Good - Laser Systems Engineer Coherent Corp. Employee Review

4.0
15 June 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Enjoyable work. Cheap and good food in Cafe, free coffee machine. 1 hour break, some of it is paid. leave early on Fridays (if not on shift patterns). 17% extra pay if doing shift patterns (6.00-14.00 then 14:00-22:00 another week). Staff nights out a few times a year with free food and drinks. positive attitudes and great place to work.

Cons

Some disconnect between LSEs and higher ups, though line managers are cool in my experience. Pay is low without the 17% extra. Training isn't the greatest. might not enjoy the shift patterns if you have to do them. Not much opportunity for career growth. Training wasn't very formal. Might assemble the laser rather than align the optics.

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5.0
26 Jan 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Great company and colleages to work with

Cons

Home office is not always possible

2.0
23 June 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Exposure to major markets. Good experience. Many kind people.

Cons

Prepare to work 55 hours per week. Late night calls regular. Company only cares about its revenue this quarter. Management colleagues are mostly white men in their 50’s who play golf. Cliquey. Everyone has been there for 20 years.

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