• Working as a member of a team 
• Document management and supporting the administration of projects 
• Working primarily in an office environment but with on-site access to our production facility 
• Developing competency in design software and applying this to engineering solutions 
• Preparation of calculations & specifications 
• Liaising with the wider team, be our internal departments or the project design team and clients 
• Contributing to problem solving and value engineered solutions 
• Ensuring deliverables meet the required standards 

Our apprenticeship programme at JDP will provide you with the foundations to independently maximise your full potential. 

•  Reliability, pragmatic, self-motivated and an avid team player with strong communication skills.
• An inclusive attitude and a commitment to skills development with the drive to keep learning. 
• An abundance of self-initiative. 
• A lateral thinker who can apply sound reasoning and logic to solve problems, and who is can think on their feet to direct their decisions. 

 Designing reality in a respected and rewarding profession with good earning potential. 

You can learn more at the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) website: Click Here 

Structural Engineering is a specialism of Civil Engineering focusing on Buildings in the built environment. As a Structural Engineer with JDP, you shall apply a lot of the civil engineering attributes to a specialist career in the design and detailing of structural steelwork structures, including buildings and bridges. 

Please Click Here for an overview of the GCU apprenticeship. 

Our offer of a degree apprenticeship is a direct, fully funded pathway to professional qualification, combining undergraduate education with on the job training and contribution to real-life projects. As an apprentice engineer, you shall graduate from our scheme with both the theoretical knowledge and practical industry experience necessary to become a stand-out and respected engineering specialist. 

The apprenticeship will run over a five-year period in which you will undertake a supervised programme of work-based training and university study on a day release program which itself shall be over the first four years. Your study will be towards a Civil Engineering BSc (Hons), with your last year focused on professional development suitable to attaining professional membership of the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE). 

These are additional to the University Programme Syllabus which can be found by reference to the GCU website. 

• Years 1 and 2 will be work-based learning modules. 
• You shall continuously report on the work you undertake in the workplace. 
• Year 3 shall be The Engineer in Business where you shall work as part of a group to run a business for a year. 
• Your final year shall be a project working on something that’s either critical or beneficial to our business. 

Upon successful completion of your degree and the end-point assessment, you will have met the requirements needed to reach Incorporated Engineer status with the Institute of Civil Engineers (ICE). This is an affiliated institution to the IStructE. The challenge then is reflecting on your work-based skills attainment to secure entry to the membership of the Institution of Structural Engineers. You shall be afforded our full support in your drive beyond Technical Membership of the Institution to become a Chartered Member through the Engineering Council. 

After the apprenticeship, we expect you to continue to grow your career with us as there need be no limit to your ambitions or skillset. 

• A commuting time of more than one hour is not considered as a healthy work/life balance and candidate selection may be vetted accordingly. 
• This is primarily an office-based role working at a desk using a computer for most of the day. 
• You shall be afforded the opportunity to experience the factory and sites. A Construction Skills certification Scheme (CSCS) test will be necessary if your application proves successful. 

You shall attend university as an ambassador for J&D Pierce and with a supporting letter as part of your admissions process. 

Your Learning Provider is currently outlined as Glasgow Caledonian University but please note that this could be subject to change depending on availability at application. 

• Minimum of four Highers. 
• Must include Maths, Physics, Technological Studies or Engineering Science at grade B or better. 
• One Higher must be achieved at A grade. 

• Have full eligibility to work in the UK.
• Who have just finished Higher’s, or BTEC equivalent.
• Demonstrate proficiency in both written and verbal communication. 

Salary shall be paid at an apprenticeship rate commensurate with our existing business model to be advised upon your invite to interview. 

• Learn to prepare detailed structural drawings, 3D models, and CNC files necessary for the manufacture and construction of steel structures.
• Assist in creating accurate technical documentation and drawings under the guidance of experienced professionals.
• Utilise industry-standard software and tools for drafting and modelling, gaining proficiency throughout the apprenticeship.
• Attend college on a day-release programme to pursue an HND in Civil Engineering.

• National 5 (or equivalent) in Maths, English, Physics, and Graphic Communication.
• Computing Studies would be advantageous.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

• Comprehensive training and mentorship provided by experienced professionals.
• Inclusion in our company pension scheme.
• Access to our subsidised canteen, on-site parking.
• A comprehensive modern benefits package, including health benefits, cycle to work scheme.
• Opportunities to acquire new skills and further your career.
• A vibrant workplace with team building events, awards ceremony, and reward schemes.