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Old 20-04-2011, 09:14 PM
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So to you $$$ means more than title and career path?

As someone who has worked for 20+ years in engineering, and if I were in your shoes right now, I would choose option 2.

When you are just starting off your engineering career, it is better to go deep into the technical stuff, get a good grounding / foundation before taking on managerial responsibilities. Engineering Managers are easy to find, but good technical managers are rare and hard to replace. And if you find technical work your cup of tea, you can go and become a professional engineer. Professional engineers are a rare breed and they command a premium for their services / advice.

If you are not well grounded in your knowledge, going around with a "senior" sounding title will not give you an advantage in future job interviews as your shallow grasp of technical issues can easily be exposed in interviews. Indeed, it can be a hindrance and an embarrasment. I came across a number of such candidates when interviewing for my company.

If you are young, you have time on your side. Use it to build up your knowledge. Don't be too pre-occupied with chasing that few dollars. They will come when you have what employers want.

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I currently have about 7 yrs of exp in my related field.

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I have chosen offer 2 this morning. But now offer 1 comes back and counter me with $5500 per month. That's a difference of $1000 per month. It's really a tough choice now.

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I have chosen offer 2 this morning. But now offer 1 comes back and counter me with $5500 per month. That's a difference of $1000 per month. It's really a tough choice now.
option 1: 5500 x (12 + 1 + 1) = 77000 annual

option 2: 4500 x (12 + 1 + [3 to 5]) = 72000 to 81000 annual


which one is nearer to your house? option 1 or 2?

which one got more FT? chose the one with lesser FT or more SGian

which one got more annual leaves?
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i recommend that you take option 1. a good base salary is useful when negotiating your next job.. cos normally the salary is negotiated based on last drawn..
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have u signed any letter with any of them?
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how about considering the prospects of the job and the industry...
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I have chosen offer 2 this morning. But now offer 1 comes back and counter me with $5500 per month. That's a difference of $1000 per month. It's really a tough choice now.
Wow! How I envy you. Don't understand why some people are so lucky.
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Old 29-04-2011, 02:04 PM
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i recommend that you take option 1. a good base salary is useful when negotiating your next job.. cos normally the salary is negotiated based on last drawn..
Teach you negotiating tactic. Tell the truth about your salary, fake your bonus. If you got 3500 + 5-7 months, tell them 3500 and then 7 months. Just max it ou
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Wow! How I envy you. Don't understand why some people are so lucky.
A lot of things not just luck you know..
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