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Mechanical Engineer Technician

(Entry Level Engineer)

Thomson, Georgia

Work in a small town, at a startup company, with a dedicated team.  STILT.PRO is a manufacturer that designs and builds specialized greenhouse and nursery automation and mechanization equipment.  We are looking for a hands-on go getter to design and support the building of this unique equipment.  We are hiring for the position of Mechanical Engineer / Agricultural Engineer / Mechanical Engineering Tech.  See our website to learn more:  https://stilt.pro/join-us/

Top 3 things that will make you successful:

  • Intrinsically motivated
  • Enjoys solving problems (engineering and business)
  • “Hands-on let’s get it done attitude”, while doing what’s right for the customer

Likely job responsibilities and skills:
  • Hands on support of production of equipment, equipment and process improvements
  • Work in 3D CAD (Fusion 360) and MRP system
  • Strong mechanical, fabrication, and automotive type skills
  • Some light fabrication (bending thin parts, metal work, welding, and powder coat painting)
  • Create assembly drawings, operator manuals, and work instructions
  • Concepting and articulating customer needs and ideas from customer feedback and then quoting projects


Salary 54K to 70K based on experience and skill level.  Benefits include – Paid-time-off and some holidays.

If you’re interested – please reach out to [email protected]

STILT.PRO LLC, 261 Quality Dr, Thomson, GA  30824

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Transform Agriculture in Small-Town Georgia

Are You Ready for a Different Kind of Engineering Job?

STILT.PRO brings fresh thinking to greenhouse automation. We design simple mechanical solutions that make nurseries more efficient. Your career grows as we grow.

PROVE YOU’RE RIGHT FOR THE MISSION:

✓ Can you turn customer problems into elegant mechanical solutions?

✓ Do you prefer building prototypes over PowerPoints?

✓ Would you rather be in the shop than a cubicle?

Your Mission (Should You Accept It):

  • Turn ideas into working equipment
  • Design in CAD, build in the shop
  • Work directly with customers
  • No corporate red tape, just real engineering

The Deal:

  • $54K-70K + PTO/holidays
  • Ground-floor opportunity
  • Small town, big impact

Still reading? You might be our kind of engineer. Ready to build something that matters? [email protected]

Learn more at stilt.pro/join-us

P.S. If you want another desk job, keep scrolling. If you want to help revolutionize farming, let’s talk.

Fabricator, Powder Coater, and Machine Builder

(Machine Builder / Job Shop)

Thomson, Georgia

Job post summary

Date posted: August 2, 2025

Pay: $22.00 – $28.00 per hour

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled Fabricator and Machine Builder to join our manufacturing team at STILT.PRO in Thomson, GA. This role involves fabrication, welding, powder coating, electrical assembly, and the finish assembly of equipment and machinery. STILT.PRO brings fresh thinking to greenhouse automation. We design tough mechanical equipment that make nurseries more efficient. Your career grows as we grow.

Key Responsibilities

Sheet Metal Fabrication

  • Read engineering drawings and prints
  • MIG and TIG welding, cutting, grinding and finishing weldments
  • Utilize CNC press brake to bend sheet metal

Powder Coating

  • Metal prep and wash, prime and finish powder coat parts
  • Maintain paint equipment, including spray guns, ovens, and spray booth

Machine Assembly

  • Assemble machine components based on assembly prints
  • Install mechanical components – drivetrain assemblies, panels, and decals
  • Wire motors and controls
  • Build crate and package machines for shipping
  • Verify proper assembly of equipment using checklists and visual inspection

Experience
Candidates should have a demonstrated foundation in manufacturing processes with experience in the following areas:

  • Blueprint reading and interpretation
  • Operation of CNC machinery
  • MIG and TIG Welding
  • Electrical experience including wiring and troubleshooting
  • Mechanical knowledge related to assembly and fabrication
  • Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments
  • Familiarity with industrial equipment operation

Requirements

  • Be able to work independently and with minimal instruction
  • Operate forklifts safely to move materials within the facility
  • Maintain a clean and organized workspace, Maintain and service equipment.
  • Be able to lift heavy objects safely

We encourage self starters who are detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and eager to contribute to a collaborative team environment to apply for this exciting and unique opportunity.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

 

  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off

 

Application Question(s):

 

  • A person that will excel at this job will likely enjoy building things with their hands. Share an example of something you’ve built that you are proud of.
  • Are you currently employed?

 

Ability to Commute:

 

  • Thomson, GA 30824 (Required)

 

Work Location: In person

Share some contact info and we'll see how we can help!

What does the warranty look like?

3 Year, Unlimited Hours Warranty – INCLUDED

What does it include?

Includes: Problem identification, remote trouble shooting of issue, support and instruction for proper repair, and providing replacement of failed parts.

What is excluded?

Excludes – Misuse of equipment (including using non horticultural potting mixes with high sand and field soil content) or improper care, such as leaving fertilizer in machine for an extended period of time.  Wear parts (chain, slats, wear plates or surfaces).  External physical damage inflicted on the machine.  Labor repair costs.

We will walk you through the repair process and make sure you're happy.

What about Service Parts?

Yes, we keep inventory of most all parts. Most all of the components are either US Sourced or a common off the shelf component. We are having some supply chain issues on components, but we are working through the best way to manage that.

What about Repair?

All of our machines are designed right here in the US.  We design these machines to be easily repairable by an inexperienced worker.  Should a problem arise, you won’t need to weld or fabricate a new part.  The entire machine is bolted together and you can simply bolt in a replacement part.

The hopper capacity seems low

We have heard that concern, I get it, you won’t be able to load a machine up and let a person pot plants for a day.

Some perspective – The rear load machine holds about 3/4 – 1 cubic yard which is up to about 200 gallons of material. That gives you about 15 minutes of runtime without stopping.

The reason for the smaller equipment size is to primarily keep the price and complexity down.

Increasing the machine size has a few unwelcome side effects:

-Increase horsepower requirements which means increased power – now you have to have dedicated power for the machine.

-Increasing the hopper size also increases the physical size of the machine which increases the overall cost and reduces portability

You may have not made a purchase on a potting machine in the past because of the overall cost.

We're being cautious around those concerns and trying to work within your business goals.

Is this production rate slow?

From time to time, we hear that our production rates appear slow. Look at it this way though. You have 5 or 10 workers running a high-speed line. SOMETHING GOES WRONG, you now have all these people standing around and/or you need to find a different job for them.

What's your real per man hour potting rate?

If you have a machine problem with a high-speed line you’re completely shut down.  With a cell-based design, you have a small part of the potting operation down.  Your efficiency is similar whether you have 1 or 4 people operating STILT.PRO machines.

Your business is complex, don't make it worse.

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