Does Benchmark Electronics pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Benchmark Electronics employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Benchmark Electronics. This rating has decreased by 10% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Benchmark Electronics?

38% of Benchmark Electronics employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Benchmark Electronics 3.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.8 for culture and values and 2.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Benchmark Electronics?

Engineer (15) , Buyer (9) , Manufacturing Engineer (9) , Program Manager (9) , Test Technician (9) , Mechanical Engineer (7) , Intern (6) , Planner (6) , Production Assembler (6) , Supply Chain Analyst (6) , Test Engineer (6) , Production (5) , Quality Engineer (5) , Anonymous (4) , Machine Operator (4)

What are the pros of working at Benchmark Electronics according to real employee reviews?

"The people below leadership are great to work with!" ((in 40 reviews)); "Good benefits, pays decent but could be better, cheap when it comes to raises" ((in 24 reviews)); "The coworkers there are a great source of knowledge and very friendly overall." ((in 16 reviews)); "Good work environment" ((in 15 reviews)); "friendly colleague." ((in 12 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Benchmark Electronics according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management and run by bunch of financial folks who have no idea of engineering solution or customer satisfaction" ((in 36 reviews)); "Low pay constant overtime" ((in 24 reviews)); "Absentee Management in some areas as some managers are taking nearly 30 days off per year even though company policy is 10" ((in 15 reviews)); "Poor leadership" ((in 12 reviews)); "No trainings were scheduled during the time I worked at Benchmark." ((in 11 reviews))

What are employees saying about Benchmark Electronics layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Benchmark Electronics layoffs and their outlook for job security at Benchmark Electronics in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Benchmark Electronics locations?

Winona , Rochester , Angleton , Concord , Tempe , Phoenix , Huntsville , Nashua , Moorpark , Fremont , Santa Ana , Austin , Minneapolis , Scottsdale , Dallas , Houston , San Jose , Dunseith , Newark , Glendale , Mesa , Rochester , Round Rock , Brazoria , Lake Jackson , Texas City , Lewiston , Minnesota City , Anaheim , Calabasas

Benchmark Electronics reviews

3.0

38% would recommend to a friend

(473 total reviews)

Jeff Benck

55% approve of CEO

37% positive business outlook

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (473 reviews)

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Benchmark Electronics has an employee rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars, based on 473 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Benchmark Electronics employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

Reviews by job title

473 reviews

4.0

May 14, 2024

n/a

Manufacturing engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Excellent work environment for those with technical background.

Cons

Communication lacks between departmental teams.

Benchmark Electronics Response

2y

We are grateful for your feedback! We are glad that you enjoy the work environment as someone with a technical background. At Benchmark, we aim to create a supportive and engaging workplace for all our employees. We understand the importance of effective communication between departmental teams and acknowledge that there is always room for improvement. Your input is invaluable in helping us identify areas where we can enhance our processes. Part of our 2024 Enterprise Action Plan features initiatives to foster better communication and collaboration throughout the company. Please feel free to share any specific suggestions you might have with your supervisor or HR site leader. Your insights can help us continue to grow and improve. Thank you for being a part of our team and for helping us innovate for a healthier, safer, and better-connected world to create a brighter future.

4.0

Apr 24, 2024

Coach SI position

Coach

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Leader position, little more pay, bit more experience and guiding others on how to build.

Cons

Take on more responsibility, If trainee isnt doing good could be blamed on you for their lack of knowledge. Gotta baby walk people through the process.

Benchmark Electronics Response

2y

Thanks for taking the time to share your experience at Benchmark. We appreciate your dedication to your role and the valuable guidance you provide to others in the team. Leadership roles come with significant responsibilities, and we understand the challenges involved in ensuring that trainees are well-prepared and knowledgeable. Your feedback about the compensation and the need for more support in training processes is noted. We continuously strive to improve our training programs and support systems to ensure that both our trainers and trainees feel confident and capable in their roles. We value your contribution to our team and will consider your suggestions as we work towards enhancing our training and support structures.

4.0

Apr 2, 2024

Best job I've had so far

Production engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Decent pay for Engineers, Lots of interesting people and work to do. Unlimited PTO. Temperature and Humidity controlled work space.

Cons

Not much opportunity for advancement

Benchmark Electronics Response

2y

We're thrilled that your experience at Benchmark has been positive! It's always our goal to create an environment that our employees find rewarding, with competitive compensation, a dynamic team, and engaging work. We're also pleased to know our efforts to provide a comfortable work environment with unlimited PTO have been well-received. We understand career advancement is crucial for our team's professional growth. We are continuously working on developing clear pathways for career progression. We would love to hear more about your ideas on how we can improve in this area. Your feedback is invaluable, and we encourage you to reach out to your manager or HR to discuss your career development plan. Thank you for your dedication to making Benchmark a great place to work, and we look forward to supporting your career growth with us.

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