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Michigan’s semiconductor workforce ranks among the top ten in the nation, with job growth projected to grow by at least 11% in the next five years.
Michigan ranks 5th in the nation for employment in industries related to electric vehicle battery manufacturing, with 2,000 workers employed at various Michigan battery manufacturing and OEM locations.
Michigan is among the top states in the nation for semiconductor manufacturing, with industry jobs growing 12% between 2015-2020.
The semiconductor industry contributes $4.6 billion in total gross regional product for the state of Michigan.
Michigan businesses spent $22.4 billion on R&D in 2018, ranking 4th in the nation.
Michigan has the fourth highest business R&D spending-to-GDP ratio in the country, with a ratio that is twice as high as the national average.
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Michigan's Semiconductor Ecosystem
Home to the largest producer of polysilicon in the U.S., a top 10 semiconductor workforce, the nation’s top global institute for semiconductor training, and a strong customer base to support future growth, Michigan is a global innovation hub for the semiconductor industry.
Semiconductor News & Success Stories
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Gov. Whitmer Announces $10 Million Investment to Help Michigan Lead Future of Semiconductor Manufacturing and Talent
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State of Michigan announces $838,000 grant to help Michigan Technological University become national leader in semiconductor education, training programs
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New Semiconductor Win Kick-Starts Investment Mission to Bring Jobs Home to Michigan
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MEDC, Wayne State University, U-M, Oakland University and Washtenaw Community College announce major new expansion of semiconductor education and training programs in Metro Detroit
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Calumet Electronics solidifies Michigan’s semiconductor future with first package substrate manufacturing facility in the United States
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Delta College, MEDC’s Talent Action Team announce major $500,000-plus expansion in move to become national leaders in semiconductor education and training programs
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High-Tech Semiconductor Materials Supplier Mersen USA creating 115 New Jobs in Bay City, Greenville
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Michigan Announces State’s Largest-Ever Push to Achieve Global Semiconductor Superiority
POTUS Joins Gov. Whitmer Virtually for Signing of CHIPS Act Executive Directive
President Biden joined Governor Whitmer, elected officials and representatives from Hemlock remotely for the signing of an executive directive guiding the implementation of the CHIPS Act, which will boost domestic chip production and bolster Michigan’s leadership in the semiconductor industry.
When we announced KLA's plans for bringing our second north American headquarters to Michigan, we knew it was going to be an exceptional place to expand our R&D programs and develop a new AI center of excellence. Demands for innovations in semiconductors continue to increase as we see technologies like 5G and AI proliferate. We are pleased with our progress with more than 200 new hires at the Michigan site, even with the challenges of COVID in 2020. We are excited about our long-term growth plans.
Bobby Bell
Chief Strategy Officer, KLA
Discover more about Michigan's Talented Workforce
With the greatest concentration of engineers in the nation and a skilled trades workforce of more than 250,000 strong, Michigan’s workforce is a top reason businesses locate and expand in the state.
The growth of electric vehicles is opening an exciting new chapter for the auto industry as it provides consumers with more environmentally friendly transportation options. SK Siltron CSS is proud to partner with the state of Michigan to build the supply chain and create the skilled jobs required to support the next generation of EVs, ensuring Michigan remains the automotive center of the world.
Jianwei Dong
CEO, SK Siltron CSS
Michigan's Leading EV Ecosystem
Michigan is proud to be the home for mobility, electrification and the future automotive frontier. The state’s wealth of resources, partnerships and infrastructure continues to attract a host of battery and electrification investments from around the globe.
We’re spending a lot of time at home connected to each other through our computers, smart phones and tablets. By providing the fundamental raw material for semiconductors, HSC is helping everyone stay in touch —exemplifying purpose to connect and energize the world from right here in Michigan.
Brooke Beebe
Senior Vice President, Advocacy and Engagement, Hemlock Semiconductor
As a leader in the semiconductor industry, Michigan’s support is highlighted in several episodes of the The Michigan Opportunity Podcast. Now it its third season, host Ed Clemente has been joined by several guests specializing in the semiconductor industry. Click on the episode links to the right and listen to insightful conversations and hear about new, emerging global trends.
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As global demands continue to grow and evolve across every phase of the semiconductor process, Michigan is shepherding in the new guard for the industry. Michigan is home to the automotive, mobility and electrification industries, cutting-edge technologies and a holistic advanced manufacturing ecosystem together driving future innovations and discoveries. This includes the world’s smallest computer, the Michigan Micro Mote, developed at the Michigan Integrated Circuits Laboratory.
Add to that an extensive university ecosystem investing in future industry solutions, including the University Research Corridor connecting academic researchers in Ann Arbor, East Lansing and Detroit – Michigan is a national leader in its R&D focus, with an enthusiastic curiosity and willingness to push boundaries that ensure the discoveries of the future are taking place in Michigan.
This all results in employers finding one of the most talented, diverse and abundant workforces in Michigan. From manufacturers being prepared to adopt Industry 4.0 technologies through the state’s innovative programming, to educational opportunities through the Michigan Reconnect Program, Michigan is working around-the-clock to ensure new talent is always being developed, while upskilling and retraining its existing workforce to meet the future demands of industry.
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Living in Michigan
Michigan’s attractive business climate and robust semiconductor industry is surpassed only by the state’s natural beauty and active lifestyle. With four beautiful seasons, 11,000 lakes, and the country’s longest freshwater coastline, Michigan offers ample opportunities to enjoy all types of recreational activities. When it comes to living and doing business, nothing compares to Pure Michigan.
Michigan is an Industry Leader
Mobility and Automotive Manufacturing
Michigan is the past, present and future of the global automotive industry.
Engineering Design and Development
As the world leader in automotive and mobility R&D, Michigan is driving the next generation of industry innovation.
Professional and Corporate Services
Companies continue to choose Michigan to locate their headquarters and businesses, tapping into the concentration of talent available for professional and corporate services industries.
Advanced Manufacturing
Michigan is building on its rich manufacturing heritage and technological know-how to develop the innovative, high-tech products of the future.
Life Sciences & Medical Devices
Michigan’s manufacturing prowess and core of world-class medical device companies make the state a top tier location for medical device development and manufacturing.
Tech
Michigan is leading the way in developing innovative solutions for protecting the security of systems and people across the state, country and world.
Semiconductor
Home to the largest producer of polysilicon in the U.S., Michigan’s ability to support the semiconductor industry extends from being the global epicenter of the automotive industry.
Clean Energy
From the manufacturing of electric vehicle charging stations to solar panels and wind turbines, Michigan is a national leader in clean energy investments.