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: Â
Join our team as an Engineering Documentation Specialist and help bring innovative robotic automation systems to life! In this role, you’ll play a hands-on part in designing the 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:
- Create and revise 2D and 3D CAD models, assemblies, and detailed drawings for robotic automation systems, tooling, and equipment
- Generate fabrication, assembly, and installation drawings with proper tolerances, BOMs, and annotations
- Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers to ensure design intent is accurately captured
- Maintain drawing standards, templates, and best practices across projects
- Support design changes and engineering change requests
- Manage the lifecycle of engineering documents including drawings, specifications, manuals, and work instructions
- Coordinate document release processes between engineering, Integration and Project Management
- Ensure all documentation meets internal standards and customer requirements
- Archive and retrieve documents in accordance with company policies
- Support production and field teams with accurate and up-to-date documentation
- Assist in compiling technical documentation packages for customer deliverables
- Ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of all drawings and documentation
- Identify and implement improvements to drafting and document control processes
- Support audits and compliance efforts related to documentation
- 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
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field
- 3+ years of drafting and/or document control experience in industrial automation, robotics, or manufacturing environments
- CAD expertise that drives innovation, with proficiency in Soildworks (and the ability to work confidently in other 2D/3D CAD platforms), enabling you to turn concepts into precise, manufacturable designs.
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar)
- Experience with PDM/PLM systems (e.g., SolidWorks PDM, Autodesk Vault, or similar)
- Experience writing operation and maintenance manuals.
- Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Epicor or similar) is a plus
- Strong understanding of mechanical drawings, GD&T, and BOM structures
- Basic understanding of electrical schematics is a plus
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
- Problem-solving mindset with a focus on accuracy and efficiency
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.