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[Remote] Application Engineer

Remote · Mexico Full-time

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Acieta is a leading automation integrator specializing in custom solutions powered by robotics and advanced technologies. As an Applications Engineer, you will support the sales team by developing high-quality proposals and automation solutions tailored to customer needs, ensuring successful project outcomes.

Responsibilities

  • Build deep expertise in our automation products through hands‑on training and real‑world exposure, ensuring you fully understand each system’s capabilities
  • Develop project concepts from initial idea to defined scope, create accurate hour and cost estimates, and write clear, compelling sales proposals that set the project up for success
  • Master essential engineering tools—including AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Word, Excel, and Salesforce—while creating efficient, high‑quality proposals and costing documents
  • Own the organization of application data, maintaining clean, structured files and documentation throughout each project
  • Develop detailed sequences of operation with timing estimates, gathering critical information from customers—even when they’re new to automation—and making smart, well‑documented assumptions when needed
  • Collaborate with third‑party vendors to select and spec the right equipment that meets project requirements and aligns with internal team expectations
  • Recommend improvements that reduce cost, boost performance, and refine processes—continuing to contribute even after orders are awarded
  • Support your Team Leader in resolving technical or project issues throughout execution, providing expertise when customer questions arise
  • Promote and uphold a safe working environment by following company safety standards
  • Take on additional assignments and step into new challenges as requested by your supervisor
  • Performs other duties as assigned, which are reasonably related to the scope of the position and necessary for business operations

Skills

  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field, or an equivalent blend of education and hands‑on experience
  • 5+ years of experience in automation, robotics, sales engineering, or project management (a strong plus)
  • 2–5+ years of experience in industrial automation, ideally with exposure to custom automation solutions
  • Strong mechanical or mechatronics engineering background (preferred)
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical design drawings with confidence and accuracy
  • Proven communication skills to craft clear proposals, write concise technical documentation, and collaborate across teams
  • Ability to translate complex technical concepts into customer‑ready explanations, both written and verbal
  • Experience presenting technical information to vendors, clients, and internal teams—including leadership
  • Familiarity with electrical and pneumatic controls designs and how they integrate into automation systems
  • Ability to troubleshoot and reason through complex challenges, using written, verbal, or diagram‑based instructions
  • Experience evaluating cost factors such as materials, time, tooling, and project expenses
  • Highly self‑motivated and detail‑oriented, thriving in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment
  • Proficiency with industry‑relevant software tools, including CAD platforms and other automation technologies
  • Strong understanding of automation hardware, software, and control systems, and how they work together
  • Strong mechanical or mechatronics engineering background (preferred)

Company Overview

  • Acieta is an industrial robotics producer and integrator. It was founded in 2014, and is headquartered in Council Bluffs, Iowa, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://www.acieta.com/why-robotic-automation/robotic-solutions-industry/automotive-applications/.
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