Pros
Competitive pay and benefits relative to similar roles Well-known brand name that looks solid on a résumé Some flexibility depending on role and department Opportunity to gain broad exposure if you are comfortable working independently Access to modern equipment and manufacturing resources some times
Cons
Inconsistent and ineffective leadership within engineering management High turnover in engineering with little effort made to address root causes Engineering frequently excluded from decisions that directly impact design and production Critical information is often withheld, creating avoidable delays and rework Toxic management behaviors, including public disparagement of employees Unequal expectations and standards applied selectively Poor communication between departments, especially engineering and purchasing Engineers are restricted from direct supplier communication, slowing progress Decisions are often driven by control and optics rather than sound engineering judgment Morale is low, and collaboration is actively discouraged Lack of accountability when leadership behavior drives employees to leave