All politics no substance - Engineer Shell Employee Review

2.0
May 1, 2022
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Compensation is average. You can definitely get the same in other places. If you are good at playing politics, then it is a great company for you. You do not need to know anything and you'll be a manager before you know it.

Cons

Work is not merit-based, Promotions and Perks are all based on politics. Even if one politically significant person dislikes you, you are limited. And the dislike does not have to be substantiated. Set low expectations for your employment. At least you'll earn average pay while working as a servant. That's typical for most of the people who work here. The work environment is based on the oil price: a high oil price means a normal work environment, low price means you can be fired tomorrow. So be on alert.

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5.0
May 8, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

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

There are lots of meetings.

4.0
Jun 3, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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.

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