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Manufacturing (26 - 27) Manufacture of electrical, electronic and optical products 26.1 - Manufacture of electronic components and boards 26.11 - Manufacture of electronic components
300 jobs Number of planned job creations
Announcement Date
7 July 2026
Employment effect (start)
7 July 2026
Foreseen end date
Description
Diamond Foundry, an American technology company specializing in advanced synthetic diamond production for semiconductor applications, has announced the creation of 300 direct jobs at its new plant in La Cartuja Baja, Zaragoza, Spain.
The facility is part of the company's broader strategy to build a global value chain for high-performance chips, enhancing European technological autonomy. Hiring began already this year, with the opening of the Plant expected by 2027.
The expansion is driven by demand for advanced materials in the digital economy and the strategic importance of semiconductors. It complements Spain’s investment ecosystem and supports the region’s industrial diversification without involving outsourcing or relocation of existing staff.
Citation
Eurofound (2026), Diamond Foundry, Business expansion in Spain, factsheet number 300717, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://apps.eurofound.europa.eu/restructuring-events/detail/300717.