R&D and QA Intern

Ley Choon Constructions and Engineering Pte Ltdhyperscal.com; Singapore; On-site; SGD 11,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transportation shuttle

Company-provided lunch bus

Job summary

Ley Choon Constructions and Engineering Pte Ltd invites undergraduates for an R&D & Asphalt Premix internship at our Singapore office. You will assist in asphalt formulation development, lab testing, and QA/QC documentation.

You will gain hands-on experience with Marshall Compactor, DSR, and other lab equipment, work with engineers, and participate in quality standards and ISO practices.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student pursuing Civil Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related disciplines with interest in asphalt technology, materials testing, and infrastructure development.
• Training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist in R&D trials and asphalt premix development to meet project requirements.
• Conduct laboratory testing on aggregates, bitumen, and asphalt samples.
• Prepare QC test reports and maintain laboratory documentation.
• Support compliance with ISO 9001 quality management practices.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Materials analysis

Quality documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (in progress)

Tools

Marshall Compactor

Multiloader

UTM machines

DSR

Wheel tracker

Ovens

Microscope

Job description

1. Research & Development (R&D) and Asphalt Premix Formulation

• Assist the R&D team in developing and improving asphalt premix formulations through bitumen modification, additive selection, and mix design optimisation.
• Support asphalt mix trials, preparation, and evaluation to meet project requirements and performance expectations.
• Gain exposure to advanced asphalt solutions, including:
  • EME2: High-modulus asphalt concrete designed for heavy-duty base courses.
  • W3B (HiP): Polymer-modified high-performance wearing course for high-stress areas such as bus lanes and heavy traffic zones.
  • Plastic Asphalt: Sustainable asphalt solutions incorporating waste plastic materials into bituminous binders.
• Assist in evaluating binder and aggregate interactions to improve asphalt performance, durability, and quality.
• Support asphalt development activities in accordance with quality standards and industry practices.

2. Laboratory Testing and Material Analysis

• Conduct laboratory testing and analysis on asphalt materials, including aggregates, steel slag, bitumen, and asphalt premix samples.
• Perform material tests such as sieve analysis, particle size distribution, and Los Angeles Abrasion testing to assess aggregate properties and durability.
• Support asphalt performance and volumetric testing according to project specifications and authority requirements.
• Assist in evaluating asphalt properties through laboratory trials and simulated field condition testing.
• Gain hands-on experience in operating asphalt testing equipment, including Marshall Compactor, Multiloader, UTM machines, DSR, wheel tracker, ovens, and microscope equipment.
• Work closely with laboratory technicians and engineers to ensure accurate testing procedures and results.

3. Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) Documentation

• Assist in preparing QC test reports for R&D trials, production samples, and project submissions.
• Maintain laboratory records, test results, and technical documentation.
• Analyse test data and support the identification of any deviations against required specifications.
• Support compliance with project requirements, authority standards, and ISO 9001 quality management practices.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate students currently pursuing Civil Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering disciplines with an interest in asphalt technology, materials testing, and infrastructure development.
• Training will be provided.

Other Information

• Work Schedule: 5-day work week
• Location: Office at No. 3 Sungei Kadut Drive, Singapore729556(North Singapore)

Employee Benefits:

• Transportation:
  • Enjoy a company-provided shuttle for easy transportation available from Woodlands and Kranji MRT Stations to the office for your convenience
  • Company-provided lunch bus for easy access to meals.

What You'll Learn

• Gain hands-on exposure to asphalt technology, pavement materials, and road construction solutions.
• Learn asphalt development, testing, and optimisation processes.
• Develop practical laboratory testing and engineering analysis skills.
• Gain experience with industry-standard equipment and QC practices.
• Work alongside experienced R&D engineers and laboratory professionals.