Facilities Design Civil Engineer I

About the Role

Blue Origin is seeking a Facilities Design Civil Engineer I to join their Facilities Engineering Design team. This role is ideal for a new graduate or early-career engineer with a clear path to a Professional Engineer (PE) license, offering mentorship, diverse project types, and growing responsibility. You will contribute to designing the sites that power Blue Origin's Florida operations, focusing on new buildings, expansions, and existing facility modifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Support site civil design for new buildings and expansions, including site layout, grading and earthwork, stormwater and drainage, paving, and water, sanitary, and fire water utilities.
• Support the design of site modifications and repairs for operating facilities, addressing drainage, pavement, and utility issues.
• Perform engineering calculations, including stormwater, grading, earthwork, and utility sizing, under the review of a licensed engineer.
• Prepare drawings and Civil 3D models, and assist in assembling construction documents and specifications.
• Support site permitting by preparing calculations, exhibits, and application materials for local, state, and federal agencies.
• Gather field data, document existing conditions, and support site visits during design and construction.
• Support construction by assisting with submittal and RFI reviews and preparing field reports.
• Coordinate with structural, electrical, mechanical, and architectural team members on site interfaces.
• Maintain organized project files and design records.
• Pursue professional development toward a Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program (or expected by start date).
• Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, or ability to pass within one year of hire.
• Commitment to pursuing a Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 0–2 years of civil engineering experience; internship or co-op experience is applicable.
• Understanding of civil engineering fundamentals, including hydrology, hydraulics, and site grading.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or Civil 3D.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen a culture of inclusion.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to pass a U.S. Air Force / Space Force background check for base access at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
• Work environment includes office, operating facilities, and active construction areas, with occasional exposure to outdoor conditions.
• Availability to work extended hours as needed.
• Willingness to travel to other Blue Origin sites, agencies, vendors, and contractors (occasional, approximately 10%).

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or co-op experience in site civil, land development, or infrastructure design.
• Working proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Exposure to stormwater or hydraulic modeling software (e.g., ICPR, WaterGEMS, HydroCAD, or equivalent).
• Familiarity with Florida stormwater and environmental permitting.
• Exposure to GIS.
• Coursework or project experience in geotechnical, transportation, or water resources engineering.