Michelin

Michelin is a French multinational corporation founded in 1889 by André and Édouard Michelin in Clermont-Ferrand. It is a leading global tire manufacturer known for its innovative products, including detachable bicycle tires, pneumatic automobile tires, and steel-belted radial tires. Michelin has a rich history of advancements in tire technology, such as the first steel-cased truck tire and contributions to aviation during wartime. The company produces high-quality tires for bicycles, automobiles, trucks, aircraft, and rail applications. Michelin also offers rubber goods, synthetic rubber, and mobility-related items. In addition to its tire products, Michelin publishes the renowned MICHELIN Guides, which provide reviews and ratings for restaurants and hotels, as well as travel maps. With operations in numerous countries, Michelin emphasizes materials science and technological progress, supplying tires to over 170 countries worldwide.

Automotive United States ~17,315 employees PA: ML

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Employees
17,315
+0.7% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$1.6M
Revenue ~$28.2B
Stock
ML
PA
12-month attrition
6.6%
Tech: 7.7%
H1B filings, FY2026
2
Sponsors visas
Open jobs
458
Last 30 days

Headcount trend

Michelin went from 16,805 employees in Oct 2024 to 17,315 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 538 people joined, 271 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other7,485
Engineering3,353
Operations2,730
Sales1,357
Finance727
Success524
Marketing502
Design312

Salaries at Michelin

All salaries

115 salary profiles in India

Most reported roles

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity · US salaries

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Limited
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering4
Marketing3
IT1

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 2 filings.

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Michelin FAQ

How many employees does Michelin have?

Michelin has about 17,315 employees, up 0.7% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

Does Michelin sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Michelin filed 2 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

What is Michelin's revenue per employee?

Michelin makes about $1.63M in revenue per employee, based on $28.21B annual revenue and 17,315 employees.

How much does Michelin pay?

6figr has 115 salary profiles for Michelin in India and 17 in the US, with pay broken down by role, level and gender on the Michelin salaries page. See Michelin salaries in India

Is Michelin a public company?

Yes. Michelin is publicly traded under the ticker ML on PA.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.