ABB reviews

4.0

80% would recommend to a friend

(8,208 total reviews)
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Morten Wierod

87% approve of CEO

72% positive business outlook

ABB has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 8,208 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The ABB employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufactura industry (3.5 stars).

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5.0
May 4, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Competitive Pay and Benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision Company paid Life, AD&D, Short and Long term disability 401k + Company match Paid Holidays and Vacation Paid Parental Leave & Adoption/Infertility support Edjucation reimbursement, discounts and paid PPE Emphasis on employee safety Employee engagement program Good career and advancement opportunities Good team work and collaboration. Job Security & Stability Long‑term, stable work with a global, well‑established company Consistent workload and strong demand for products/services Recession‑resilient industry Pay & Scheduling Overtime opportunities and/or shift differentials Predictable schedules with advance notice Fair pay practices and transparent wage progression Pay for all hours worked Work Environment Clean, well‑organized, and professionally maintained facilities Modern equipment, tools, and technology Company‑provided tools and PPE—no out‑of‑pocket costs Safety & Respect Safety truly comes first—procedures are enforced, not just talked about Employees can stop work if something feels unsafe Management listens to employees and acts on feedback A culture of respect—people are treated like professionals Growth & Skill Building Hands‑on training and upskilling opportunities Apprenticeships available to qualified employees and certification classes offered and paid for. Internal job postings and promotion from within Recognition & Culture Recognition for attendance, safety, and strong performance Employee referral bonuses Team‑focused environment with strong coworker support Pride in working for a respected global brand Work–Life Balance Paid time off Emergency hours for last minute life events Reasonable break schedules Family‑friendly benefits and good short term disability benefits

Cons

Workload & Scheduling Work can be fast‑paced at times, especially during peak production periods Overtime may be required depending on business needs Large‑Company Challenges Approval processes can be slow due to company size Policies and procedures can feel bureaucratic at times Communication can take longer across departments or locations Learning Curve Systems and processes take time to learn New employees may feel overwhelmed initially due to the scale of operations Advancement Realities Advancement may require patience and consistent performance Some roles have limited upward movement without changing departments or shifts Change & Structure Frequent process updates or changes as the business evolves Structure may feel rigid for employees who prefer less oversight

1.0
Apr 6, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

The potential for high return on investment (ROI) is massive. An engineer who understands process optimization can easily find hundreds of thousands (or millions) in savings if management actually allows those improvements to be implemented.

Cons

Management by Cronyism: The facility is run by a "protected circle" of managers who have long-term personal friendships. Accountability does not exist because performance is secondary to loyalty. Lack of Technical Competency: Senior management transplanted from other facilities lacks a fundamental understanding of the large-scale products built here. This knowledge gap leads to terrible operational decisions. Hostile and Unprofessional Culture: The leadership style relies heavily on yelling, crossed boundaries, and trying to "dig up dirt" on team members to deflect from their own technical failures. The "Revolving Door" Effect: Morale is incredibly low. It is common to see qualified staff in departments like Process Engineering quit in under a year because the environment is so toxic. Retaliation Over Resolution: HR is not a safe resource. Reporting legitimate concerns regarding safety, management behavior, or operational failures results in targeted retaliation rather than corrective action.

4.0
Apr 5, 2026

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Recommend
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Pros

Good Experience working on multiple things and tech stacks

Cons

Slow growth with respective to career

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