Mechanical Engineer 📍IA

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.

Location/Workplace Type: Onsite in Council Bluffs, IA

Join Our Team as a Mechanical Engineer:  

Join our team as a Mechanical Engineer and help bring innovative robotic automation systems to life! In this role, you’ll play a hands-on part in designing the mechanical foundations of advanced robotic solutions, collaborating with a skilled engineering team to turn concepts into high‑performance, real‑world systems. If you’re passionate about building purposeful, cutting‑edge technology, this is an opportunity to make a direct impact from day one.

What You Get to Do:

• Bring robotic automation to life by designing complete automation systems within defined timelines and budgets—transforming project requirements into innovative mechanical solutions that drive real‑world performance.
• Shape the technical vision by evaluating project goals, developing conceptual designs, and assessing technical feasibility across engineering complexity, manufacturability, and cost. Apply your mechanical expertise to size, design, and integrate complex mechanical components, assemblies, and robotic elements.
• Own the mechanical design of robotic cells, creating detailed component designs and full cell layouts that optimize functionality, safety, and efficiency.
• Play a key role in new business opportunities by helping prepare proposals and quotations that accurately reflect system capabilities and support Acieta’s growth and profitability.
• Lead critical project touchpoints, including design reviews, drawing releases, project kickoffs, and status meetings—adapting plans and schedules to keep projects on track and aligned with customer expectations.
• Contribute wherever your skills fit, taking on additional responsibilities that match your training and support overall project success.
• Champion a safe work environment by adhering to all safety standards and promoting best practices throughout the design and build process.
• 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:

• Must be able to be onsite, in person 5 days per week in Council Bluffs, IA
• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering—or an equivalent degree in Manufacturing Engineering or Applied Engineering—giving you the technical skills needed to design high‑performing robotic automation systems.
• 3+ years of experience in Draftsite and SolidWorks (and the ability to work confidently in other 2D/3D CAD platforms), enabling you to turn concepts into precise, manufacturable designs.
• 5+ years Hands-on mechanical design experience in robotics, automation, or complex machinery—designing and sizing mechanical components, assemblies, and systems that integrate multiple pieces of equipment seamlessly.
• A data-savvy mindset, using tools like Microsoft Excel to support engineering calculations, project planning, cost analysis, and design documentation.
• Real-world manufacturing insight, especially in machine tool load/unload applications, work holding, or fixturing—allowing you to design systems that are practical, efficient, and production-ready.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions:

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.