A surprisingly great place to work for such a large multinational. - Program Manager ABB Employee Review

4.0
16 Oct 2018
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Higher than average pay, especially for Vancouver Generous benefits including pension matching and an RRSP program Well run company overall High ethical standards Involved in current and future technologies that have a real-world impact

Cons

Large companies move slowly Enterprise Software division has some medium-term structural issues that are going to be hard to address In Enterprise Software division specifically, too much focus on billable hours and quarterly numbers as opposed to strategic initiatives Enterprise Software division needs more strategic innovation

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5.0
5 May 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Good small work team and efficient work

Cons

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3.0
26 May 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

- Exposure to large-scale manufacturing systems and cross-functional projects - Can build strong manufacturing and quality engineering experience quickly - Competitive pay and solid benefits for the area

Cons

Work-life balance can be inconsistent depending on department and production demands * Advancement opportunities may feel limited without moving into management or relocating * Communication and management consistency can vary between shifts/departments * Production pressure and changing priorities can create stress in quality-related roles * Some roles may require overtime or schedule flexibility that can be difficult for employees with family responsibilities * Recognition for process improvements and extra responsibilities may not always match workload expectations * Culture can feel more production-focused than employee-focused at times

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