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ZF Friedrichshafen
3.9
based on 348 Reviews
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Company Summary
This company manufactures transmission systems for various transport sectors, providing solutions for vehicles across multiple environments.
Overall Rating
3.9/5
based on 348 reviews

3% above
industry average

Highly rated for
Work-life balance, Job security

Critically rated for
Promotions
Work Policy

Hybrid
56% employees reported

Monday to Friday
64% employees reported

Flexible timing
76% employees reported

No travel
55% employees reported
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Top Employees Benefits
Free meal
5 employees reported
Office cab/shuttle
4 employees reported
Cafeteria
4 employees reported
Job/Soft skill training
4 employees reported
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About ZF Friedrichshafen
Founded in1915 (110 yrs old)
India Employee Count10k-50k
Global Employee Count1 Lakh+
HeadquartersFriedrichshafen, Germany
Office Locations
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Websitezf.com
Primary Industry
Other Industries
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ZF Friedrichshafen (ZF) shifts easily from land to air to sea. The company makes automatic and manual transmissions for commercial vehicles, cars, aircraft, and marine vessels. ZF also makes rail transmissions and industrial drives such as servo gearboxes. Its off-road division makes transmissions for construction equipment and farm machinery. ZF's chassis unit makes automotive rear-axle systems and suspension modules. ZF was founded in 1915 by Ferdinand von Zeppelin (the Zeppelin inventor). The Zeppelin Stiftung Foundation, which is largely controlled by the town of Friedrichshafen, owns more than 90% of the company.
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ZF Friedrichshafen Ratings
based on 348 reviews
Overall Rating
3.9/5
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3.9
Work-life balance
3.8
Job security
3.7
Company culture
3.7
Salary
3.6
Skill development
3.6
Work satisfaction
3.3
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ZF Friedrichshafen is rated 3.9 out of 5 stars on AmbitionBox, based on 348 company reviews.This rating reflects an average employee experience, indicating moderate satisfaction with the company’s work culture, benefits, and career growth opportunities. AmbitionBox gathers authentic employee reviews and ratings, making it a trusted platform for job seekers and employees in India.
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Gender Based Ratings at ZF Friedrichshafen
based on 339 reviews
4.1
Rated by 31 Women
Rated 4.1 for Work-life balance and 4.0 for Company culture
3.9
Rated by 308 Men
Rated 3.9 for Work-life balance and 3.7 for Company culture
Work Policy at ZF Friedrichshafen
based on 80 reviews in last 6 months
Hybrid
56%
Work from office
43%
Permanent work from home
1%
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Overall Rating | 3.9/5 based on 348 reviews | 4.2/5 based on 3.9k reviews | 3.9/5 based on 1.2k reviews | 3.5/5 based on 876 reviews |
Highly Rated for | Work-life balance Job security | Work-life balance Company culture Skill development | Company culture Skill development | No highly rated category |
Critically Rated for | Promotions | No critically rated category | Promotions | Promotions Work-life balance Work satisfaction |
Primary Work Policy | Hybrid 56% employees reported | Hybrid 50% employees reported | Hybrid 50% employees reported | Work from office 84% employees reported |
Rating by Women Employees | 4.1 Good rated by 31 women | 4.1 Good rated by 515 women | 3.6 Good rated by 132 women | 3.3 Average rated by 123 women |
Rating by Men Employees | 3.9 Good rated by 308 men | 4.2 Good rated by 3.1k men | 3.9 Good rated by 1k men | 3.5 Good rated by 715 men |
Job security | 3.8 Good | 4.0 Good | 3.7 Good | 3.3 Average |
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ZF Friedrichshafen Salaries
ZF Friedrichshafen salaries have received with an average score of 3.7 out of 5 by 348 employees.
Senior Engineer
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₹6 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr
Senior Software Engineer
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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹24.2 L/yr
Technical Lead
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₹9.2 L/yr - ₹28.5 L/yr
Software Engineer
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₹6 L/yr - ₹13.5 L/yr
Graduate Engineer Trainee (Get)
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₹1.8 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr
Deputy Manager
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₹10 L/yr - ₹16.6 L/yr
Embedded Software Engineer
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₹5.2 L/yr - ₹8.8 L/yr
Senior Design Engineer
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₹6.3 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr
Senior Technical Lead
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₹19 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr
Quality Engineer
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₹1.2 L/yr - ₹3 L/yr
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HinduBusinessLine | 17 Mar, 2025

