Siemens to Cut 6,000 Jobs, Hit Hardest in EV Charging Division

Siemens has announced plans to cut approximately 6,000 jobs globally, with significant layoffs impacting its electric vehicle (EV) charging division.

Of the total job cuts, 450 positions will be eliminated from the Smart Infrastructure business focused on EV charging, including 250 layoffs in Germany.

The layoffs are expected to be finalized by the end of the fiscal year 2025, responding to ongoing challenges in the market.

Siemens is also laying off 5,600 employees from its factory automation segment within Digital Industries

The move is largely attributed to “strong price pressures and limited growth potential” for low-power Level 2 charging stations. Siemens intends to pivot its focus towards investments in fast-charging infrastructure, particularly direct current (DC) stations, which align more closely with evolving market demands and standards.

This shift follows the company’s recent efforts, including the opening of a factory near Dallas in April 2023 dedicated to manufacturing commercial Level 2 chargers, now deemed less strategically relevant.

In addition to the EV sector cuts, Siemens is also laying off 5,600 employees from its factory automation segment within Digital Industries. This decision reflects a decrease in demand in critical markets, notably in China and Germany. The automation sector has faced similar difficulties as market conditions remain unstable.

Siemens’ restructuring aligns with a broader strategy to enhance efficiency and adapt to regional market conditions, particularly as demands for EV infrastructure continue to evolve. As the company refocuses its priorities, stakeholders will be watching closely to see how this transition impacts Siemens’ role in the rapidly-growing EV charging landscape.

In light of these developments, rumors can suggest that Siemens may explore further optimizations to revamp its operational framework and technologies to stay competitive amid ongoing market fluctuations.