The best insights into a company invariably come from those who know it well and have personal experience of it. We have around 20,000 employees worldwide, and we have asked some of them to describe what it's like to work at Festo. You can read more about the careers and activities of people who could soon be your colleagues on the following pages.
Ieva Naikienė
Business Assistant
Personal & Project Assistance Service
Supporting Festo’s global strategy from Lithuania is both challenging and fulfilling. Every step forward feels like a win, and I’m grateful for the opportunities to grow alongside my team. Business trips, training sessions, and support from management are fundamental for this sense of belonging. Every day, there is something to learn. We operate in a global environment, surrounded by colleagues with different points of view. It is always fulfilling and surprising.
What makes it easier to reveal employees’ strengths and potential is how collaboration is deeply integrated into our workspaces. We have zones for idea generation during meetings and workshops, boots for informal coffee chats, and leisure spaces to boost energy by doing sports! These areas create an amazing atmosphere for building connections. Such possibilities and tools for exchanging ideas and growing as professionals are what excite me every day.
Eugenio Busciala
Senior Technical Support Specialist, Chairman of Employee Works Council
Engineering Services
Over 6 years have passed since I joined Festo Lithuania, and every day here continues to be an exciting experience. The work environment is not only inspiring, but my colleagues are friendly, creating a perfect atmosphere of collaboration and support. Plus, the variety of fun events and activities keeps things engaging, offering a great balance of work and play.
As a Senior Technical Support Specialist, working at Festo allows me to push myself and explore new areas of expertise. I love learning new things, which makes my role dynamic and opens up many opportunities to connect with colleagues from all over the world. These experiences have boosted my confidence and contributed significantly to my personal and professional growth.
Egidijus Kumža
Head of System Administration
IT Services
One of the most memorable days for me was my very first day at Festo, back in 2008. I was excited to finally put my IT master’s degree into practice. Even though I was just starting with limited hands-on experience, I was trusted immediately and got involved in major global projects. That trust made me feel valued and motivated me to keep learning, take on more responsibilities, and stay open to change.
Now, I lead a team of 48 System Administrators, and what I love most is the company culture we’ve built together. At Festo, every employee is valued and treated as an individual. We believe that mistakes are part of the learning process, and failures aren’t the opposite of success—they're a part of it. I’m incredibly proud of my team, the challenges we’ve overcome, and the results we’ve achieved and are going to achieve together.
Dr. Elingas Čekas
Head of Digital Engineering
Engineering Services
It's hard to believe it's been almost 11 years since I joined Festo. I clearly remember coming across a job ad for an Export Engineer and applying right away. That was the start of my journey with this family-owned company. And "family" is the perfect word to describe it. After all these years, I still feel welcomed, valued, and supported in reaching my goals. Festo also gave me a chance to grow and push myself to new heights.
Moving from being an expert to leading my own team was definitely a challenge, especially for someone like me who was still unsure of the path ahead. Taking on a bigger role in the Engineering Services Department has changed my life, mindset, and the way I see my work environment for the better.