Veeco Instruments reviews

3.8

64% would recommend to a friend

(251 total reviews)
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William J. Miller

69% approve of CEO

61% positive business outlook

Veeco Instruments has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 251 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Veeco Instruments employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

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251 reviews
5.0
Mar 3, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

- Ownership of semi-conductor manufacturing module projects - Competitive pay

Cons

- Large lead-time between design and manufacturing to installation stages

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Veeco Instruments Response
3mo
It's great to see you're having a great Co-Op experience! Keep making a material difference! Best, Brenden
5.0
Jan 8, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Very Helpful team, great worklife balance

Cons

No Cons, great work culture

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Veeco Instruments Response
3mo
Thanks for sharing your experience as a Co-Op at Veeco! As you know, our Co-Ops do meaningful work that benefits Veeco while providing a challenging and impactful learning opportunity. Many Co-Ops go on to accept full-time positions with Veeco following graduation, and continue to make a material difference. Please keep in touch and let us know if you'd ever like to return. Best of luck in your next adventure! Best, Brenden
3.0
Nov 24, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Plenty of hands-on work with advanced semiconductor equipment. Exposure to global engineers and real manufacturing processes. Opportunity to learn troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and system operations. Training is detailed and technical. Great stepping-stone for careers in automation, engineering, or technical training.

Cons

Workload can become heavy during releases or upgrades. Some team communication can be slow, and priorities shift quickly. Not every department has a structured growth path. Pay progression could be more competitive for the Bay Area cost of living.

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Veeco Instruments Response
7mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re pleased to hear that you found value in the hands-on work, exposure to advanced semiconductor equipment, and opportunities for technical learning. It’s great to know these aspects supported your growth and career development. We also appreciate your candid feedback on challenges such as workload, communication, and career progression. Insights like yours help us understand what matters most to our team members and guide ongoing conversations about how we can continue to improve. Thank you again for your contribution and for being part of our journey.
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