African Foundries Limited Recruitment for Graduate Trainee

African Foundries Limited (AFL) was established to support the accelerating growth in Nigeria by making the country self-reliant for steel rebars and eliminating its dependence on imported rebars. AFL is set up to reach a 0.5 million-ton per year capacity for high strength rebars and allied products.

Job Location: Ogijo, Ogun
Employment Type: Full-time

Descrption

• The Graduate Trainee – Metallurgical and Materials Engineer will support the engineering and production teams in the analysis, development, and improvement of materials and metallurgical processes.
• The trainee will gain practical experience in material testing, failure analysis, quality control, and production processes while developing professional engineering skills under supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting metallurgical testing and materials characterization such as hardness testing, tensile testing, and microstructure analysis.
• Support engineers in evaluating the properties and performance of metals, alloys, and other materials used in production.
• Participate in failure analysis investigations to determine causes of material defects or component breakdowns.
• Assist with quality control inspections and ensure materials meet industry and company standards.
• Support process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing product quality and manufacturing efficiency.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations based on laboratory and production findings.
• Assist in monitoring heat treatment, casting, welding, and fabrication processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and engineering regulations.
• Participate in training programs and mentorship activities to develop technical and professional competencies.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or related disciplines
• 0 - 2 years of experience (entry-level role).
• Must have complete his NYSC.
• Basic knowledge of metallurgical processes, material testing techniques, and engineering principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic engineering software is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented industrial environment.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Position as the subject of the email.