manufacturing, test, suppliers, and external partners, to gather requirements, communicate technical direction, and align on solutionsInterpret and apply power system studies (short circuit, protection coordination, arc flash, load flow) to equipment design, settings, and safe operationTechnical oversight of suppliersSupport preventative and corrective maintenance of electrical systems, including trending condition monitoring data and identifying and supporting procurement of critical spare partsLeverage AI-enabled engineering tools to improve analysis, documentation, and design efficiencyDocument designs, analyses, test results, and decisions to support traceability and configuration controlMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline5+ years of relevant electrical engineering experienceHands on experience commissioning and troubleshooting electrical machinery and power systemsExperience with electrical testing and diagnosticsDemonstrated preventative and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis skillsFamiliarity with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and de-energization proceduresDemonstrated experience working in dynamic, high energy operational environmentsExcellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skillsAbility to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic work environmentProficiency using AI tools in an engineering workflowMust 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 failure investigations on electrical equipment, including post-event data analysisExperience designing for hazardous (classified) areas (e.g., Class I, Division 2)Experience with industrial power system environmentsHands on experience supporting systems engineering, configuration management, or quality processesExperience authoring commissioning procedures, work instructions, and developing processesWorking knowledge of basic networking systems and industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, DNP3, IEC 61850)Familiarity with relevant codes and standards (e.g., NEC, NFPA 70E / arc flash, IEEE and NEMA machine and protection standards)Physical RequirementsAbility to work in an office, lab/manufacturing, and including field/test site environments with occasional exposure to hardware test areas; may require standing, bending, climbing, and use of PPE.Culture 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. 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