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 2.9 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 39 reviews)); "Good benefits, pays decent but could be better, cheap when it comes to raises" ((in 26 reviews)); "The coworkers there are a great source of knowledge and very friendly overall." ((in 20 reviews)); "Good work environment" ((in 14 reviews)); "friendly colleague." ((in 13 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 22 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 13 reviews)); "challenge gave 2 week training to get in their system" ((in 10 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

(78 total reviews)

Jeff Benck

55% approve of CEO

37% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.2

Diversity & inclusion

2.9

Work/Life balance

2.8

Culture & values

2.8

Compensation and benefits

2.7

Senior management

2.5

Career opportunities

Ratings by demographic groups

Race / Ethnicity

Gender

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Reviews by job title

78 reviews

Reviews about "Culture"

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4.0

Mar 1, 2024

Above average overall

Programmer analyst ii

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- Management give freedom for the staffs to manage software development projects. - Advance pay mid of the month and balance before month end. - A lot of improvement projects in IT infrastructure.

Cons

- Canteen food need to be improved. - Limited parking available but parking is claimable

Benchmark Electronics Response

2y

We are glad to hear that you found your role as a Programmer Analyst II at Benchmark Electronics in Malaysia to be above average overall during your tenure. We pride ourselves on fostering an environment where our staff can take the lead on software development projects, and it’s great to know that the management’s approach to project freedom, as well as our payment structure and IT infrastructure improvements, were highlights of your experience. We appreciate your constructive comments regarding the canteen offerings and parking availability. We understand that these aspects of the workplace significantly impact our team’s daily experience, and we will explore how we can enhance these services. As for your suggestion to provide external training opportunities to upskill our employees, we agree that ongoing education is essential for personal and professional growth. We will certainly take this into account for our future training programs to help our staff stay ahead in a fast-evolving industry. Thank you once again for your valuable input. We wish you all the best in your future endeavors and hope that you carry forward the positive aspects of your experience at Benchmark.

4.0

Feb 27, 2024

Enjoy working here

Mechanical engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Kept busy Good local management Location culture is great

Cons

Working with others across state lines can be challenging at times

Benchmark Electronics Response

2y

We're thrilled to hear that you enjoy working with us as a Mechanical Engineer and that you've found satisfaction in your role at Benchmark. It's wonderful to learn that you appreciate the bustling work environment, supportive local management, our location, and the positive culture we have cultivated. Collaboration across state lines can indeed present unique challenges, and we acknowledge the difficulties that can sometimes arise from remote teamwork. We are continually seeking ways to improve our communication channels and project management systems to ensure that our teams can collaborate effectively, no matter where they are based. Your well-being and professional development remain priorities to us, and we encourage you to reach out to your manager or HR site contact if you need support in managing work-related stress or if you're looking for new challenges to ensure you remain engaged and not bored. Thank you for your commitment to Benchmark and for being a valued member of our team. Here's to more years of working together and achieving great things!

2.0

Feb 14, 2024

Full Time Employee

Rework operator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Pay is decent. Work is clean and easy enough depending on what you do.

Cons

Management needs to step it up. We deserve more respect and more appreciation

Benchmark Electronics Response

2y

First and foremost, thank you for your dedication to Benchmark over the past 9 years. Your long-term commitment is greatly valued, and we are glad that you find the pay satisfactory and the work environment clean and manageable. We hear your call for increased recognition and respect from management. We agree that acknowledgment can significantly impact our employees' morale and sense of value. We take your feedback to heart and are actively working to enhance our management's interaction with all team members. As part of our Engagement Action Plan in Minnesota, we are working on more personal engagement, ensuring our hard-working employees feel seen and appreciated. A simple 'thank you' can indeed go a long way, and we will strive to make recognition a more integral part of our daily operations. Your insight is much appreciated, and we thank you for bringing this to our attention. We are committed to making Benchmark a great place to work and where every employee feels respected and valued.

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