Our Company:
As a leading automation integrator, Acieta designs and delivers custom solutions powered by cutting-edge robotics and advanced technologies, from FANUC and KUKA systems to vision-guided applications, palletizing, and fully integrated cells. With operations across the U.S. and customers worldwide, Acieta combines the agility and collaborative culture of a small company with the resources and expertise to execute large-scale, transformative projects. Join our rapidly growing team and help shape the next era of automation.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Join Our Team as an Applications Engineer:
As an Applications Engineer, you’ll play a key role in helping our sales team win projects by developing compelling, high‑quality proposals that clearly demonstrate Acieta’s deep understanding of customer needs. You’ll dive into each customer’s products, manufacturing processes, and pain points to craft smart, efficient automation solutions that showcase the value of our equipment. By balancing innovation with thoughtful consideration of cost and risk, you’ll help position Acieta as the partner of choice and drive successful outcomes for both our customers and our team.
What You Get to Do:
- Build deep expertise in our automation products through hands‑on training and real‑world exposure, ensuring you fully understand each system’s capabilities.
- Develop project concepts from initial idea to defined scope, create accurate hour and cost estimates, and write clear, compelling sales proposals that set the project up for success.
- Master essential engineering tools—including AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Word, Excel, and Salesforce—while creating efficient, high‑quality proposals and costing documents.
- Own the organization of application data, maintaining clean, structured files and documentation throughout each project.
- Develop detailed sequences of operation with timing estimates, gathering critical information from customers—even when they’re new to automation—and making smart, well‑documented assumptions when needed.
- Collaborate with third‑party vendors to select and spec the right equipment that meets project requirements and aligns with internal team expectations.
- Recommend improvements that reduce cost, boost performance, and refine processes—continuing to contribute even after orders are awarded.
- Support your Team Leader in resolving technical or project issues throughout execution, providing expertise when customer questions arise.
- Promote and uphold a safe working environment by following company safety standards.
- Take on additional assignments and step into new challenges as requested by your supervisor.
- Performs other duties as assigned, which are reasonably related to the scope of the position and necessary for business operations.
What You Bring to the Team:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field, or an equivalent blend of education and hands‑on experience.
- 5+ years of experience in automation, robotics, sales engineering, or project management (a strong plus).
- 2–5+ years of experience in industrial automation, ideally with exposure to custom automation solutions.
- Strong mechanical or mechatronics engineering background (preferred).
- Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical design drawings with confidence and accuracy.
- Proven communication skills to craft clear proposals, write concise technical documentation, and collaborate across teams.
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts into customer‑ready explanations, both written and verbal.
- Experience presenting technical information to vendors, clients, and internal teams—including leadership.
- Familiarity with electrical and pneumatic controls designs and how they integrate into automation systems.
- Ability to troubleshoot and reason through complex challenges, using written, verbal, or diagram‑based instructions.
- Experience evaluating cost factors such as materials, time, tooling, and project expenses.
- Highly self‑motivated and detail‑oriented, thriving in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment.
- Proficiency with industry‑relevant software tools, including CAD platforms and other automation technologies.
- Strong understanding of automation hardware, software, and control systems, and how they work together.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands listed below represent essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
- Ability to remain in a stationary position and move about the worksite as needed.
- Frequent use of hands to operate tools, controls, and equipment; occasional positioning of self to access low or elevated areas.
- Regular lifting and moving of up to 25 lbs., frequent lifting of up to 50 lbs., and occasional lifting of up to 100 lbs.
- Visual requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Working Conditions OFFICE:
The following outlines the typical environment for this position. Reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws: [adata.org], [dol.gov]
- Primarily based in an office setting, with occasional visits to a fabrication/manufacturing floor for oversight, inspection, or collaboration.
- Periodic exposure to moving machinery, mechanical components, and potential electrical hazards, requiring attention to safety protocols and appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Manufacturing areas are characterized by elevated noise levels consistent with industrial workspaces, where standard hearing protection may be necessary.
- Occasional walking or standing during floor visits; administrative tasks are performed seated in an office environment.
- We comply with OSHA regulations to maintain a safe workplace and ensure employees are provided with proper protective equipment and training for industrial areas.