Relocating to NC and Exploring Career Opportunities: Top Companies Moving to North Carolina

Are you considering a move to North Carolina and wondering about the job market? North Carolina has been making headlines with several high-profile companies choosing specific counties within the state for their expansion plans. In this blog post, we'll explore the top companies that are moving to North Carolina counties, bringing exciting career opportunities and economic growth to these regions.

1. Wolfspeed

• Location: Chatham County, Durham
• New Jobs: 1,802
• Projected Investment: $5 billion
• N.C. Cash Incentives: $76.1 million over 20 years

North Carolina is leading the way in the shift towards electric vehicles and a reduced reliance on fossil fuels. Wolfspeed's investment in Chatham County creates exciting career prospects for those interested in semiconductor technology and the electric vehicle industry.

2. Siemens Mobility

• Location: Davidson County, Munich
• New Jobs: 500
• Projected Investment: $220 million
• N.C. Cash Incentives: $5.64 million over 12 years

Siemens Mobility's choice of Davidson County as the location for its new passenger railcar plant and service center provides career opportunities in manufacturing and transportation technologies.

3. So-Pak-Co

• Location: Scotland County, Mullins, South Carolina
• New Jobs: 440
• Projected Investment: $85 million
• N.C. Cash Incentives: $4.6 million over 12 years

So-Pak-Co's expansion in Laurinburg, Scotland County, offers career opportunities in food production and manufacturing, providing a significant economic boost to the region.

4. Bank of London

• Location: Mecklenburg County, London
• New Jobs: 350
• Projected Investment: $33 million
• N.C. Cash Incentives: None

Bank of London's decision to base its U.S. global platform and services headquarters in Charlotte highlights the city's growing reputation as a financial technology hub, creating jobs in software development, engineering, and risk management.

5. (TIE) Alpitronic Americas

• Location: Mecklenburg County, Bolzano, Italy
• New Jobs: 300
• Projected Investment: $18.3 million
• N.C. Cash Incentives: $2.3 million over 12 years

5. (TIE) Kempower

• Location: Durham County, Lahti, Finland
• New Jobs: 300
• Projected Investment: $41 million
• N.C. Cash Incentives: $3 million over 12 years

These two companies, Alpitronic Americas and Kempower, are bringing their expertise in electric vehicle charging stations to North Carolina, creating job opportunities in clean energy and sustainable technology.

6. NVR

• Location: Cleveland and Cumberland Counties, Reston, Virginia
• New Jobs: 261
• Projected Investment: $33.9 million
• N.C. Cash Incentives: $1.64 million over 12 years

NVR's expansion in North Carolina creates jobs in construction and related industries, benefiting Cleveland and Cumberland Counties.

7. ABEC

• Location: Wilson County, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
• New Jobs: 251
• Projected Investment: $11 million
• N.C. Cash Incentives: $2 million over 12 years

ABEC's expansion in Wilson County offers career opportunities in biotechnology and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

8. Marshall USA

• Location: Guilford County, Cambridge, United Kingdom
• New Jobs: 240
• Projected Investment: $50 million
• N.C. Cash Incentives: $2.4 million over 12 years

Marshall USA's operation in Greensboro creates jobs related to aerospace and defense contracts, offering exciting opportunities for professionals in these fields.

These top eight companies represent a diverse range of industries, from technology and manufacturing to finance and energy, and they are bringing their expansion plans to specific counties within North Carolina. Whether you're an engineer, a software developer, a healthcare professional, or someone seeking a career change, these counties offer a wide array of job opportunities. Keep an eye on these companies and the opportunities they bring as you consider your next career move to the Tar Heel State.

Source: Business North Carolina, June 30, 2023

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