About us:
SGB-SMIT Group

We are a leading international supplier of transformers with locations in Germany, Europe, Asia and the USA. With a total of around 3,100 employees, we develop and manufacture oil distribution, cast resin and power transformers, special devices and compact stations. Our transformers are used by energy suppliers, industrial companies, switchgear manufacturers and energy producers in the conventional and increasingly also in the renewable energy sector. In line with our guiding principle "Transforming together the future of energy", sustainability is a central component of our value system and corporate strategy.

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“Our employees are the key to our success. We stand firmly behind our globally defined values: Appreciation and respect, fairness and transparency, initiative and commitment, reliability, focus on results, responsibility and accountability. Our aim is to make these defined values a firm cultural basis at all locations and a part of daily working life.”

Holger Ketterer, Chief Executive SGB-SMIT Group

“For us, the international orientation of HR management is of crucial importance in a globalized economy. It enables us to recruit the best talent worldwide, promote the diversity of our workforce and thus integrate innovative ideas and different perspectives. The result is cultural diversity, a high level of employee satisfaction and the strengthening of our competitiveness on international markets. This enables us to create the basis for sustainable growth and at the same time helps us to overcome legal and regulatory challenges abroad. In an increasingly interconnected world, we are thus creating a key success factor for our company.”

Kerstin Hommel, Head of HR SGB-SMIT Group

Corporate culture & values

Our corporate values form the foundation of our actions and define who we are and what we stand for.

Responsible corporate governance, diversity and sustainability are at the centre of our culture. These core values guide us in our daily endeavours to deliver excellent performance, promote an inclusive and respectful environment and take long-term responsibility for the future of our planet.

Leadership Values help us to define how we want to lead and act. Thanks to their global transparency, they give us orientation and we can reflect on how successful we are. Continuous improvement and personal development are the key to success.

The SGB-Smit Group supports all employees. Driven by the diversity of people, we are constantly developing and remain innovative and creative.

We are convinced that sustainability is the result of a shared commitment. We are working worldwide to achieve our goals for more sustainable technologies while taking responsibility for our planet and our fellow human beings.

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Benefits

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SGB-SMIT at a glance

3100
Employees

14
Locations

15928
Transformers

1051
Mio. € Turnover

38,000
total training hours in 2023

Development and training

  1. We support our employees' development and further their training
  2. We offer opportunities for education and training to ensure that our employees are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in their roles.

A growing company

  1. We are committed to a balanced age structure worldwide in order to ensure the best possible transfer of expertise
  2. 41.3
    Ø Age
19 %
female in top management positions 2023

Equal Opportunities

  1. We foster a culture where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential
  2. At SGB-SMIT all employees benefit from having equal opportunities.
    We understand that providing equal opportunities is essential for success.

Diversity and Inclusion

  1. We provide a fair and inclusive environment for all our employees
  2. At SGB-SMIT everyone is treated with respect and dignity regardless of their age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. This commitment to equality is reflected in all policies, practices, and decisions, from recruitment and hiring to promotions and compensation.

Employment structure

Your personal contact
for questions regarding careers at SGB-SMIT Group

Daniel Stautner
Global Recruiting Manager
career-sgbsmit@sgb-smit.group