Böblingen's new engineering hub drives automotive innovation and jobs

A new engineering centre has opened in Böblingen, marking a major investment in the Stuttgart region. The state-of-the-art facility will focus on automotive innovation, including lightweight construction and electronics. The company has also announced plans to expand its local workforce. The centre is located at Konrad-Zuse-Straße 12 in the Flugfeld business park. Its modern infrastructure and favourable conditions helped secure the location. Around 130 engineers already work there, developing projects for key regional automotive clients.

The facility specialises in bodywork, lightweight materials, electronics, computer-aided engineering (CAE), and kinematics. Its work aims to advance future mobility solutions. The company has also committed to growing its team, with 30 new hires planned for 2017.

Training is another priority. Eleven apprentices are currently learning technical product design, and the number of apprenticeship contracts will increase. The Böblingen site strengthens the company’s global operations, with the Stuttgart region playing a central role in its strategy. The new engineering centre reinforces the company’s presence in Böblingen. It will support automotive innovation while creating jobs and training opportunities. The investment highlights the region’s importance for both local and international projects.