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Government Job - Manufacturing Engineer Lawrence Berkeley Lab Employee Review

5.0
18 Sept 2016
Recommend
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Pros

Focus on the product, not profit. The product is research and the expansion of human knowledge, not the stock value. Incredible benefits. (Pension, Education, Health, Dental, Vision, Legal, did I mention Pension?) 40 Hour work week. Great coworkers.

Cons

Bureaucracy. Bureaucracy. And more, bureaucratic red tape. There's a joke that LBL stands for "Little Bit Late" that's particularly true when it comes to reimbursing employees for travel pay.

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5.0
26 June 2026
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Pros

great work place to do research

Cons

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5.0
21 June 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Opportunity to work on impactful scientific and engineering projects that support research and innovation. Exposure to multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, scientists, technicians, and project managers. Strong focus on safety, quality, and technical excellence. Good work-life balance and professional development opportunities. Ability to contribute to long-term projects with significant national and scientific importance.

Cons

Large organizations can have multiple layers of review and approval, which may slow decision-making. Processes and documentation requirements can be extensive, especially for safety and compliance purposes. Project priorities can shift based on funding and organizational needs, requiring flexibility and adaptability.

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