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Area Development - Site Selection, Facility Planning and Workforce Development

DMG MORI Federal Services Plans Chicago, Illinois, R&D Operations

02/28/2026
DMG MORI Federal Services, a manufacturer of high-precision machine tools, plans to establish operations in Chicago, Illinois. The more than $40.5 million project is expected to create 74 jobs.

The company’s new R&D facility will feature 25,000 square feet of office space and 65,000 square feet of advanced manufacturing space.

“Illinois has a proud legacy of manufacturing excellence, and our investment in the Advanced Manufacturing & Innovation Center builds on that foundation to shape the next generation of industrial technology,” said James Nudo, Chairman of DMG MORI Federal Services, Inc. “By co-locating research and production in Chicago’s Goose Island industrial corridor, we are creating a powerful network effect that will accelerate innovation from discovery to deployment. This facility will expand our North American R&D capacity, advance additive manufacturing and automation technologies, and power production of dual-use and defense applications. We are proud to deepen our roots in Illinois and partner with the state’s leaders to strengthen America’s industrial competitiveness.”

The project is being supported by Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity’s Economic Development for a Growing Economy (EDGE) program.

“DMG MORI’s investment will create quality jobs, strengthen Chicago’s manufacturing ecosystem, and establish a cutting-edge R&D facility that supports innovation and long-term competitiveness,” noted Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Director Kristin Richards. "DCEO is proud to support companies as they grow their footprint in Illinois and invest in the talent, technology, and training needed to build the future of manufacturing.”

DMG MORI Federal Services is a subsidiary of the DMG MORI machine tool group that provides advanced manufacturing solutions, precision CNC machining equipment, automation systems, and turnkey production services tailored to defense, aerospace, and industrial customers. The company supports U.S. government and prime contractors with high-precision machining technologies, systems integration, and aftermarket support.

“As a global leader in machine tool manufacturing, DMG MORI’s investment further strengthens Illinois’ role at the forefront of advanced manufacturing,” added Illinois Economic Development Corporation President & CEO Christy George. “This expansion advances additive manufacturing and automation while creating accessible pathways to high-quality careers. Through its partnership with City Colleges of Chicago, DMG MORI is helping expand opportunity, strengthen talent pipelines, and ensure more Illinoisans can participate in the future of manufacturing.”

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