Plastic Engineer

Lagos - Nigeria

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 7 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Were seeking a motivated Plastics Engineer to join an innovative this role you will assist in the design development and optimization of plastic products contributing to various projects that push the boundaries of material science and engineering.

A Plastic Blow Molding Engineer optimizes production processes troubleshoots machinery (extruders accumulators) and develops tooling to produce plastic products.

Responsibilities

Support the design and development of plastic components and products ensuring adherence to specifications and quality standards.
Assist in the evaluation and selection of materials understanding their properties and applications within different contexts.
Collaborate with senior engineers to conduct experiments and analyze data contributing to product improvements and innovation.
Participate in project meetings and provide updates on progress challenges and solutions.
Help document processes methodologies and results to maintain clear records and facilitate knowledge sharing within the team.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Plastics Engineering Materials Science or a related field.
Familiarity with basic plastics processing techniques and material properties.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with a passion for problem-solving.
Require 3-5 years of experience.
Knowledge of PET/HDPE materials.
Basic understanding of CAD software and design principles.
Knowledge of polymer chemistry and processing methods.
Understanding of materials characterization techniques.
Familiarity with plastic manufacturing processes such as injection molding extrusion and thermoforming.
Basic proficiency in CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks AutoCAD) for product design.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment contributing positively to team dynamics.
Strong willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced innovative environment.
Proactive mindset with a dedication to continuous improvement and development.

Benefits

Health insurance.
Retirement savings plan with company matching (Pension).
Paid time off and holidays.
Professional development opportunities and training programs.

A Plastic Blow Molding Engineer optimizes production processes troubleshoots machinery (extruders accumulators) and develops tooling to produce plastic products.

Responsibilities

Support the design and development of plastic components and products ensuring adherence to specifications and quality standards.
Assist in the evaluation and selection of materials understanding their properties and applications within different contexts.
Collaborate with senior engineers to conduct experiments and analyze data contributing to product improvements and innovation.
Participate in project meetings and provide updates on progress challenges and solutions.
Help document processes methodologies and results to maintain clear records and facilitate knowledge sharing within the team.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Plastics Engineering Materials Science or a related field.
Familiarity with basic plastics processing techniques and material properties.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with a passion for problem-solving.
Require 3-5 years of experience.
Knowledge of PET/HDPE materials.
Basic understanding of CAD software and design principles.
Knowledge of polymer chemistry and processing methods.
Understanding of materials characterization techniques.
Familiarity with plastic manufacturing processes such as injection molding extrusion and thermoforming.
Basic proficiency in CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks AutoCAD) for product design.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment contributing positively to team dynamics.
Strong willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced innovative environment.
Proactive mindset with a dedication to continuous improvement and development.