Mechanical / Structural Draftsman

About Us

IMI Industrial Services Group is a full service, total solutions, industrial contractor.  Established in 1988 in Watkinsville, Georgia, IMI has over 30 years of success in the Industrial construction industry.  We have three satellite offices in Augusta, Covington, and Winder, GA.  IMI supports manufacturers throughout most of the Southeast and we are expanding rapidly; big enough to have all the necessary resources, but small enough to give genuinely helpful personalized attention to everyone who puts their trust in us.

Why IMI?

• Safety, Integrity, Quality, and Production will always be met at IMI.
• We have maintained steady growth and continually strive to advance.
• Founded on family values and principles.
• Focused on work/life balance.
• Rewards:
  • Competitive salary packages
  • Healthcare benefits
  • PTO plans
  • 401k with robust company match
  • Employee Referral Program

Job Summary

IMI is seeking a full-time LOCAL Draftsman for the Athens, GA area.  Relocation is not included!

Essential Functions

The Draftsman will be responsible for utilizing CAD software to create mechanical and structural designs that enable fabricators to construct industrial and commercial projects.  The role also requires preparation of detail drawings for client approval while assisting Project Managers, Estimators, Fabricators, and Erectors to accurately create mechanical systems and structures.

• Utilize CAD software to prepare detail designs of mechanical systems and structural assemblies.
• Analyze design requirements and recommend changes that result in a more efficient design or offer a better value.
• Create bills of materials to accurately estimate cost.
• Work with outside architects, engineers, and other detailers as necessary.
• Coordinate projects with sales and production departments.
• Check drawings of other draftsmen to minimize risk of error.
• Provide timely responses to inquiries from purchasing, production, and installation teams.

Education and Experience

• Associate Degree from an accredited university or technical school specializing in mechanical or structural design.
• Demonstrated mechanical design and/or structural detailing experience with SolidWorks is preferred, but not required.
• Excellent CAD skills and proficiency using software designed for use in detailing.
• Proven work history on miscellaneous metal detailing.
• Outstanding ability to read and understand construction specifications and drawings.
• Proven understanding of both fabrication and installation.
• Computer experience, including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Project, and