Fun, challenging problems to solve in young EV space - Program Manager Shell Employee Review

4.0
9 Apr 2023
Recommend
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Pros

A self-managing problem solver would have a blast working here. Every day is different and challenging. The people are fun and smart. It used to have a fun startup atmosphere when Scott Mercer was CEO. (We are now moving toward a corporate feel after Shell acquisition… however, I am reserving judgement until fully integrated)

Cons

Volta lacks professional training and growth plans Volta struggles with scaling the teams successfully Product roadmap is constantly changing and doesn’t align with operational needs

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5.0
3 Mar 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Good pay, work life balance, and benefits

Cons

Boom and bust cycles with oil price

4.0
3 Jun 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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