Irish electrical engineering firm BMC Manufacturing has today announced it will create an additional 500 jobs as part of a major expansion plan.
This significant job expansion plan, which is being supported by Enterprise Ireland, is in response to increasing demand for BMC Manufacturing’s innovative solutions, which are used globally in critical digital infrastructure.
Across functions and including engineering, tech and ops
The jobs, which will be filled by the end of 2028, are across a variety of functions within the business, including engineering, technology and operations. These new roles will be primarily at BMC Manufacturing’s sites in Dublin, but will also include new positions at their Co Meath location.
BMC Manufacturing, founded in Co Meath in 1991, is a leading Irish electrical engineering company, delivering innovations in the area of low voltage switchgear and critical power solutions.
This major jobs expansion plan, which was announced at an event today where Enterprise Ireland also published its clients’ annual export results, is being driven by an increase in demand for the company’s expertise in design and manufacturing from industry partners and global data centre operators, including Amazon Web Services (AWS).
Peter Burke, enterprise minister, said: “The government, working with our colleagues from Enterprise Ireland and from across the enterprise ecosystem, is committed to supporting Irish companies to scale and become global leaders in their field, and BMC Manufacturing is a clear reflection of that.
"From starting out as a small company in Co Meath, to now having their technology used across the world, BMC Manufacturing is a true Irish success story. I’d like to congratulate Brendan, Colm and all their team on this significant milestone, and wish them the best with this new chapter in their journey.”
Brendan Meehan, founder and chairman, BMC Manufacturing, said: “We are delighted today to announce details of the significant expansion of our operations here in Ireland, with the creation of an additional 500 new jobs by the end of 2028.
Critical global infrastructure
"We are a proudly Irish company, and we are committed to working with our partners and valued clients to continue to deliver innovative and much needed solutions for critical global infrastructure, which are shaping the future by powering evolving technology and digital solutions. This expanded workforce will strengthen our operations and drive further growth, and we are delighted to have received significant support to enable this from Enterprise Ireland.”
Jenny Melia, CEO, Enterprise Ireland, said: “It is Enterprise Ireland’s long-term ambition that Irish-owned companies will become the primary driver of the Irish economy, and it is ambitious leaders like Brendan and Colm who will help us to realise this goal.
"Supporting indigenous Irish exporters to start, grow and compete is our focus, and working with them to scale in overseas markets and become a global leader is a priority for me. BMC Manufacturing is the epitome of that, an Irish company with global ambition who have established trusted partnerships with leading global firms. I want to congratulate all the team for their success, and Enterprise Ireland is proud to be on this journey with them.”
Niamh Gallagher, country lead for AWS in Ireland, said: "Since opening our first infrastructure region in Ireland almost two decades ago, AWS has helped support a thriving local supplier network, creating real opportunities for Irish businesses to grow their expertise in international markets. BMC Manufacturing is a great example of that. The creation of 500 jobs speaks to the depth of talent within Ireland's manufacturing sector, and we're proud to play a part in driving this growth."