Engineering / Technical

Mechanical Engineer

African Industries Group·Lagos, nigeria·Full Time·Onsite
Engineering / Technicalentry-levelFull TimeOnsite
-Closes Oct 16, 2026

African Industries Group (AIG) is a diversified global conglomerate with a legacy of 52 years of business excellence and sustainable growth. It is headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. It has been contributing to Nigeria’s socio-economic growth and industrial development and is equally committed towards the nurturing and development of the local community.

AIG owes its success to the core philosophy of Building the Future Together’. Its business strategy is inclusive, sustainable, and not only benefits stakeholders but also positively impacts the environment and society. It has been predominantly a manufacturing company, with operational excellence benchmarked to global standards. The group has around 35 state of the art manufacturing plants and facilities located in various locations across Nigeria, creating employment opportunities. Its investment and expansion in manufacturing with the latest functional technology provides long term employment to thousands of Nigerians, for people from across the globe. It also creates ancillary employment for many more.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Mechanical Engineer

Job Location: Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Key Requirements

  • B.Sc./B.Eng. or HND in Mechanical Engineering.
  • 3–5 years of relevant experience in mechanical maintenance and repairs.
  • Practical experience repairing and maintaining forklifts, heavy-duty equipment, and other industrial machinery is essential.
  • Good knowledge of hydraulic systems, engines, transmissions, and mechanical troubleshooting.
  • Experience in a manufacturing or steel plant environment is an advantage.
  • Strong problem-solving and equipment maintenance skills.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and portfolio to: afolabi.ayodele@africanindustries.com using "Mechanical Engineer Application" as the subject of the email.

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Send your CV along with a cover letter toafolabi.ayodele@africanindustries.com

Please use the job title as the subject line of your email.

At a glance

Company

African Industries Group

Location

Lagos, nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Work style

Onsite

Experience

entry-level

Valid until

October 16, 2026

Created

October 9, 2026

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