Hybrid Work Is Okay, But Varies By Team
My time at ABB as an Electrical Engineer in Houston was a mixed bag. The company is huge, so experiences really differ depending on your team and specific role.
Some teams really embrace the hybrid work model. For electrical engineering roles, you can often WFH a couple of days a week. That was a big plus for my work-life balance in the Houston office.
Other departments, especially in manufacturing or field service, are much more onsite. It feels like a very traditional corporate environment at times, which limits true flexibility. Remote work isn't really an option long-term for most positions.
Try to standardize the work flexibility policies across departments. It'd help a lot for employee morale and attracting top talent, especially for technical roles.