About
Nigerian Foundries Limited (NFL) is a leading ferrous foundry group in Sub-Saharan Africa, excluding South Africa. Established in 1969, the company specializes in producing heavy-duty engineering castings for industrial applications.
The company operates its headquarters in Ilupeju, Lagos State, and a secondary manufacturing facility in Sango-Ota, Ogun State. With an installed annual production capacity of 8,500 metric tonnes, Nigerian Foundries offers early-career professionals opportunities to develop their technical expertise through practical industrial experience, professional mentorship, and structured career development.
Job Description
Nigerian Foundries Limited invites applications from qualified fresh graduates and early-career professionals for its 2026 Graduate Trainee Programme.
This intensive, 18-month career development programme is designed to equip participants with practical engineering knowledge, technical skills, and professional experience across various industrial specialties.
Available tracks include:
- Graduate Trainee Programme – Design Engineer
- Graduate Trainee Programme – Production Engineer
Training areas include foundry operations, machining, fabrication, engineering design, and 3D printing.
Successful candidates will gain exposure to industrial engineering processes and opportunities to build their technical and professional capabilities.
Qualifications & Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Possess a B.Sc., B.Eng., or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Be aged 27 years or younger.
- Have between zero and two years of work experience; fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Demonstrate proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD), with knowledge of SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or AutoCAD required.
- Possess strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Be competent in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Selection Process
Candidates should be prepared to participate in the following assessments:
- Intelligence quotient (IQ) test.
- Personality assessment.
- Microsoft Excel and Word tests.
- CAD proficiency test for engineering candidates.
- Communication and expression assessment involving a research-based scenario.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should follow these steps:
- Prepare an up-to-date CV highlighting relevant academic qualifications, technical skills, and experience.
- Write a cover letter expressing your interest in the appropriate graduate trainee position.
- Send both documents to recruitment@nigerianfoundries.com.
- Use the relevant job title as the subject of your email, specifying either Graduate Trainee Programme – Design Engineer or Graduate Trainee Programme – Production Engineer.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the stated deadline.