Process Engineer

African Industries Group (AIG), a leading conglomerate in Nigeria’s industrial and manufacturing sector, is hiring a Process Engineer to join its Kaduna operations. The role involves monitoring and optimizing DRI plant processes to ensure stable operations, improved efficiency, and consistent product quality while reducing energy usage and downtime.

• Monitor and control critical process variables, including temperature, gas flow, pressure, and metallization rate.
• Analyze production data to identify opportunities for process optimization and fuel efficiency improvement.
• Collaborate with Operations, Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrumentation teams for seamless and safe plant performance.
• Conduct trials and process studies aimed at improving plant output and product quality.
• Support troubleshooting and participate in root cause analysis of process deviations or failures.
• Assist in implementing process control system upgrades and improvement projects.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical, Metallurgical, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 3–5 years of experience in process engineering or operations within DRI, Steel, or similar process industries.
• In-depth understanding of DRI process chemistry, heat and mass balance, and gas-based reduction systems.
• Proficiency in DCS/SCADA systems, data analysis tools, and MS Office applications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

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