# Companies with in-house R&D headquartered in Oregon

Tamtam tracks 67 companies with in-house R&D headquartered in Oregon. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Nike, Columbia Sportswear Company and University of Oregon. Their median headcount is 704. Half of them were founded in 1978 or later. The most common headquarters are Portland (15), Hillsboro (9) and Beaverton (6).

These companies with in-house R&D in Oregon are primarily large firms, many with global reach, operating across diverse sectors. Nike, headquartered in Beaverton, is a leading designer of athletic footwear and apparel. Columbia Sportswear Company, based in Portland, crafts outdoor gear, while Daimler Truck North America manufactures heavy-duty trucks. Precision Castparts specializes in aerospace components, and Tektronix provides test and measurement solutions. Intel Labs, located in Hillsboro, conducts research in computer science.

The data shows a concentration of these larger R&D-focused companies in the Portland metropolitan area, including Beaverton, Wilsonville, Hillsboro, and Lake Oswego. While industries range from retail and manufacturing to higher education and utilities, a significant number of firms are involved in electronics, aerospace, and automotive manufacturing, indicating a strong presence in high-tech and industrial sectors.

🇺🇸 Oregon · 50 companies · Updated Nov 11, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Nike](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nike) (nike.com)<br>Leading designer, marketer, and distributor of athletic footwear, apparel, equipment, and accessories for various sports and fitness activities worldwide Founded in 1972 | Retail | 🇺🇸 Beaverton | 98,830 |  |
| 2 | [Columbia Sportswear Company](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/columbia-sportswear-company) (columbiasportswearcompany.com)<br>Global outdoor brand crafting active lifestyle gear with leading technologies, reflecting Pacific Northwest heritage, sold worldwide, and promoting outdoor activities and adventures | Retail Apparel and Fashion | 🇺🇸 Portland | 10,070 |  |
| 3 | [University of Oregon](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-oregon) (uoregon.edu)<br>Public research university located in the Willamette Valley, known for strong research programs and dedication to high-quality teaching. | Higher Education | 🇺🇸 Eugene | 9,499 | 1876 |
| 4 | [Daimler Truck North America](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/daimler-truck-north-america) (empli.fi)<br>A leading manufacturer of heavy-duty and medium-duty trucks, specialized commercial vehicles, and diesel engines under renowned brands in North America | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Portland | 6,530 | 1942 |
| 5 | [Precision Castparts](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/precision-castparts) (precast.com)<br>Market leader in manufacturing structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures, fasteners, seamless pipe, fittings, and alloys for aerospace, power generation, and oil & gas industries | Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Lake Oswego | 6,372 | 1953 |
| 6 | [Tektronix](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tektronix) (tek.com)<br>A global leader in test and measurement solutions, empowering engineers to accelerate innovation with ease, speed, and accuracy for over 70 years | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Beaverton | 4,296 | 1946 |
| 7 | [Mentor Graphics](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mentor-graphics) (siemens.com)<br>The company offers electronic design automation solutions, including software and hardware, to help engineers develop electronic products faster and more cost-effectively | Software Development | 🇺🇸 Wilsonville | 3,711 | 1981 |
| 8 | [Bonneville Power Administration](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bonneville-power-administration) (bpa.gov)<br>A federal nonprofit wholesale power marketer selling carbon-free electricity, operating a high-voltage transmission grid, and funding a large fish and wildlife program in the Northwest region | Utilities | 🇺🇸 Portland | 2,596 | 1937 |
| 9 | [VTech Communications Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/vtech-communications-inc) (vtech.com)<br>A global leader in electronic learning products, cordless phones, and wireless monitoring systems, focused on innovation, sustainability, and creating value | Consumer Electronics | 🇺🇸 Tigard | 2,317 |  |
| 10 | [Flir](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/flir) (flir.com)<br>designs, develops, manufactures, markets, distributes technologies enhancing perception. Innovative sensing solutions for thermal, visible-light imaging, video analytics, measurement, diagnostic, advanced threat detection systems. | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Wilsonville | 2,106 | 1978 |
| 11 | [ESCO Group LLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/esco-group-llc) (global.weir)<br>Developer and manufacturer of engineered wear parts and replacement products for mining, construction, and industrial applications with global support. | Mining | 🇺🇸 Portland | 2,055 | 1913 |
| 12 | [Teledyne FLIR](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/teledyne-flir) (flir.com)<br>Designs and manufactures thermal imaging systems, visible-light sensors, unmanned platforms, and CBRN detection solutions for defense, industrial, and public safety applications worldwide. | Defense and Space Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Wilsonville | 1,999 | 1978 |
| 13 | [Radisys](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/radisys) (radisys.com)<br>Global leader in open telecom solutions, empowering service providers with innovative technology solutions for business transformation in the telecom industry | Telecommunications | 🇺🇸 Hillsboro | 1,753 | 1987 |
| 14 | [Intel Labs](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/intel-labs) (intel.com)<br>Leading research in computer science, fostering collaboration between academia and industry, and driving visionary thinking in technology, sciences, society, and culture | Research Services | 🇺🇸 Hillsboro | 1,658 | 1968 |
| 15 | [ESI an MKS Brand](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/esi-an-mks-brand) (esi.com)<br>Develops flexible PCB laser processing, high-speed MLCC testing, and CO2 laser systems for HDI PCB and IC substrate manufacturing to optimize electronics production. | Machinery Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Beaverton | 1,630 |  |
