ADVERTISEMENT FOR TEMPORARY PLACEMENT
PRODUCT DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST: 2D / 3D DESIGN OF INJECTION-MOULDED PRODUCTS
We are seeking to recruit a qualified and motivated Product Design Specialist to provide professional design services (2D and/or 3D) for injection-moulded products on a Temporary Placement Contract for DGH Poly Products Limited, Lusaka, Zambia.
Responsibilities
- Develop product concept, detailed 2D drawings, and/or 3D CAD models for specific injection-moulded plastic components.
- Ensure designs align with moulding constraints, manufacturability, material specification, tolerances, and cost optimization.
- Work collaboratively with our engineering/manufacturing team to accommodate feedback and refine designs.
Qualifications & Experience
Applicants must clearly demonstrate:
1. Academic / Professional Qualifications
- Minimum: Diploma or Advanced Certificate in Mechanical Engineering / Industrial Design / Plastics Engineering or equivalent from a recognized institution.
- Preferable: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or a related field.
2. Relevant Practical Experience
- At least 3-5 years experience designing components for injection moulding (2D & 3D), including use of CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor, CATIA etc.).
- Demonstrable portfolio of previous works showing injection-moulded product designs (with examples of manufacturability, tolerances, tool-path friendliness, etc.).
- Experience with moulding plastics and understanding of material behaviour, shrinkage, draft angles, flow, cooling lines etc.
3. Technical Skills
- Strong CAD skills (3D modelling, 2D detailing).
- Ability to produce files compatible with tool makers / mould makers.
- Good communication (English), ability to interpret technical drawings / specifications.
4. Additional Attributes
- Attention to detail, meeting tight deadlines, ability to work with minimum supervision.
- Ability to respond to feedback and revise designs quickly.
- Good Interpersonal skills and a team player
Submission Requirements
Should you meet the the criteria above, please send applications via Go Jobs Zambia or end an email attaching the relevant qualifications to vacancies@dghpoly.co.zm by 17:00 hours on 10th October, 2025.
Only shortlisted consultants will be contacted.
