MECHANICAL ENGINEER AT VITAFOAM NIGERIA PLC | ENGINEERING JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

Vitafoam Nigeria Plc is one of the most recognized manufacturing brands in Nigeria and West Africa, primarily known for its sleep solutions and polyurethane products.

Since you are looking into engineering roles there, here is a quick overview of the company to give you some context on what they do and how a Mechanical Engineer fits into their operations.

Job Description:

We are seeking a high-velocity and structurally elite Mechanical Engineer to anchor the technical engine of our manufacturing plant. In a specialized industrial landscape where institutional momentum is dictated by the uptime of the machine and the precision of the kinetic relay success is defined by "Mechanical Sovereignty" the ability to harmonize plant maintenance with the clinical precision required for Preventive Strategies, Hydraulic/Pneumatic Systems, and Chemical Mixer Optimization. This role is designed for a "Kinetic Architect" specifically a professional with 3 to 5 years of experience who can blend "Technical Grit" (troubleshooting foam cutting machines and conveyors) with the "Strategic Agility" required to execute Process Optimization and Energy Efficiency Upgrades.

Requirements:

1. Orchestration & Maintenance Governance

• Sovereignty of the Machine: Oversee the installation and repair of all mechanical systems, acting as the primary "Source of Industrial Uptime."

• Preventative Architecture: Develop and implement routine predictive maintenance schedules, providing the "Structural Foundation" for extended machinery lifespan.

• Integrity Stewardship: Monitor inventory levels for critical spare parts, ensuring the "Source of Component Readiness" is elite and uncompromised.

2. Tactical Resilience & Engineering Logic

• Resolution Sovereignty: Respond swiftly to equipment faults and diagnose root causes on the factory floor, acting as the primary "Source of Rapid Recovery."

• Optimization Architecture: Analyze machinery performance data to recommend modifications, providing the "Functional Foundation" for improved energy efficiency and output quality.

• Compliance Stewardship: Enforce strict adherence to regulatory standards and safety protocols, maintaining the "Source of Operational Security."

3. Operational Integrity & Collaboration Power

• Precision Sovereignty: Utilize high attention to detail in calibrating machinery and documenting logs, acting as the primary "Source of Quality Control."

• Team Architecture: Collaborate seamlessly with machine operators and plant managers to align engineering interventions with production targets, providing the "Relational Foundation" for technical unity.

• Velocity Logic: Utilize CAD and Maintenance Management expertise to accelerate the "Fault-to-Fix" cycle, maximizing the "Source of Manufacturing Throughput."

Qualifications and Skills:

Professional Profile

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc.) or HND in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

• Experience: 3 – 5 years of hands-on mechanical maintenance experience (FMCG or Chemical Processing preferred).

• Technical Power: Proficiency in reading technical blueprints and schematics; familiarity with CAD (AutoCAD/SolidWorks).

• Software IQ: Familiarity with modern Maintenance Management Systems.

• Soft Skills: Strong analytical problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude toward workplace safety.

Core Competencies

• Technical Grit: Ability to diagnose and execute repairs on complex pneumatic and hydraulic systems under pressure.

• Mechanical Sovereignty: Mastery of the "Install-Maintain-Troubleshoot-Optimize-Comply" lifecycle.

• Execution Power: High precision in documentation and calibration with clear, effective communication skills.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: career.vitafoam@vitafoam.com.ng using "Mechanical Engineer" as the subject line of the email.