Employer and vacancy source: DGH POLYPRODUCTS LIMITED
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- EmployerDGH POLYPRODUCTS LIMITED
- LocationLusaka, Zambia
- Employer websitezambiajobalerts.com
- Listing sourceZambia Job Alerts
Key details for this vacancy
- Employer
- DGH POLYPRODUCTS LIMITED
- Location
- Lusaka, Zambia
- Posted
- October 2, 2025
- Job type
- Full Time
- Category
- Development
Website DGH POLYPRODUCTS LIMITED
Job description
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.