Does IPG Photonics pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, IPG Photonics employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.3 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at IPG Photonics. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at IPG Photonics?

63% of IPG Photonics employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated IPG Photonics 3.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.9 for culture and values and 2.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at IPG Photonics?

Technician (18) , Engineer (10) , Mechanical Engineer (7) , Production Assembler (7) , Engineering Intern (5) , Operator (5) , Software Engineer (5) , Intern (4) , LASER TECHNICIAN (4) , Process Engineer (4) , Technical Support Specialist (4) , Assembler (3) , Electrical Engineer (3) , Intern - Hourly (3) , Internship (3)

What are the pros of working at IPG Photonics according to real employee reviews?

"Benefits were good and diverse employees" ((in 30 reviews)); "Coworkers are friendly and helpful!" ((in 12 reviews)); "Worked with a lot of really great people" ((in 11 reviews)); "Managers do work with you" ((in 7 reviews)); "Work hard and you will be given the opportunity to move up" ((in 7 reviews))

What are the cons of working at IPG Photonics according to real employee reviews?

"I also think that an entire product line was scapegoated for issues that were 100% relevant to poor management." ((in 16 reviews)); "My main goal was to improve production by reducing confusion on the engineering and manufacturing floors through better communication." ((in 7 reviews)); "Upper management lacks foresight and plans poorly leaving the workers to make up their slack." ((in 5 reviews)); "Bad leadership" ((in 4 reviews)); "Working late hours is normal" ((in 4 reviews))

What are employees saying about IPG Photonics layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about IPG Photonics layoffs and their outlook for job security at IPG Photonics in 2026.

What are the top reviewed IPG Photonics locations?

Oxford , Marlborough , Worcester , Boston , Minneapolis , Dallas , Nashua , Davenport , Webster , Birmingham , Novi , Oxford , Wayne , Oxford , Manchester , Hamden , Thompson , Boylston , North Oxford , Fridley

IPG Photonics reviews

3.5

63% would recommend to a friend

(261 total reviews)

Eugene Scherbakov

54% approve of CEO

41% positive business outlook

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IPG Photonics has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 261 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The IPG Photonics employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

Reviews by job title

261 reviews

5.0

Jun 15, 2015

Having direct access to smart minds is a definite plus.

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

It's rare to find a company that is doing so well and it's a direct result of our industry-leading technology and talented employees. We work hard and the payoff is worth it. This type of environment will never happen again for me in my lifetime, so I'm going to enjoy it.

Cons

We would love an onsite cafeteria.

5.0

Mar 25, 2015

IPG has a very successful history because of its technology, employees, and drive to produce valuable products.

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

My colleagues are terrific. It's a great place to work if you really do want to work and see the results of your efforts. It can certainly be demanding but the rewards are worth it! Their technology drives the business so things stay interesting and challenging. The scientists and engineers are accessible, approachable, and willing to share information. Benefits are very good;3-4 weeks of vacation, holidays, sick time, health insurance cost is low, tuition, stock purchase discount. Great colleagues! Lots of growth and career opportunity.

Cons

This company is better than any other company I've worked for so it's hard to think of something to say here. In any company this size there will be a few people who are difficult to work with but that would be the same anywhere.

4.0

Sep 4, 2014

Very good company to work for

Anonymous employee

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Pros

cutting edge technology in lasers

Cons

Location in oxford not close to boston

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Having direct access to smart minds is a definite plus.

IPG has a very successful history because of its technology, employees, and drive to produce valuable products.

Very good company to work for

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