RateMyPlacement and RateMyApprenticeship are now Higherin: Learn More

PE: Hardware and Mechatronics graduate Review

at JLR

Graduate Scheme

Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Gaydon

Review Submitted: June 2026

Overall Rating

4.8 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

4.8/5 - Overview of the Role
4.8/5 - Experience & Company Culture
5/5 - Recommendations & Advice

Overview of the Role

Overall, how would you describe your experience at JLR?

JLR has been great with many opportunities to learn and the flexibility to try different roles is a huge plus

What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?

JLR allows you to mix up your roll at intervals that work for you and your manager which means you get to try what works for you and what doesnt. That would be what i enjoy most, learning what fits for you

To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?

5/5
everyone is treated equal and your opinion matters no matter how much experience you have. I have had detailed discussion with lead engineers around ideas ive had to solve problems. Not one questioned by experience

How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?

5/5
I think JLR compensate fairly, i particularly like the discounts we get on JLR products, including merch, but also on everyday spends

How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?

5/5
I feel like JLR has put me on the correct path

How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?

4/5
the day to day keeps skills advancing and everyone is happy to help you learn where they can

Experience & Company Culture

How is the support you receive?

5/5
no one will not help you where they can, everyone is supportive even when you feel you are falling behind

How is your work-life balance?

5/5
All i can say is its good

What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?

5/5
you feel valued and welcome from day one, there is no separation between early careers and those who have been there for years

How would you rate JLR initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?

5/5
this is always a prominent message at JLR

How would you rate JLR CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?

4/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend JLR to a friend?

Yes

Why?

I feel I have a good future there

How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?

5/5

When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to JLR?

Be yourself and be outspoken but respectful
In This Review
Join Now

Join the Higherin Community

Save Time

Easily add jobs from Higherin or external platforms to keep everything organised.

Personalised Alerts

Get tailored job recommendations and updates straight to your inbox.

Exclusive Features

Access tools like application tracking, deadline reminders, and saved searches.

Stay Ahead

Be the first to know about the latest opportunities and deadlines.

Completely Free

Create an account and unlock powerful features at no cost.