Mechanical Engineering Co-Op - Mechanical Engineering Co-Op Samtec Employee Review

4.0
14 Sept 2015
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Samtec provides a relatively laid-back, comfortable environment to work in. As an engineering co-op, you have an opportunity to gradually gain more and more responsibilities through projects as you go. Your first rotation will be spent getting to know the company structure and day to day operations while also taking on at least one major project with the guidance of your supervisor. During your next rotations you are expected to take some responsibility for your own projects and work with the members of your hub. This allows you to feel like you have accomplished something before your time is up.

Cons

During the first few weeks as a co-op it can seem a little overwhelming. Part of that is due to Samtec's culture but it can also be somewhat intimidating. Never be afraid to ask questions.

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5.0
20 May 2026
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Pros

Great benefits, people, and work

Cons

Uncompetitive salary and growth opportunities

1.0
3 Apr 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Business outlook

Pros

Good insurance. 5% 401k match. 7% of your gross goes in your 401k via profit share. Good amount of PTO. A lot of the people. Climate controlled. Clean environment.

Cons

Hourly pay too low to deal with their BS. Too much OT after promising none. Haven’t seen the plant manager in literally years. Production floor manager is full of it and plays favorites to the extreme. Unless you’re part of the clique, you’ll get nowhere. Instead of raises, we got board games for the break room. The restaurant in the building is gross and a joke. They preach that they’re “like a family”, but only because they want you working there for cheap. Should’ve never taken 12’s away just to mandate 10-20 hours of OT per week. No real recognition or appreciation ever.

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