Staying for the the pay.... for now.... - Business Analyst AES Corporation Employee Review

3.0
Sep 25, 2012
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

The company pays as good or better than many companies in the area and have good bonuses. Depending on the position, there is the opportunity to take new positions in different locations.

Cons

There have been ongoing layoffs and outsourcing for a few years now.They don't make people feel valued for their work. There is now talks about cutting back the bonuses which is a major part of the compensation. The company makes 5 year plans and then changes them completely 2 or 3 years in. Beware of project work because sometimes when the project is done so are you.

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5.0
May 25, 2026
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Pros

Great place to work 401K Culture and values Diversity work environment

Cons

Low internal movement Uneven pay between levels

3.0
May 13, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

The greatest strength of this company is the people, plain and simple. Not every interaction will be perfect, of course, but the colleagues you work closely with at each location are truly exceptional. They’re knowledgeable, supportive, and genuinely committed to achieving their goals, which creates a strong and collaborative work environment. In terms of benefits, the annual bonus is definitely a positive. However, the health insurance is quite expensive, and the rest of the benefits package is fairly standard compared to other organizations, nothing that really stands out or delivers a “wow” factor.

Cons

Senior management often feels disconnected from day‑to‑day realities and sometimes makes decisions without having all the necessary facts, context, or input. The company also struggles with a significant amount of bureaucracy, which slows things down and creates frustration. There are areas within the organization that appear to receive special protection or preferential treatment, which can be discouraging for teams that don’t receive the same level of support. Additionally, there’s a noticeable sense of negativity across the company, largely driven by ongoing concerns about layoffs. At times, it feels like working in an environment overshadowed by uncertainty and fear. I’m giving a 3 only because the people I work directly with are truly exceptional, without them, this would easily be a 1.

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