4.0
Oct 27, 2025
Former employee
Recommend
Business Outlook
Pros
Depending on the team you work with, your workload varies. Mostly good lifestyle while working.
Cons
Can get a redundant work lifestyle if you're seeking learning early in your career.
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5.0
May 8, 2026
Current employee
Houston, TX
Recommend
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Pros
Shell is a wonderful company to work for. They truly support your continued development and many employees have been here for 20+ years. The work culture is one that provides a feeling of true psychological safety.
Cons
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4.0
Jun 3, 2026
Former employee, more than 3 years
New Orleans, LA
Recommend
Business Outlook
Pros
Early career engineers are given significant ownership and exposure to complex operational challenges. Strong focus on safety, technical development, and collaboration across disciplines. Opportunities to work on high-impact projects, interact with senior leadership, and contribute to decisions affecting major assets and infrastructure.
Cons
Workloads can be demanding, and priorities can shift quickly based on operational needs. Decision-making processes can be slow due to organizational complexity, and geographic mobility may be necessary for certain career opportunities.