--- title: "WEG Plans Around 3,000 Jobs at New Dharmapuri Manufacturing Plant" canonical: "https://www.metaintro.com/blog/weg-hiring-3000-jobs-2026" language: "en" author: "metaintro" published: "2026-11-13T06:30:12.000Z" modified: "2026-11-13T06:30:12.000Z" --- [Back to Blog](/blog) [News](/blog/tag/news)[Hiring](/blog/tag/hiring)[India](/blog/tag/india)[Manufacturing Industry](/blog/tag/manufacturing-industry) # WEG Plans Around 3,000 Jobs at New Dharmapuri Manufacturing Plant WEG plans to create around 3,000 jobs with a new manufacturing plant in Dharmapuri, expanding its electrical equipment operations. [![Metaintro Team](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:40:40/q:72/plain/images/9127a74a-194f-44f4-8743-8bdcda5e717c.jpg)Metaintro Team @metaintro](/blog/author/metaintro) [November 13, 2026](/blog/archive/2026/11)3 min read ![A bright office floor with packed cardboard boxes on desks and a city skyline beyond](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:1200:675/q:78/plain/images/final-10315.jpg) [https://x.com/intent/tweet?text=WEG%20Plans%20Around%203%2C000%20Jobs%20at%20New%20Dharmapuri%20Manufacturing%20Plant&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.metaintro.com%2Fblog%2Fweg-hiring-3000-jobs-2026](https://x.com/intent/tweet?text=WEG%20Plans%20Around%203%2C000%20Jobs%20at%20New%20Dharmapuri%20Manufacturing%20Plant&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.metaintro.com%2Fblog%2Fweg-hiring-3000-jobs-2026)[http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.metaintro.com%2Fblog%2Fweg-hiring-3000-jobs-2026](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.metaintro.com%2Fblog%2Fweg-hiring-3000-jobs-2026)[https://www.linkedin.com/sharing/share-offsite/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.metaintro.com%2Fblog%2Fweg-hiring-3000-jobs-2026&title=WEG%20Plans%20Around%203%2C000%20Jobs%20at%20New%20Dharmapuri%20Manufacturing%20Plant](https://www.linkedin.com/sharing/share-offsite/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.metaintro.com%2Fblog%2Fweg-hiring-3000-jobs-2026&title=WEG%20Plans%20Around%203%2C000%20Jobs%20at%20New%20Dharmapuri%20Manufacturing%20Plant)[mailto:?subject=WEG%20Plans%20Around%203%2C000%20Jobs%20at%20New%20Dharmapuri%20Manufacturing%20Plant&body=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.metaintro.com%2Fblog%2Fweg-hiring-3000-jobs-2026](mailto:?subject=WEG%20Plans%20Around%203%2C000%20Jobs%20at%20New%20Dharmapuri%20Manufacturing%20Plant&body=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.metaintro.com%2Fblog%2Fweg-hiring-3000-jobs-2026) WEG announced a manufacturing expansion in an official statement reported on November 12, 2026: [It plans to invest around Rs. 2,000 crore and create jobs for around 3,000 people.](https://www.etvbharat.com/en/state/weg-to-set-up-rs-2000-crore-manufacturing-plant-in-dharmapuri-3000-jobs-will-be-created-enn26111207442) The project is in [the SIPCOT Industrial Park in Dharmapuri](https://www.etvbharat.com/en/state/weg-to-set-up-rs-2000-crore-manufacturing-plant-in-dharmapuri-3000-jobs-will-be-created-enn26111207442). At [Metaintro](https://www.metaintro.com), we track layoffs and big hiring announcements in our [layoffs tracker](https://www.metaintro.com/layoffs). ## How Many Jobs Is WEG Adding? The investment plan links the new facility to [creating 3,000 jobs and boosting industrial development in the relatively underdeveloped district](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chennai/brazils-weg-plans-rs-2000-cr-fresh-investment-in-tn-to-create-3000-jobs/articleshow/135777021.cms). The employment opportunity extends beyond the factory itself: [This project will generate a large number of direct and indirect jobs for local youth and women.](https://www.etvbharat.com/en/state/weg-to-set-up-rs-2000-crore-manufacturing-plant-in-dharmapuri-3000-jobs-will-be-created-enn26111207442) The expansion also has a local supplier dimension. The investment is expected to [attract component suppliers, strengthen micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), and create an ancillary industrial ecosystem around the facility](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chennai/brazils-weg-plans-rs-2000-cr-fresh-investment-in-tn-to-create-3000-jobs/articleshow/135777021.cms). ## Where Will WEG Hire? The new manufacturing location follows an existing operation: [the company will set up a factory in 100-acre land in the SIPCOT Industrial Park in Dharmapuri](https://www.etvbharat.com/en/state/weg-to-set-up-rs-2000-crore-manufacturing-plant-in-dharmapuri-3000-jobs-will-be-created-enn26111207442). This is an expansion of an established manufacturing presence, as [Its first manufacturing plant was opened in Hosur, Tamil Nadu in 2011.](https://www.etvbharat.com/en/state/weg-to-set-up-rs-2000-crore-manufacturing-plant-in-dharmapuri-3000-jobs-will-be-created-enn26111207442) The location decision followed discussions over the investment. [WEG considered various states for this investment.](https://www.etvbharat.com/en/state/weg-to-set-up-rs-2000-crore-manufacturing-plant-in-dharmapuri-3000-jobs-will-be-created-enn26111207442) ## What Will the New Plant Manufacture? The production focus is electrical equipment: [The new plant will manufacture EV Motors, Industrial Drives, and power generation equipment.](https://www.etvbharat.com/en/state/weg-to-set-up-rs-2000-crore-manufacturing-plant-in-dharmapuri-3000-jobs-will-be-created-enn26111207442) The project is intended to [consolidate and expand the company’s manufacturing operations in Tamil Nadu](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chennai/brazils-weg-plans-rs-2000-cr-fresh-investment-in-tn-to-create-3000-jobs/articleshow/135777021.cms). ## How Can Job Seekers Apply? - Check official careers pages for application instructions and location details. - Prepare a resume highlighting relevant manufacturing experience and technical skills. - Keep training certificates and employment records ready for applications. - Verify recruiter identities before sharing personal documents or payment information. ## Related Articles - - - - ## People Also Asked ### Q: How Many Jobs Are Planned? A: The announced investment aims to [create jobs for around 3,000 people](https://www.etvbharat.com/en/state/weg-to-set-up-rs-2000-crore-manufacturing-plant-in-dharmapuri-3000-jobs-will-be-created-enn26111207442), with direct and indirect employment associated with the project. ### Q: Where Is the New Factory Planned? A: The planned factory will occupy [100-acre land in the SIPCOT Industrial Park in Dharmapuri](https://www.etvbharat.com/en/state/weg-to-set-up-rs-2000-crore-manufacturing-plant-in-dharmapuri-3000-jobs-will-be-created-enn26111207442), adding a manufacturing location alongside the existing operation. Looking for your next opportunity? [Metaintro](https://www.metaintro.com) brings together 50M jobs in one place. 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