Does Powell Industries pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Powell Industries employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Powell Industries. This rating has improved by 11% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Powell Industries?

94% of Powell Industries employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Powell Industries 4.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.5 for culture and values and 4.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Powell Industries?

Project Manager (34) , Engineer (14) , Welder (8) , Intern (7) , Electrical Assembler (6) , Material Handler (6) , Mechanical Engineer (6) , Applications Engineer (5) , Field Service Technician (5) , Production Worker (5) , Business Analyst (4) , Senior Electrical Engineer (4) , Anonymous (3) , Assembler (3) , Automation Engineer (3)

What are the pros of working at Powell Industries according to real employee reviews?

"The people are great and willing to help" ((in 44 reviews)); "Good benefits n 401k only stayed for the other employees which made other stay" ((in 32 reviews)); "HR is doing a great job building a good culture and keeping morale up." ((in 19 reviews)); "Powell has great work environment and it allows their employees to be challenged and grow." ((in 15 reviews)); "Work life balance is good." ((in 13 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Powell Industries according to real employee reviews?

"low paying and little to no job advancement" ((in 32 reviews)); "unskilled, poor management" ((in 21 reviews)); "low salary raise" ((in 9 reviews)); "Groups are way too top heavy to make money even when oil and gas is doing well. 2 directors, 2 managers, 1 supervisor, 3 people in sales, and 4 project managers and coordinators support the work that is being done by 9 engineers and 3 designers." ((in 7 reviews)); "4. They will try and make you do multiple jobs with no training." ((in 6 reviews))

What are employees saying about Powell Industries layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Powell Industries locations?

Houston , North Canton , Northlake , South Houston , Canton , Nashville , Chicago , Powell , League City , Richmond , Johnson City , Green Camp , Goleta , Denver , Westlake , Hermitage , Atlanta , Brooklyn Heights

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Powell Industries reviews

4.4

94% would recommend to a friend

(421 total reviews)

Brett Cope

95% approve of CEO

88% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.6

Diversity & inclusion

4.5

Culture & values

4.5

Career opportunities

4.4

Work/Life balance

4.4

Senior management

4.2

Compensation and benefits

Powell Industries has an employee rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, based on 421 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Powell Industries employee rating is 27% above average for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

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421 reviews

5.0

Jul 25, 2026

Great experience with no downsides

Mechanical engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Had a great time working here

Cons

Nothing to say that much really

5.0

Jul 20, 2026

Great culture

Accounts manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great culture and work environment.

Cons

Benefits slightly behind market average.

5.0

Jul 15, 2026

Fantastic work environment with supportive colleagues

Field service coordinator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Excellent work environment, great service, and professional treatment, The people were the best part—super collaborative and always ready to help. The company offered solid benefits, like great health insurance and a 401(k) match. Fun office events kept morale high.

Cons

I honestly can’t think of any cons; it’s a warm and welcoming place.

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