Siemens USA to Train 200K Electrician and Manufacturing Experts by 2030

In response to the United States' need for a skilled workforce, Siemens announces an expansion of its workforce development partnerships to help train 200,000 electricians and manufacturing experts by 2030. Working alongside training partners and academic institutions, the goal is to equip workers with the skills needed to pursue careers within Siemens and across industries helping strengthen the talent pipeline powering U.S. industrial growth.

Siemens will work with a nationwide network of community colleges, technical programs, trade organizations, and industry leaders to build training pathways, such as certifications and hands-on technical programs. This nationwide effort is part of Siemens’ strategy to advance U.S. reindustrialization and shape the industrial tech sector. It also contributes to Siemens’ “Skills for Life” strategy, reflecting the company’s dedication to building strong local talent pipelines and supporting economic growth. By providing accessible, high-quality, AI-integrated training aligned with industry needs, Siemens is helping individuals secure careers.

"In an era of unprecedented digital transformation, the future of American industry depends on a skilled and AI-enabled workforce," says Judith Wiese, managing board member and chief people & sustainability officer of Siemens AG. "That’s why Siemens is committed to creating accessible pathways for lifelong learning, helping individuals gain new skills or deepen their current expertise. By investing in talent and fostering continuous development, Siemens is ensuring today’s workforce remains adaptable and prepared for the future, creating enduring value for businesses, communities, and the economy.”

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, an estimated 81,000 openings are expected each year, largely due to retirements and career transitions. Manufacturing faces similar pressures with nearly half a million openings reported annually. A study by The Manufacturing Institute and Deloitte forecasted as many as 3.8 million new manufacturing positions needed by 2033, half of which could go unfilled without expanded workforce development.

“Technology is only as powerful as the people behind it. And for decades, American industry and infrastructure have faced a persistent people challenge—struggling to fill open roles,” says Ann Fairchild, interim president and CEO of Siemens USA. “As the effort to reindustrialize our economy accelerates, and a new industrial tech sector emerges, now is the time to build workforce development ecosystems with the scale and impact needed to prepare a new generation of AI-ready leaders in the skilled trades. Siemens is committed to playing its part to give more businesses a competitive advantage, rev up the engine for national productivity, and strengthen the American dream.”

Siemens’ objective is to develop its own workforce, and help build a national workforce ecosystem that combines philanthropic investment, educational partnerships, and training infrastructure. Nationwide, Siemens’ technical training ecosystems and industry-wide talent pipelines already connect the company with more than 100,000 partners nationwide, from academic institutions to trade and labor groups.

This ecosystem approach is reflected in a series of targeted programs across key sectors, including manufacturing and energy, that will collectively contribute to the 200,000-worker training commitment:

Power Sector

• Siemens Educates America
  - Equips students with hands-on STEM and manufacturing skills through partnerships with schools and communities.
  - Provides curriculum, donates training labs, and offers access to digital training tools like XR, BILT 3D instructions, and Pneuma, Siemens’ immersive platform that simulates real-world jobsite conditions.
  - Network of partnerships spans 32 states and reaches 32,000 apprentices nationwide.
• Siemens Foundation
  - Supports workforce readiness in electrification and infrastructure through standardized curriculum, hands-on experience, and industry credentials.
  - Builds scalable career pathways in the skilled trades through national partnerships, reaching over 7,500 trainees annually.
• Siemens Power Academy
  - Provides flexible, expert-led training for energy professionals in grid automation, protection, and control.
  - Courses are led by industry experts and offer continuing education credits through Wake Tech Community College.
  - Trained 887 professionals to date through more than 300 training courses.

Manufacturing Sector

• Siemens Automation Cooperates with Education
  - Supports educators with teaching materials, trainer packages, and workshops to convey automation knowledge.
  - Partners with over 1,000 public education institutions, reaching over 10,000 students.
• Siemens Mechatronic Systems Certification Program
  - Delivers industry certification in mechatronic systems, integrating electrical, mechanical, and computer engineering.
  - Collaborates with 16 partner schools; nearly 200 students have completed the program.

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.