Benchmark Electronics opened its new Precision Technologies facility in Mesa, Arizona. The facility is designed to support the production of semiconductor capital equipment building blocks and solutions in the region. Benchmark intends to invest roughly $20 million into capabilities and technology at the new facility, in addition to hiring 100 people to support this facility as the company ramps up with customers.

Benchmark retains one of the largest U.S. electronics manufacturing footprints, with major production facilities in California, Minnesota, Alabama, New Hampshire, and Arizona. In addition to its global headquarters in Tempe, the company now boasts three other manufacturing facilities in the valley including Phoenix, Tempe, and now Mesa.

The company’s manufacturing services, and global footprint are closely aligned to the semiconductor industry’s geographic needs and facilitate the ability for customers to meet the rising demand. Benchmark’s strategic investments in facilities, capabilities, and technologies also enhance engineering and manufacturing solutions close to the point of consumption for the U.S., European, and Asian markets.