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 Assembly Technician:
Step into a hands‑on role where precision and innovation come together! As a Mechanical Assembly Technician, you’ll bring complex mechanical systems to life—assembling components with expert craftsmanship, using a wide range of tools, and ensuring every build meets the highest standards. You’ll troubleshoot challenges, spot opportunities to enhance performance, and play an active role in improving processes that keep our operations running at their best. Join a team that values skill, problem‑solving, and continuous improvement, and take pride in building the machinery that drives real‑world impact.
What You Get to Do:
- Build automation by assembling mechanical and electromechanical components using blueprints and schematics.
- Work hands-on with tools and precision instruments to create subassemblies and complete systems.
- Fit, align, and fine-tune parts to meet exact specifications and ensure flawless system performance.
- Test and troubleshoot assemblies to keep everything running smoothly.
- Collaborate with engineers on system setup and validation for cutting-edge automation projects.
- Keep things organized by maintaining accurate documentation and following established processes.
- Spot and report design or quality issues to drive improvements.
- Champion safety and cleanliness in your workspace every day.
- Contribute ideas to enhance assembly methods and product quality through continuous improvement.
- 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:
- Willing and able to be onsite, in person 5 days per week in Council Bluffs, IA
- Ability to travel up to 15% through USA, Canada, Mexico, Europe and potentially Australia for up to 2 weeks at a time to support project installation.
- Must have a Valid Driver’s License.
- Must have or be willing to attain valid Passport.
- Associate’s degree or technical degree or equivalent experience.
- At least 1 year of experience in mechanical assembly with a strong attention to detail.
- Proficient computer skills for documentation and system navigation.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and collaborate in a team-oriented environment.
- Skilled at following detailed written and verbal instructions to ensure accuracy and quality.
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 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.