Ley Choon Constructions and Engineering Pte Ltd – R&D and QA Intern

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, Singapore 729556 (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.