Graduate Mechanical Engineer Review
at JLR
Graduate Scheme
Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Gaydon
Review Submitted: June 2026
Overall Rating
4.2 /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!
4.3/5
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Overview of the Role
4.2/5
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Experience & Company Culture
4/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at JLR?
Very positive. The scheme is both nurturing enough to feel that you aren't thrown in at the deep end and it gives a lot of responsibility right away. It is also possible to tailor the experience
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
Design and manufacturing experiences
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
4/5
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
4/5
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
5/5
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
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
4/5
How is your work-life balance?
5/5
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
5/5
How would you rate JLR initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
4/5
How would you rate JLR CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
3/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend JLR to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a very fair employer. I feel very happy with my position, growth and life balance
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
4/5
Better than expected
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to JLR?
They want to see you as a person rather than technical details
