Private Equity doesn’t pay - Professional Engineer Kleinfelder Employee Review

1.0
Jun 5, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Not many come to mind… benefits (aside from compensation) were solid. But let’s not kid around - no one goes to work for a company because they kick a little extra into your HSA or give you an extra dental cleaning lol.

Cons

Private equity firm - stay away. Stifled bonuses and raises. Will literally tell you you have a raise or promotion and it’ll take months if it ever materializes. They will say ANYTHING to keep you around.

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5.0
May 28, 2026
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Pros

Gained a lot of experience in the field Thorough onboarding and training Covered a required certification process Will help immensely for my future Overall, friendly and helpful employees

Cons

6:30 a.m. start time was a tough adjustment, but I ultimately got used to it. I did cry at the end of my time there, because I knew I would miss the people.

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2.0
Jun 15, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Good safety culture. The company sends you very nice work equipment. KLF east cultural team is a pleasure to work with.

Cons

Relies on one client so seasonal leave is almost an annual necessity as work dries up often. The NorCal cultural team management is poor at best. Cliquey and passive aggressive behavior.

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