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Not bad yet not good - Senior Systeem Engineer Lawrence Berkeley Lab Employee Review

3.0
Dec 16, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

* Pension program available for those work at LBL for 5 or more years. * Nice view of the bay from the Lab. * Satisfaction attained from working on research projects.

Cons

* Pay is significantly less than working in private industry. * Management consists of scientists who are skilled on the nuances of the sciences related to their PHD degrees rather than on the skills needed to manage groups of people (Peter Principle). * Bureaucratic, slow moving, with a lot of red tape.

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5.0
Jun 22, 2026
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Pros

Very scientific environment and collaborative

Cons

sometimes things move slow than expected

5.0
Jun 21, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Opportunity to work on impactful scientific and engineering projects that support research and innovation. Exposure to multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, scientists, technicians, and project managers. Strong focus on safety, quality, and technical excellence. Good work-life balance and professional development opportunities. Ability to contribute to long-term projects with significant national and scientific importance.

Cons

Large organizations can have multiple layers of review and approval, which may slow decision-making. Processes and documentation requirements can be extensive, especially for safety and compliance purposes. Project priorities can shift based on funding and organizational needs, requiring flexibility and adaptability.

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