Good company, bad customers, less than mediocre pay. - Field Service Engineer II Lam Research Employee Review

3.0
Mar 21, 2013
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Pros

Successful company with an excellent management philosophy. Many opportunities throughout the world. An excellent model for growing their customer base.

Cons

Limited personal growth potential outside of Tualatin, OR or San Jose, CA. Starting salaries are less than mediocre especially for experienced employees. Limited chance for employee creativity if in customer support. Management philosophy is not practiced by field managers. Having to work every weekend provides an extremely poor work/life balance.

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