Great for starting in tech and gaining expertise but bad worklife balance - Optical Engineer ASML Employee Review

4.0
May 26, 2023
Recommend
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Pros

cutting edge technology diversity high pay opportunities to work on really interesting work

Cons

really bad work life balance overworking and over allocated to multiple projects at once sometimes feel underappreciated but expected to work late/weekends at times

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Thank you for sharing your experience. We want you to know that your feedback does not go unheard. We're sorry to hear you were struggling with your workload. Our leaders and HR representatives are always available to discuss your workload and support you both personally and professionally.

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Cons

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4.0
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Pros

Professional Development: ASML offers great benefits, including tuition reimbursement and strong career growth paths for those who are proactive. It’s a fantastic place to build a resume and learn high-demand technical skills.  Talented Colleagues: You are surrounded by very smart, dedicated people. The collaborative nature of the engineering and manufacturing teams makes solving complex, "impossible" problems possible.

Cons

Management Consistency: Like many large organizations, your experience can be heavily dependent on your specific team or manager. While many departments are excellent, others can feel the weight of high-pressure deadlines and micromanagement. Bureaucracy: As the company has expanded, it has become more corporate. Be prepared for a high volume of meetings and a need to navigate internal processes to get things done.

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