<prompt> Human: Hi - I have a verbal request from somebody who works for a public agency of which my current company is contractor. I work as a consultant on many jobs for them. He pulled me aside and asked to apply for a specific job that he posted. Basically, if I apply for the job, an offer is almost guaranteed. Although a salary range is specified, I will prossibly get 10 additional then I am currently making. The benefits will be better - it includes pension and cheaper medical insurance for me and my wife. As it is a state funded company I am thinking my growth will be limited once I am in the new company. My current company treats me well, although I feel I am a little underpaid by my company standard. I am an engineer with a masters making 75k after 4 years with the company. What do you think I should? How should I negotiate a better salary? Is a good idea to move to a customer of my present company?  <response>: Interview, get an actual offer, consider your options, and leverage the offer if you decide youd be willing to switch. Having the offer from the new company might help you get a raise from your current one if you decide to stay. 