Q&A With Proterra Employees
Join us and help make the world a better place. Our team is dedicated to the design and manufacture of zero emission vehicles that enable bus fleet operators to reduce operating costs and deliver clean, quiet transportation to the community. We’re proud to be advancing electric vehicle technology to deliver the world’s best-performing transit vehicles, and we continue to look for innovative ways to push the boundaries of design and technology.
How employees describe working at Proterra
Seeing improvement, seeing positive change.
Up to the best period
Make higher quality products for them
Job is a place to make money
Clean Energy Equals Clean Environment
Q&A With Proterra Employees
IDX: 0 TOT: 9
How much diversity is there among employees at Proterra?
The company is trying to embrace diversity. But, overall it's still mainly white men.
How would you describe your overall experience interviewing at Proterra?
It wasn't great. The staff spent more time talking about themselves and their projects, and very little time learning about what I could bring to the table. I was actually surprised when I was hired.
What's the pay like for Engineering roles at Proterra?
The pay is not optimal, considering other vehicle and EV-related companies are aggressively recruiting now and offering superior compensation packages.
How's the leadership on the Engineering team at Proterra?
On a scale of 1-10, it would be a 4. They seem more concerned with growing their own wealth rather than how to cultivate and grow teams.
What are you most excited about working at Proterra?
We do make a great product.
What's the interview process like at Proterra?
For a small company, it's drawn out.
What interview questions does Proterra ask?
The company is only interested in what you offer in the short-term. Don't even think about approaching topics around career growth. Advancement is non-existent. If you want to grow your career, quit and join another company.
What are your coworkers at Proterra like?
Top Employee Response
Smart. However, decision-making is very bureaucratic. Check your brain at the door.
What benefits does Proterra provide?
Company benefits are sub-par.






