Siemens Canada to hire 100, expand Saskatoon semiconductor R&D

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe attended an on-site event announcing the expansion. “Siemens’ expansion in Saskatoon is another strong vote of confidence in our province,” Moe said. “It will also position Saskatchewan at the forefront of industrial AI and advanced semiconductor design.”

Federal Minister of Industry Mélanie Joly also weighed in, calling the investment an example of strategic innovation creating opportunities for Canadian workers.

A Siemens spokesperson said the company chose Saskatoon because of its proximity to a growing deep-tech talent pipeline and the existing relationship with the University of Saskatchewan, where Siemens funds an EDA Chair position.

The expansion adds to Siemens’ recent investments in Canada. Earlier this year, the company announced a $150-million investment in Oakville, Ontario, to develop an AI manufacturing technology research centre.

The hiring will focus on software engineering, AI research, and customer application expertise. The 100 new roles will bring the Saskatoon hub’s workforce to roughly 400 employees.