Sr Electromagnetic Design Engineer
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Southgate, MI - USA
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Job Summary
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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. Were 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.About the Role
Blue Originis growing a team developing advanced electromagnetic and power systems technology.Werelooking for a Senior Electromagnetic Design Engineer to own electromagnetic design work from magnetic circuit sizing through detailed electromagnetic and thermal analysis supporting a new generation of power systems hardware.Youllwork across the full development lifecycle: concept sizing detailed design analysis correlationsupport through first-build testand field support.
This is a hands-on design role on a small high-output team whereyoullown subsystems end-to-end rather than a narrow slice of a large program.
What Youll Do
Perform electromagnetic design and sizing of core electromagnetic components including magnetic circuit design and materialselection(magnetic steels permanent magnets insulation systems)
Conduct detailed electromagnetic finite element analysis (FEA) to predict performance losses and flux distribution
Develop and correlate coupled electromagnetic-thermal models to predictcomponenttemperatures under transient and steady-state operating conditions
Analyze performance under fault and off-nominal conditions and support protection/coordination requirements
Generate design documentation drawings and specifications for procurement and manufacturing
Support prototype build instrumentation planning and first-build test and validation
Collaborate closely with mechanical power conversion and controls engineers on integrated system design
Identifyand drive resolution of design risks using data and analysis
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineeringor related field plus 8 years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Demonstrated experience in electromagnetic design of electric machines or electromagnetic power equipment
Proficiencywith electromagnetic FEA tools (e.g. ANSYS Maxwell JMAG Motor-CAD or equivalent)
Strong fundamentals in electromagnetics and materials (core steels magnet grades insulation systems)
Experience taking a design from concept through detailed design and into hardware
Ability to obtain andmaintainany required government security clearance/access as applicable
Experience with coupled electromagnetic-thermal-structural analysis
Must be able tocomply withU.S. export control regulations which may require U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status
Preferred Qualifications
Masters degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering with a power/electromagnetics focus
Experience with high-performance or high-reliability electromagnetic equipment
Familiarity with industry electromagnetic equipment design and testing standards
Hands-on experience with equipment test and validation (temperature rise efficiency fault testing)
Experience in aerospace energy or other highly regulated/high-reliability industries
Physical Requirements
Ability to work in an office and lab/manufacturing environment including occasional exposure to hardware test areas; may require standing bendinglifgingup to 25lbsand use of PPE.
Base Pay Range for:
WA applicants is $156802.00 - $219522.45Other site ranges may differ
Culture Statement
Dont 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 youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt 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 a refugee or granted asylum.
Background Check
- Required for all positions: Blues 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 10001 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 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.
- 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 companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys sole discretion. 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.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Blue Origin was founded by Jeff Bezos with the vision of enabling a future where millions of people are living and working in space for the benefit of Earth.
