Galway based battery company Xerotech has announced that they plan to create 100 new jobs to meet growing global demand.
Xerotech, based in Claregalway Corporate Park, is a world leader in advanced battery systems for non-road mobile machinery applications.
Their batteries are used in a wide variety of applications, from mining and construction equipment to marine and aviation vehicles.
We are excited to be expanding our team as we continue to develop new and innovative solutions for our customers,” said Dr. Barry Flannery, CEO of Xerotech.
“Our battery systems are helping to drive the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable future, and we are looking for talented and passionate individuals to join us in this mission.”
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has hailed Xerotech’s continued success and outlined what an important contribution this news is to the economy.
“Xerotech is one of the most innovative and interesting Irish companies I have engaged with,” the Taoiseach said.
Batteries are going to be a big part of our post-fossil fuels future and it’s extra-ordinary how advanced these technologies now are. It’s great that it’s happening in the West of Ireland.”
“Congratulations to Xerotech on their expansion and plans to hire 100 new employees to meet global demand.”
“This follows on from the company’s recent hiring for over 50 new positions, and highlights how Irish companies continue to successfully compete in global markets.“
The new roles coming on stream include various technical and support roles, including engineering, production, sales and marketing, research and development, quality assurance, machine build and design, supply chain, and testing.
It is expected that all of the new jobs at the Claregalway company will be filled by the end of the year.
