WEG

WEG, established in 1961 in Jaraguá do Sul, Brazil, has grown from a small electric motor manufacturer into a global leader in electrical equipment, industrial automation, and energy solutions. The company was founded by Werner Ricardo Voigt, Eggon João da Silva, and Geraldo Werninghaus, and it emphasizes innovation, quality, and vertical integration in its operations. WEG offers a wide range of products, including electric motors, industrial automation systems, energy solutions like transformers and renewable energy systems, and coatings for industrial applications. The company serves diverse industries such as mining, oil and gas, and water treatment, providing complete electrical systems tailored to various needs. With a presence in over 135 countries, WEG operates manufacturing plants and R&D centers worldwide, reinforcing its position as a full-system supplier. The company is committed to quality standards and invests in employee development through its training center, CENTROWEG.

Electrical/electronic Manufacturing Brazil Founded 1961 ~9,348 employees Public · WEGE3

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Employees
9,348
+0.7% in the 3 months to Jun 2025
Revenue / employee
$748K
Revenue ~$7B
Stock
WEGE3
Public company
12-month attrition
6.9%
Tech: 9.4%
H1B sponsor
NA

Headcount trend

WEG went from 8,152 employees in Jul 2023 to 9,348 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 527 people joined, 239 left.

Headcount data through Jun 2025

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other7,758
Engineering767
Sales403
Operations143
Marketing89
Finance48
Design44
Success38

Salaries at WEG

All salaries

10 salary profiles in the US

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity · India salaries

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WEG FAQ

How many employees does WEG have?

WEG has about 9,348 employees, up 0.7% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.

What is WEG's revenue per employee?

WEG makes about $748K in revenue per employee, based on $6.99B annual revenue and 9,348 employees.

How much does WEG pay?

6figr has 10 salary profiles for WEG in the US and 10 in India, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the WEG salaries page. See WEG salaries in the US

Is WEG a public company?

Yes. WEG is publicly traded under the ticker WEGE3.

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