Semi-conductor firm Infineon to expand further in Cork and Dublin

SEMI-CONDUCTOR firm Infineon Technologies will expand further in Ireland, the managing director of the Irish arm of the multi-national said, as it announced 100 new engineering jobs at its Cork and Dublin sites this week.

The German firm’s plans to expand its research-and-development presence in Ireland would bring its total Irish workforce to more than 300 employees.

Tánaiste Mícheál Martin said the announcement underscored Ireland’s reputation as an innovation and technology hub and would have a positive impact on the communities in Dublin and Cork.

“The creation of over 100 highly skilled engineering positions, across both locations, reflects the confidence Infineon has in our talented workforce and supportive business environment,” he said.

IDA Ireland CEO Michael Lohan said Infineon’s choice of Ireland to further expand its presence showcased “the business-friendly environment, skilled workforce, and strategic location on offer to multinationals” in the country.

“While boosting the technological landscape in Ireland, this investment also fosters continuous growth and innovation in the semiconductor industry in Dublin and Cork,” said Mr Lohan.

Infineon Ireland MD Martin O’Keeffe said Ireland is an “important research hub” for Infineon and that the company was committed to expanding its presence here.

“The vibrant Irish engineering ecosystem enables us to be a centre of excellence for innovation and R&D.”

Infineon senior vice-president and general manager, Thomas Boem, said that the company — one of the world’s leading semi-conductor manufacturers — was committed to “actively driving decarbonisation and digitalisation” and was “shaping the future of mobility with products and solutions to make cars clean, safe and smart”.

“The strategic development of our research-and-development sector in Ireland is central to this mission,” said Mr Boem. “We’re looking forward to strengthening our team with the high-calibre talent that Ireland has to offer.”