Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Youngwood, Pennsylvania
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Since 1956
Powerex Inc. is a semiconductor manufacturer headquartered in Youngwood, Pennsylvania, and founded in 1956. It is a privately held company with an estimated 200-500 employees and an estimated annual revenue of $50-100 million. Powerex makes high-power semiconductor products, including IGBTs, HVIGBTs, rectifiers, and custom power modules, and serves the automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, medical, military-defense, and industrial equipment markets. In June 2026 the U.S. Department of Commerce announced finalized CHIPS incentives with Powerex to support domestic production of key semiconductor components, with reported funding of $30 million for its Pennsylvania plant.
Powerex Inc. at a glance
Revenue
$50-100M
Est. band
Employees
200-500
Founded
1956
Headquarters
Youngwood, Pennsylvania
Certifications
AS9100 · ISO 9001
Import activity
763
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Medical
Military & Defense
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
763
Named foreign suppliers
45
Top origins
China · India · Germany · South Korea

Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Powerex Inc..
What this tells a buyer
No customs shipment data is available for Powerex Inc., so its trade footprint cannot be described; the most recent reported development is the June 2026 announcement of CHIPS incentives with the U.S. Department of Commerce.
Powerex holds AS9100 and ISO 9001 certifications and lists products including IGBTs, HVIGBTs, rectifiers, thyristors, and military-standard power devices.
Powerex is a joint venture of Mitsubishi Electric and General Electric, and in March 2026 announced a distribution agreement with RFMW for high-power semiconductor solutions.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
70 years in operation (founded 1956).
Holds AS9100, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Powerex Inc. is a semiconductor manufacturer headquartered in Youngwood, Pennsylvania, and founded in 1956. It is a privately held company with an estimated 200-500 employees and an estimated annual revenue of $50-100 million. Powerex makes high-power semiconductor products, including IGBTs, HVIGBTs, rectifiers, and custom power modules, and serves the automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, medical, military-defense, and industrial equipment markets. In June 2026 the U.S. Department of Commerce announced finalized CHIPS incentives with Powerex to support domestic production of key semiconductor components, with reported funding of $30 million for its Pennsylvania plant.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1956 |
Headquarters | Youngwood, Pennsylvania |
Employees | 200-500 |
Revenue | $50-100M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | AS9100 · ISO 9001 |
What Powerex Inc. makes
Powerex holds AS9100 and ISO 9001 certifications and lists products including IGBTs, HVIGBTs, rectifiers, thyristors, and military-standard power devices.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Semiconductor, Welding, Pump, Assembly, Battery (source: pwrx.com).
Certifications
Powerex Inc. is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
Trade and customs footprint
No customs shipment data is available for Powerex Inc., so its trade footprint cannot be described; the most recent reported development is the June 2026 announcement of CHIPS incentives with the U.S. Department of Commerce. US customs bill-of-lading records list 763 inbound shipments across 45 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · India · Germany · South Korea.
Latest developments
2026-06-05 — Department of Commerce Announces Finalization of CHIPS Incentives with Powerex to Enhance Domestic Production Capacity of Key Components for U.S. Semiconductor Manufacturing | NIST (nist.gov)
2026-06-05 — Powerex Gets $30M CHIPS Funding for PA Chip Plant | RivCut (rivcut.com)
2026-03-23 — RFMW and Powerex Announce Distribution Agreement for High-Power Semiconductor Solutions for Mission Critical Applications (businesswire.com)
2026-03-23 — RFMW and Powerex Announce Distribution Agreement for High-Power Semiconductor Solutions for Mission Critical Applications - RFMW Blog (rfmwblog.com)
2025-05-09 — Chamber Champion of the Month: Powerex Inc. – Pioneering Semiconductor Innovation in Westmoreland County - Westmoreland County Chamber (westmorelandchamber.com)
2025-01-21 — Powerex Will Fund and Join Markets+ | Powerex Corp. (powerex.com)
Facilities
Powerex Inc. is headquartered in Youngwood, Pennsylvania. Public sources also reference these locations:
Youngwood, Pennsylvania — rivcut.com
Youngwood, PA — aerospacedefensereview.com
Company details
Powerex is a joint venture of Mitsubishi Electric and General Electric, and in March 2026 announced a distribution agreement with RFMW for high-power semiconductor solutions. Powerex Inc. was founded in 1956, has an estimated 200-500 employees, and is headquartered in Youngwood, Pennsylvania. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 70 years in operation (founded 1956). Holds AS9100, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Powerex Inc. make?
Powerex Inc. is a semiconductor manufacturer headquartered in Youngwood, Pennsylvania, and founded in 1956. It is a privately held company with an estimated 200-500 employees and an estimated annual revenue of $50-100 million. Powerex makes high-power semiconductor products, including IGBTs, HVIGBTs, rectifiers, and custom power modules, and serves the automotive, electric vehicle, electronics, medical, military-defense, and industrial equipment markets. In June 2026 the U.S. Department of Commerce announced finalized CHIPS incentives with Powerex to support domestic production of key semiconductor components, with reported funding of $30 million for its Pennsylvania plant.
Where is Powerex Inc. headquartered?
Powerex Inc. is headquartered in Youngwood, Pennsylvania (173 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, Pennsylvania, 15697).
When was Powerex Inc. founded?
Powerex Inc. was founded in 1956.
How big is Powerex Inc.?
Powerex Inc. has an estimated 200-500 employees, with revenue in the $50-100M range (estimated).
What certifications does Powerex Inc. hold?
Powerex Inc. lists AS9100 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Powerex Inc. import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 763 inbound shipments for Powerex Inc., with top origins including China · India · Germany · South Korea.
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