Good stepping stone. - Thermofluids Engineer ALTEN Employee Review

2.0
Sep 14, 2023
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Pros

You get excellent exposure to household name engineering companies. There is no shortage of things to work on (both a pro and a con). The people are generally lovely and have a good sense of teamwork. It’s a good place to get engineering experience and skills. My advice for recent graduates is to leverage this: join the company, learn lots, get some engineering experience in. Opportunities for moving up are decent if you’re a high caliber engineer - but that is due to a high turnover rate (see cons).

Cons

The first and largest downside to working at Alten is the salary. It is low for the UK. Salary increases for stellar performances are low. Working for the OEMs you are a consultant for would net you a higher salary. Tenures tend to be short. Most people don’t seem to stay longer than 2 years. As mentioned in the pros, there is no shortage of work, which means you will be busy and there will be very few breaks in terms of workload. It’s a fast-paced environment with little time for respite. Due to not being an OEM, the company culture felt very corporate and clinical. There was no feeling of pride for working for Alten, whereas working for OEMs will involve a better culture.

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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
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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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