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: Hybrid in Shelbyville, IN
Join Our Team as a Controls Engineer:
We’re seeking a talented Controls Engineer to join our growing automation team at Acieta! In this role, you’ll design, program, and implement custom automation systems that bring advanced manufacturing solutions to life. You’ll take projects from concept to installation, provide hands-on technical support to customers, and ensure every system performs at its best. This is a great opportunity to lead, mentor, and collaborate with a skilled team while shaping the future of automation in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
What You Get to Do:
- Design and program PLCs, HMIs, and robotic systems that bring automation to life.
- Integrate advanced technologies like robotics, vision, and motion control for cutting-edge solutions.
- Lead system testing, debugging, and validation to ensure flawless performance.
- Collaborate closely with project teams to meet goals, solve challenges, and deliver results.
- Support system design and hardware development from concept through completion.
- Travel to customer sites (approximately 50%) for hands-on installation, startup, and customer support.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers while continuing to grow your own technical expertise.
- Champion safety and teamwork to maintain a positive, productive work environment.
- 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:
- Willingness to commute to Shelbyville, IN 3+ days per week
- Desire to travel to customer sites up to 50% to support debugging and installation efforts.
- Willingness to work in a Hybrid Environment
- Engineering degree or equivalent hands-on experience in automation (5+ years).
- 5 years’ experience with Allen Bradley PLCs, HMI, motion control, and robotic systems.
- Strong experience programming and integrating Fanuc or Kuka robots.
- Skilled in troubleshooting, debugging, and supporting on-site system installations.
- Solid understanding of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and fabrication drawings.
- Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code and safety standards.
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:
The conditions described below represent the typical environment for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Position is based in a fabrication shop/ requires travel to manufacturing plants with hands-on involvement and oversight responsibilities.
- Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and potential electrical hazards.
- Noise levels are typically loud, consistent with industrial manufacturing environments.