THINK TWICE BEFORE ACCEPTING A JOB WITH THEM - Mechanical Engineer ALTEN Employee Review

1.0
Aug 18, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

I just can't find any pros to work in this company.

Cons

1.- They pay less than what other companies pay 2.-You tie yourself to them for 1 year and if you want to leave the company before then you have to pay 10K dollars. Their reason is because of the time they invested for your visa, which you do everything, the only thing they send you is a bunch of papers where they just change your name and that's it. 3.- I have nothing against Mexicans, but most of their workforce belongs to John Deere Monterrey Mexico. Therefore, there is a lot of preference regarding the assignment of projects, despite the little knowledge that the person has. 4.- Months can go by without you performing a single task. If you are looking to settle down professionally and do nothing and have nothing to learn, go ahead, this is your company. 5.- When you're assigned a job, don't expect too much, you'll have to find out how by yourself what the goal of the project is, they add you to meetings at the last minute, they will share information drop by drop. And most of the time the tasks are very simple to do. 6.- Apparently no one can do home office, everyone has to be in the office, but curiously the project leaders are working at home and rarely go to the office. Obviously when they go, they want to see you there. Consider it twice before making the decision to sign a contract with them. Once you sign it there is no turning back, you will have to wait 1 whole year and during that year you will only see and loose opportunities that may convince you more. If someone is insisting you to accept this job offer, it is because that person will receive a referral bonus, which is approximately 2,500 dlls. He is literally selling you and he doesn't care about work.

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5.0
Jun 11, 2026
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Pros

I have been with the company for several years and have had a very positive experience overall. The company offers strong opportunities for career growth, especially for employees who are proactive, take ownership, and consistently deliver results. Internal mobility and leadership opportunities are available for those looking to advance their careers. Compensation is competitive within the industry, and performance is generally recognized and rewarded. While there is always room for improvement, I feel that the company provides fair compensation and good opportunities to increase earnings through career progression. Management is supportive and accessible. As with any growing organization, I have found leadership to be committed to employee development and business success. There is a strong entrepreneurial culture that encourages initiative and accountability. One of the biggest strengths of the company is the variety of projects and clients. Employees have the opportunity to work across different industries, technologies, and business environments, which helps accelerate professional development and keeps the work interesting. Pros: * Strong career development opportunities * Diverse and challenging projects * Supportive and entrepreneurial culture * Exposure to a wide range of industries and clients Overall, I would recommend this company to professionals looking for growth, responsibility, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Cons

Fast-paced environment that requires adaptability High expectations for performance and ownership

3.0
Jun 17, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

• Talented employees who genuinely care about customers, consultants, and each other. • Strong technical expertise and exposure to large, complex client programs. • Opportunity to learn resilience, problem-solving, and how to operate in challenging environments. • Significant growth potential if organizational barriers can be addressed. • Many good people working hard to achieve success despite limited resources.

Cons

• Decision-making is often highly centralized and slow, limiting agility and responsiveness to market realities. • Leaders are frequently held accountable for ambitious growth objectives without corresponding authority, resources, or support. • Heavy emphasis on activity tracking, reporting, and process can outweigh focus on outcomes and execution. • Limited willingness to challenge long-standing practices, even when market conditions or employee feedback suggest change is needed. • Leadership diversity and diversity of thought remain opportunities for improvement. • Employee concerns are not always translated into meaningful action, which can contribute to disengagement and turnover.

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