Materials Engineer/ Scientist

Responsibilities

• Investigate and characterise traditional and modern building materials (e.g. lime-based mortars, masonry, concrete, timber, stone, metals, coatings).
• Conduct material testing, analysis, and diagnostics , including sampling strategies, laboratory testing, and interpretation of results.
• Support condition surveys, defect investigations, and failure analysis related to material deterioration.
• Assess material compatibility, durability, and performance for repair and conservation works.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and recommendations for conservation and repair projects.
• Collaborate with conservation architects, engineers, and specialists on interdisciplinary projects.
• Contribute to research, method development, and knowledge building in conservation materials and techniques.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Materials Engineering, Materials Science, Civil Engineering (materials-focused), Chemistry , or a related discipline.
• Strong grounding in building materials science and material behaviour.
• Experience or demonstrated interest in historic building materials and conservation is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with laboratory techniques (e.g. microscopy, chemical analysis, physical and mechanical testing).
• Ability to interpret test results and translate them into practical conservation solutions .
• Good technical writing and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, curious, and comfortable working across disciplines.
• Desirable Experience
• Experience with lime mortars, historic masonry, concrete repair, timber decay, corrosion, or coatings .
• Knowledge of conservation principles, material compatibility, and minimal intervention approaches .
• Experience working on heritage buildings or existing building refurbishment projects.
• Exposure to relevant standards, guidelines, or conservation frameworks.
• Why Join MAEK Consulting
• Work on meaningful heritage and conservation projects across the region.
• Be part of a small, specialist, and highly collaborative team .
• Opportunity to develop deep expertise in building diagnostics and conservation materials .
• A role that values rigour, curiosity, and thoughtful engineering judgment .
• Application
• Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in building materials and heritage conservation to admin@maek.com.sg

Additional Information

Materials Engineer / Materials Scientist (Building Materials & Heritage Conservation) MAEK Consulting Pte Ltd - Singapore MAEK Consulting Pte Ltd is a specialist consultancy in built heritage conservation, building diagnostics, and material performance assessment . We work at the intersection of engineering, science, and conservation , supporting the sensitive repair, restoration, and long-term care of historic and existing buildings. We are seeking a Materials Engineer / Materials Scientist with a strong interest in building materials and heritage conservation to join our multidisciplinary team.

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