Great place to work with plenty of opportunity to see the world - Engineer Cabot Employee Review

4.0
23 Feb 2014
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Excellent compensation (benefits and salary) Safety Focus (don't ever have to worry about getting hurt at work) Progressive benefits in many ways. For example, one of the first companies to offer health care to same sex partners.

Cons

Most opportunities involve relocation overseas Many of their plant are located in small towns (far from large population centers) due to the use of hazardous chemicals so that employees, social lives can be limited.

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5.0
30 Jan 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Good team, great benefits, great work life balance.

Cons

Chemical industry, so change is slow.

2.0
11 June 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Some good people and good location around Boston area.

Cons

Cabot did not feel like an employee-focused company during my time there. I observed multiple layoffs, including employees who had been hired only a few months earlier. The work environment was often very stressful, with heavy workloads and frequent organizational changes. Communication across different management layers was sometimes inconsistent, leading to mixed messages and unclear priorities. Before accepting a position, I would encourage candidates to carefully evaluate the role, team, and long-term stability of the organization. Significant changes can occur quickly, and it's important to understand the potential impact on work-life balance and career plans.

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