Facts + Figures

EDAG was founded by Horst Eckard in Groß-Zimmern near Darmstadt on 1st February 1969, at which time the company was known as "Konstruktionsbüro Horst Eckard". We are one of the world's leading independent engineering partner to the global automotive industry. 

We attach great importance to continual improvement – not just in the mobility of tomorrow, but also in ourselves. It therefore goes without saying that the company invests heavily in education and training.

49%  with an academic or similar background (directors, divisional / department heads, team managers, (system/support) engineers, master craftsmen, technicians, etc.).

8.3% apprentice and trainee quota (as of 31.12.2016). 8,260 employees, of which 570 are apprentices or trainees and dual studies students.

Our focus is on the international automotive industry, for which we develop and improve mobility. Not for just any old body, but for the most exciting brands in the world.

78% automotive OEMs

17% automotive suppliers

5% traffic, transport, logistics