Controls Engineer

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Our Company:

Acieta is a leading automation company and the parent organization of Capital Industries, RoBEX, Midstate, and Vantage. We design and build custom manufacturing solutions using cutting‑edge robotics and automation technologies—from Fanuc and Kuka systems to vision, palletizing, and individual cell applications. With operations across the U.S. and customers worldwide, Acieta combines the agility and culture of a small company with the resources to deliver large‑scale, impactful projects.

Join our rapidly growing team shaping the future of automation.

Location: Hybrid in Shelbyville, IN

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.

• 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.

• 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.

The physical demands described here represent 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 these functions.

• Regularly use hands to operate tools, equipment, and computer systems.
• Frequently stand, sit, reach, and communicate clearly with team members.
• Occasionally walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crawl as required by installation and maintenance tasks.
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 lbs., with occasional lifts up to 75–100 lbs. with assistance or equipment.
• Visual acuity to read technical documents, operate machinery, and perform detailed work safely.

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