Stellantis lays off 400 American engineers to cut costs, plans to hire engineers in low-wage countries like Brazil, India, Mexico, and Morocco at a fraction of the cost. CEO Carlos Tavares secures a $39 million compensation package. Outsourcing leads to production complications and layoffs in the US.
Key Points
Layoffs of 400 American engineers in Michigan
Hiring engineers in Brazil, India, Mexico, and Morocco at lower wages
CEO Carlos Tavares receives $39 million compensation package
Outsourcing leads to production issues and layoffs in the US
Pros
Cost savings for Stellantis by hiring engineers in low-wage countries