Great projects surrounded with red tape - Design Shell Employee Review

3.0
Jun 3, 2020
Recommend
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Pros

A good renumeration package is offered There are teams with very Interesting projects Challenging projects Relaxed environment

Cons

Outdated IT department HR is outsourced to different countries which makes you feel like just a number Politics non aligned business goals in different departments Red tape on almost everything

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5.0
May 8, 2026
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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

There are lots of meetings.

4.0
Jun 3, 2026
Recommend
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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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