Does Helix Energy Solutions pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Helix Energy Solutions employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Helix Energy Solutions. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Helix Energy Solutions?

86% of Helix Energy Solutions employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Helix Energy Solutions 3.6 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.6 for culture and values and 3.9 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Helix Energy Solutions?

Dynamic Positioning Officer DPO (3) , Electro Technical Officer ETO (3) , Project Engineer (3) , Diver (2) , Engineer (2) , Manager (2) , Project Manager (2) , ROV Senior Pilot Tech/Sub Engineer (2) , ROV Technician (2) , Steward (2)

What are the pros of working at Helix Energy Solutions according to real employee reviews?

"The amount of time off" ((in 4 reviews)); "Acceptable salary and, at least for me, a satisfying match for my background and position." ((in 4 reviews)); "Pay is better than most other offshore shipping companies." ((in 3 reviews)); "Great team and the people I worked with are all very knowledgable and willing to teach." ((in 3 reviews)); "The people offshore and the culture is great." ((in 3 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Helix Energy Solutions according to real employee reviews?

"Living conditions, HR, Management." ((in 7 reviews)); "No extra benefits on top of your salary" ((in 5 reviews))

What are employees saying about Helix Energy Solutions layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Helix Energy Solutions layoffs and their outlook for job security at Helix Energy Solutions in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Helix Energy Solutions locations?

Houston , Holland , Katy , Houma , Larose , Lafayette , Farmerville

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3.8

86% would recommend to a friend

(77 total reviews)

Owen E. Kratz

76% approve of CEO

61% positive business outlook

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4.0

Compensation and benefits

3.9

Diversity & inclusion

3.9

Career opportunities

3.6

Culture & values

3.6

Work/Life balance

3.4

Senior management

Helix Energy Solutions has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 77 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Helix Energy Solutions employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Energy, Mining & Utilities industry (3.7 stars).

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77 reviews

5.0

Apr 23, 2026

Flexible

Anonymous employee

Recommend

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Pros

Such an understanding and flexible work environment, that helps make work more enjoyable.

Cons

Benefits package could be better or would be better with more options..

5.0

Jun 11, 2024

Great Company

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Management that understands family still comes first and being flexible with kids/home schedules. Ability to work from home one day a week. Not micromanaged.

Cons

Industry downturns can affect all employees.

5.0

May 30, 2023

Smaller oil and gas company but enjoying it so far

Administrative assistant

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CEO approval

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Pros

Hybrid work schedule, a lot of internal promotions, a lot of long-term employees still around, nice benefits and incentive programs, get off at 12 on Fridays, HR is really proactive, management is really approachable.

Cons

hybrid schedule is only remote one day out of the week, somewhat short staffed

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