ZF Group to launch new unit in Coimbatore for construction equipment business
- ZF Group plans to launch a new facility in Coimbatore for its construction equipment business in India.
- The new facility in Coimbatore is expected to be inaugurated by June this year.
- ZF Group is also expanding its wind gearbox production capacity at the Coimbatore campus.
- The company remains committed to advancing technologies and showcased innovations in the automotive industry at the Bharat Mobility Expo in New Delhi.
HinduBusinessLine | 22 Jan, 2025
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- ZF Group divested a 4.32% stake in its Indian subsidiary, ZF Commercial Vehicles Control System for Rs 1,022 crore.
HinduBusinessLine | 28 Nov, 2024

WABCO Asia Divests Over 4% Stake In ZF Group Company
- WABCO Asia Pvt., promoter of ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India Ltd., divested a 4.3% stake, which equals 8,20,000 shares, in the auto components maker to institutional investors.
- The stake sale increases liquidity and financial flexibility for ZF Group's growth plans while retaining majority control.
- ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems is a market leader in the Indian CV supplier industry and an important pillar in ZF's global growth strategy.
- The move allows ZF Group to invest in its growth and the dynamically developing Indian market.
Bloomberg Quint | 27 Nov, 2024

Greaves Cotton appoints Ramachandra Puttanna as business head-EV solutions & new businesses, Greaves Retail
- Greaves Cotton has appointed Ramachandra Puttanna as the business head for EV solutions and new businesses within Greaves Retail.
- Puttanna brings over three decades of experience, with previous roles in companies like ZF Group, Bosch India Automotive, and WABCO.
- In his new role, Puttanna will be responsible for driving the strategic growth plan for Greaves Retail’s electric vehicle components and new verticals.
- He will report to Narasimha Jayakumar, CEO of Greaves Retail.
HRKatha | 1 Nov, 2024

Greaves Cotton appoints new EV Business Head for retail division
- Greaves Cotton has appointed Ramachandra Puttanna as Business Head for EV Solutions & New Businesses in its Greaves Retail division.
- Puttanna will lead the strategic growth initiatives for the company’s electric vehicle components and new business verticals.
- With over 35 years of experience in companies like ZF Group, Fenner India, BOSCH India, and Magneti Marelli, Puttanna brings valuable expertise to his new role.
- Greaves Retail operates as a fuel-agnostic provider offering sales, service, and spare parts solutions across various vehicle segments, including electric vehicles.
HinduBusinessLine | 31 Oct, 2024

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ZF Friedrichshafen FAQs
When was ZF Friedrichshafen founded?
ZF Friedrichshafen was founded in 1915. The company has been operating for 110 years primarily in the Auto Components sector.
Where is the ZF Friedrichshafen headquarters located?
ZF Friedrichshafen is headquartered in Friedrichshafen.
How many employees does ZF Friedrichshafen have in India?
ZF Friedrichshafen currently has more than 13,000+ employees in India. Engineering - Software & QA department appears to have the highest employee count in ZF Friedrichshafen based on the number of reviews submitted on AmbitionBox.
Does ZF Friedrichshafen have good work-life balance?
ZF Friedrichshafen has a Work-Life Balance Rating of 3.9 out of 5 based on 300+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox. 72% employees rated ZF Friedrichshafen 4 or above, while 28% employees rated it 3 or below on work-life balance. This indicates that the majority of employees feel a generally balanced work-life experience, with some opportunities for improvement based on the feedback. We encourage you to read ZF Friedrichshafen work-life balance reviews for more details
Is ZF Friedrichshafen good for career growth?
Career growth at ZF Friedrichshafen is rated as moderate, with a promotions and appraisal rating of 3.3. 28% employees rated ZF Friedrichshafen 3 or below, while 72% employees rated it 4 or above on promotions/appraisal. This rating suggests that while some employees view growth opportunities favorably, there is scope for improvement based on employee feedback. We recommend reading ZF Friedrichshafen promotions/appraisals reviews for more detailed insights.
What are the pros and cons of working in ZF Friedrichshafen?
Working at ZF Friedrichshafen comes with several advantages and disadvantages. It is highly rated for work life balance and job security. However, it is poorly rated for promotions / appraisal, based on 300+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox.
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