Mechanical Engineer at Worknigeria

Worknigeria was established with a Singular Vision. To help the vast Nigerian workforce find meaningful jobs. We are also on a mission to upskill them in the best ways possible and help them grow with and within their careers.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Sector: FMCG (Bottling)
Work Structure: Shift-Based

Job Summary

• We are hiring mechanical engineers who will support plant operations by ensuring efficient machine performance, minimizing downtime, and driving effective maintenance practices across the production line.

Key Responsibilities

• Support plant-wide machine repairs during shifts to minimize downtime and production losses
• Analyse mechanical and production data to improve operational efficiency
• Execute corrective maintenance and ensure effective troubleshooting and knowledge transfer
• Manage repair activities and machine modification processes
• Supervise and evaluate maintenance and shift technicians on fault resolution
• Train technicians and operators on basic machine repairs and maintenance practices
• Maintain and monitor inventory of mechanical spare parts
• Coordinate with external vendors for specialized repairs and technical support
• Analyse machine breakdown history and implement strategies to reduce repair time
• Conduct performance and fault analysis on plant machinery
• Develop and implement maintenance and repair policies

Requirements

• First degree or equivalent in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering
• Membership of NSE and COREN certification is required
• Minimum of 10 years post-NYSC experience in a structured FMCG (bottling) company
• Strong hands-on experience with Krones machines is essential
• Proven experience in maintenance, troubleshooting, and plant operations
• Ability to work in a shift-based environment
• Strong communication skills (English required)
• Candidates from other West African countries are encouraged to apply.

Application Closing Date
21st May, 2026.