Junior Draftsman & Estimator

Job summary

Develop detailed, fabrication-ready designs and drawings using Tekla Structures and AutoCAD, and prepare report packages and accurate bills of materials. Support estimating and job costing, interpret welding symbols and drawings, and collaborate with drafting, estimating, and shop personnel.

Job details

I.M. Industries Ltd. is a well-established custom metal fabrication company specializing in fabrication, welding, plasma/waterjet cutting and forming/bending. We are currently seeking a Junior Draftsman & Estimator to join our growing team. This role is ideal for a motivated individual looking to build hands-on experience in drafting, estimating, and fabrication support within a fast-paced industrial environment. Key Responsibilities Work with both Tekla Structures and Autodesk AutoCAD Develop and prepare detailed designs and drawings from preliminary concepts, sketches, specifications, and other data Create fabrication-ready drawings and complete report packages Produce accurate Bills of Material (BOMs) for estimating and job costing Assist with project estimating based on drawings and BOMs Interpret and apply welding symbols correctly Read and interpret drawings using both Imperial and Metric measurements Collaborate effectively with drafting, estimating, and shop personnel Report directly to the Drafting Manager / General Manager Required Skills & Experience Experience with Tekla Structures Experience with Autodesk AutoCAD Excellent English verbal and written communication skills Strong understanding of welding symbols and fabrication drawings Ability to visualize three-dimensional objects from two-dimensional drawings Solid knowledge of drafting terminology, practices, and techniques Project estimating and job costing experience from BOMs Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access), Outlook, and Teams Strong organizational and time management skills Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to interact positively with all levels of staff Qualifications Completion of a 2-year diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or Engineering Design & Drafting Technology from a recognized institute (e.g., NAIT or equivalent) Technical or other relevant post-secondary training (or higher) Additional Requirements Must have own reliable transportation Must be proficient in reading both Imperial and Metric Tape measure. Understanding/background in steel and sheet metal fabrication industry Why Join I.M. Industries Ltd.? Work with a respected, long-standing fabrication company Gain hands-on experience across drafting, estimating, and fabrication Exposure to real-world industrial, commercial and custom projects Employer paid Health Benefits Apply today and become part of a skilled team that takes pride in precision, quality, and craftsmanship.

What you’ll do

Develop detailed, fabrication-ready designs and drawings using Tekla Structures and AutoCAD, and prepare report packages and accurate bills of materials. Support estimating and job costing, interpret welding symbols and drawings, and collaborate with drafting, estimating, and shop personnel.

Requirements

Requires experience with Tekla Structures and AutoCAD, strong knowledge of welding symbols and fabrication drawings, and the ability to estimate and cost jobs from bills of materials. Applicants need a relevant two-year diploma or other relevant post-secondary training, strong communication and organizational skills, proficiency with Imperial and Metric measurements, and reliable transportation.

Benefits

• Employer-Paid Health Benefits

Listed skills

• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Microsoft Outlook · Preferred
• Microsoft Teams · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Time management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Tekla Structures
• Autodesk AutoCAD
• Technical Drafting
• Fabrication Drawings
• Bill of Materials (BOM)
• Project Estimating
• Job Costing
• Welding Symbols
• Imperial and Metric Measurements
• Microsoft Office
• Outlook
• Microsoft Teams
• Three-Dimensional Visualization
• Communication
• Organization
• Time Management

Job areas

• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Trades
• Construction