Graduate Commercial Engineers

JDR Cable Systems Ltd.; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym Allowance

Healthshield registration

Matched Pension contributions

Job summary

JDR Cable Systems Ltd. in Newcastle is hiring two Graduate Commercial Engineers to start their careers in a dynamic engineering and commercial environment.

You will support tendering, cost estimates and commercial proposals, working with engineering, procurement and project teams. This graduate role offers mentoring, UK hybrid working (three days in the office at our Newcastle facility, two days remote), and a path toward Chartered status with professional bodies.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Business, Finance or other relevant discipline.
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage competing priorities.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Experience in tendering, cost estimating or commercial activities is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Review customer enquiries, specifications and tender documents.
• Support preparation of tender submissions and commercial quotations.
• Coordinate technical and commercial information from departments.
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain quotations and information.
• Assist with tender pricing, bid documentation and deadlines.
• Maintain accurate tender records and post-submission activities.
• Prepare and maintain project cost estimates and pricing breakdowns.
• Analyze material, labour, equipment and supplier costs.
• Support cost analysis, budget reviews and commercial reporting.
• Identify cost risks, discrepancies and opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Excel

Team collaboration

Proactive attitude

Education

Engineering degree

Quantity Surveying

Business

Finance

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Are you ready to kickstart your engineering career and play a key role in shaping the future of the offshore energy industry?

JDR is looking to recruit two ambitious and motivated Graduate Commercial Engineers to join our team and develop their careers within a dynamic engineering and commercial environment.

These roles offer an excellent opportunity for recent graduates to apply their technical knowledge, develop commercial expertise and gain hands-on experience supporting the delivery of engineering projects. Working alongside experienced professionals across engineering, procurement, tendering and project delivery, you will play a key role in supporting the preparation of competitive tenders, accurate cost estimates and commercially sound project proposals.

The two positions will provide opportunities to develop specialist skills in Tendering and Cost Estimating, while building a broader understanding of JDR's commercial operations and business objectives.

You will support the preparation and submission of tenders and quotations, working with internal teams and external suppliers to develop competitive, accurate and compliant commercial proposals.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing customer enquiries, specifications and tender documentation.
• Supporting the preparation of tender submissions and commercial quotations.
• Coordinating technical and commercial information from relevant departments.
• Liaising with suppliers to obtain quotations and supporting information.
• Assisting with tender pricing, bid documentation and submission deadlines.
• Maintaining accurate tender records and supporting post-submission activities.

You will support the preparation of cost estimates and pricing information, helping ensure project costs are accurately assessed and commercially competitive.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and maintaining project cost estimates and pricing breakdowns.
• Reviewing technical specifications, drawings and other relevant documentation.
• Analysing material, labour, equipment and supplier costs, as applicable.
• Obtaining and evaluating supplier quotations.
• Supporting cost analysis, budget reviews and commercial reporting.
• Identifying cost risks, discrepancies and potential opportunities for improvement.

About You

We are looking for graduates who are enthusiastic, analytical and keen to build a long-term career in engineering and commercial project delivery.

You will ideally have:

• A degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Business, Finance or another relevant discipline.
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• The ability to work collaboratively and manage competing priorities.
• A proactive attitude, willingness to learn and desire to develop professionally.
• Previous experience in tendering, cost estimating or commercial activities would be beneficial but is not essential. We welcome applications from recent graduates who can demonstrate the right attitude, aptitude and potential.

As a Graduate Engineer, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Join accredited bodies like IMechE, progressing towards Chartered Engineer status.
• Work on real-world projects that support the offshore renewable energy sector.
• Access mentoring from senior engineers to guide your development and help you reach your full potential.

Flexible Working:

We operate a hybrid working approach, where you’ll work three days a week in the office at our Newcastle Manufacturing facility, with the flexibility to work from home the remaining two days.

Why JDR Cable Systems?

• Exciting growth opportunities: Be part of our expansion journey, as we strive towards meeting the growing demand for offshore renewable energy.
• Creative and impactful role: Your contributions will directly impact our business and the energy industry.
• Career progression: With structured mentorship and access to accredited bodies, we help you advance your career at your own pace.
• Support for a sustainable future: Join a team that’s actively working towards delivering the energy transition needed to meet global sustainability goals.

Other added benefits, some of which are upon completion of a successful probationary period, include:

• Up to £35 per month Gym Allowance
• Healthshield registration and benefits
• Matched Pension contributions of up to 8%