Mechanical Engineering Graduate Review
at Transport for London
Graduate Scheme
Mechanical Engineering
London
Review Submitted: August 2026
Overall Rating
5 /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!
5/5
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Overview of the Role
5/5
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Experience & Company Culture
5/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at Transport for London?
Perfect opportunity top implement what you learnt at university but also learn what being a real engineer involves. You choose your path on this scheme, deciding which placements you want to do and when. Its full your scheme and you are supported with whatever you want to do
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
Multiple rotations from mechanical engineering to project engineering, vehicles or track based. This involved working on more modern railway with Elizabeth line trains, to locomotives from the 90s, working out hauling capacities to new trains that are yet to be put into to service and completing the testing.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
5/5
The leave you to get on with the work and become the expert in that field but are always helpful with any question, especially if its software related
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
5/5
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?
5/5
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
5/5
How is your work-life balance?
5/5
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
5/5
How would you rate Transport for London initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
5/5
How would you rate Transport for London CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
5/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Transport for London to a friend?
Yes
Why?
For an engineer, you can enhance your technical understanding or lean towards more project based activities. The whole scheme is decided by what you want to do and achieve and there are so many areas.
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 Transport for London?
Read about TfL beforehand and what projects are going on/have been completed
