Good place to work - Anonymous employee Oxford Instruments Employee Review

4.0
Jan 24, 2015
Anonymous employee
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Pros

The company has good processes in place but not so many as to be overly cumbersome. The technology/products are exciting and management allows a fair amount of independence in executing to targets. The company is small enough that one individual can still make a large impact, great if you need your contributions to have real meaning. It is large enough that there is room for career growth and upward mobility for those who desire it.

Cons

As a US-based arm of Oxford Instruments, there are the typical challenges associated with the company headquarters and in some cases your direct supervisor located half a world away. Oxford has invested in modern technology to close the gap, although the communications will never fully reach the same level as when all are working from the same site.

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5.0
May 19, 2024
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Pros

Management values workers hard work and will give promotion to those that deserve to be promoted.

Cons

No cons No comments Some politics Some managers not so good Good workers are let go without real cause.

2.0
Feb 21, 2026
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Pros

Company outlook is good, job security for those who don't break. A handful of great senior guys who will help when they're not overloaded themselves. Starting pay is above average, yearly performance-based raises. For those that can last a few years, the variety of experiences look great on your next resume.

Cons

Advertised as 85% travel but really pressured for 100% with no proactive regard for employee welfare, must demand breaks to get them with significant pushback. As the company boasts banner years, they cut employee per diem and other travel benefits to further maximize profits. Hemorrhaging senior talent. Increased "attaboys" and non-monetary verbal recognition as compensation. Inner circle of employees cultivated by senior management as Yes-men to give vocal support to unpopular decisions. Employee feedback response is "that's coming from corporate, we're just implementing the policy. " Growth is time-gated while hiring engineers with 20+ years experience. Little to no support, procedures or documentation for the product line an FSE is expected to maintain--learn by banging your head against the wall.

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