MATERIALS TESTING ENGINEER

Mike Steel Construction Inc.; Tangub; On-site; PHP 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Mike Steel Construction Inc. is seeking a Materials Testing Engineer to help ensure that construction materials meet project specs, quality standards, and industry guidelines. This on-site role involves field and laboratory testing across infrastructure projects.

You will work with QA/QC, project engineers, and site teams to document results, calibrate equipment, and support corrective actions for roads, bridges, and concrete structures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Hands-on testing of concrete, soil, aggregates, and asphalt.
• Familiarity with ASTM, AASHTO, DPWH or equivalent standards.
• Experience in construction materials testing is preferred.
• Willingness to work on-site at multiple project locations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field and laboratory tests on construction materials.
• Prepare accurate testing reports and records.
• Coordinate with QA/QC and site teams to ensure compliance.
• Ensure calibration and maintenance of testing equipment.
• Review results and support corrective actions as needed.
• Support testing for roads, bridges and concrete structures.

Skills

Concrete testing

Soil testing

Aggregate testing

Asphalt testing

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Calibration equipment

Job description

About the role

As a Materials Testing Engineer, you will help ensure that construction materials meet project specifications, quality standards, and applicable industry requirements. You will perform field and laboratory testing for infrastructure projects and work closely with QA/QC personnel, project engineers, and site teams. This is an on-site role with assignments to project locations.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct testing of construction materials, including concrete, soil, aggregates, and asphalt.
• Perform field and laboratory tests to verify that materials meet project specifications.
• Prepare and maintain accurate materials testing reports, records, and supporting documentation.
• Monitor the quality and compliance of construction materials throughout project activities.
• Coordinate testing activities and results with QA/QC personnel, project engineers, and site personnel.
• Ensure the proper calibration, maintenance, and handling of testing equipment.
• Review test results and recommend corrective actions for materials that do not meet testing requirements.
• Support quality assurance activities for infrastructure projects, including roads, bridges, and concrete structures.
• Maintain compliance with ASTM, AASHTO, DPWH, and relevant project standards.

What we're looking for

• A graduate of Civil Engineering or a related engineering course.
• Knowledge of concrete, soil, aggregate, and asphalt testing procedures.
• Familiarity with ASTM, AASHTO, DPWH, and relevant construction standards.
• Experience in construction materials testing is an advantage.
• Experience supporting infrastructure projects, particularly roads, bridges, or concrete structures, is preferred.
• DPWH accreditation as a Materials Engineer I or II is highly preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organisation, and commitment to accurate technical documentation.
• Willingness to work on-site and be assigned to project locations.