3.0
26 Aug 2015
Former employee, more than 3 years
Durham, NC
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook
Pros
Challenging work that has a positive impact on the world. I cared about my projects and daily responsibilities. You can make your mark and impact the way Cree operates. You learn to move fast and get stuff done--the culture is fast-paced and results-driven. Excellent benefits.
Cons
Harsh managerial atmosphere. In R&D business unit, 50hr/week mandatory minimum plus phone calls and email on the weekend. Scientists (PhD) are treated with more respect and have better career progression than Engineers (Masters or Bachelors). Very slow career progression for Engineers. Few opportunities to gain leadership experience.