| 16 | [Lattice Semiconductor](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lattice-semiconductor) (latticesemi.com)<br>Solves customer problems across the network, from Edge to Cloud, in communications, computing, industrial, automotive, and consumer markets. | Semiconductor Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Hillsboro | 1,537 | 1983 |
| 17 | [PCC Structurals, Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pcc-structurals-inc) (pccstructurals.com)<br>Specializes in nickel, titanium, stainless steel, aluminum investment castings for aerospace, turbines, medical, military, emphasizing quality and timely delivery. | Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Portland | 1,456 | 1953 |
| 18 | [A-dec Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/a-dec-inc) (a-dec.com)<br>This company focuses on innovation, creativity, and evolution in the dental industry, fostering teamwork, work-life balance, and global growth | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Newberg | 1,131 | 1964 |
| 19 | [Cascade Corporation](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cascade-corporation) (cascorp.com)<br>Global leader in design manufacture and marketing of materials handling equipment and related technologies focusing on quality value and continuous business improvement. | Machinery Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Fairview | 1,102 | 1943 |
| 20 | [Acumed](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/acumed) (acumed.net)<br>Develops, manufactures, and distributes orthopaedic and medical solutions, including implants, for improved patient care globally. Most products made in the U.S. | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Hillsboro | 1,079 |  |
| 21 | [Kaiser Permanente Northwest](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kaiser-permanente-northwest) (healthy.kaiserpermanente.org)<br>A leading nonprofit health provider committed to affordable high-quality healthcare services, improving member and community health through care innovations and health education | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇺🇸 Portland | 874 | 1945 |
| 22 | [Oregon Tool](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/oregon-tool) (oregontool.com)<br>Manufacturing and distributing professional-grade precision cutting tools for forestry, agriculture, concrete, and lawn and garden industries worldwide. | Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Portland | 874 | 1947 |
| 23 | [Willamette Dental](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/willamette-dental) (willamettedental.com)<br>A multi-specialty group dental practice providing evidence-based, preventive care without upselling, focusing on patient partnerships and innovative treatment outcomes | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇺🇸 Hillsboro | 855 | 1970 |
| 24 | [LAIKA Studios](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/laika-studios) (laika.com)<br>An award-winning Oregon-based animation studio known for innovative 3D printing, creating groundbreaking animated films nominated for Oscars and other prestigious awards | Animation | 🇺🇸 Hillsboro | 810 |  |
| 25 | [TriQuint Semiconductor (now Qorvo, Inc.)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/triquint-semiconductor-now-qorvo-inc) (qorvo.com)<br>A leading provider of core technologies and RF solutions for mobile, infrastructure, and aerospace/defense applications with a broad product portfolio | Semiconductor Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Hillsboro | 704 | 2014 |
| 26 | [Fall Creek®](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fall-creek) (fallcreeknursery.com)<br>A global blueberry genetics and nursery company providing plants, horticultural support, and market intelligence to the fruit industry worldwide | Farming | 🇺🇸 Lowell | 682 | 1978 |
| 27 | [Biamp](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/biamp) (biamp.com)<br>A global provider of innovative networked media systems for audiovisual installations, known for high-quality products and exceptional customer service | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Beaverton | 619 | 1976 |
| 28 | [NuScale Power](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nuscale-power) (nuscalepower.com)<br>Innovative nuclear power plant with small modular reactors for safer, cleaner, and cost-effective energy production, prioritizing safety and sustainability | Utilities | 🇺🇸 Corvallis | 542 | 2007 |
| 29 | [Planar](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/planar) (planar.com)<br>Global leader in display and digital signage technology, offering premier solutions for various industries, including retail, education, government, and home theaters | Computers and Electronics Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Hillsboro | 523 | 1983 |
| 30 | [Orca Security](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/orca-security) (orca.security)<br>Pioneering agentless cloud security, this platform identifies, prioritizes, and remediates security risks and compliance issues across AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and Kubernetes estates. | Computer and Network Security | 🇺🇸 Portland | 519 | 2019 |
| 31 | [Columbia Helicopters](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/columbia-helicopters) (colheli.com)<br>Global operator of heavy-lift helicopters offering maintenance support for commercial and military customers worldwide Specializing in helicopter logging, timber harvest, and transportation services | Airlines and Aviation | 🇺🇸 Aurora | 516 | 1957 |
| 32 | [Erickson Incorporated](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/erickson-incorporated) (ericksoninc.com)<br>The company specializes in providing reliable, safe, and innovative aerial services worldwide, including aircraft building, firefighting, infrastructure support, and military aircraft maintenance | Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Central Point | 482 | 1971 |
| 33 | [Leupold + Stevens, Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/leupold-stevens-inc) (leupold.com)<br>A family-owned company designing, machining, and assembling optics for hunters and shooters with a focus on groundbreaking technology and durability | Sporting Goods Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Beaverton | 478 | 1907 |
| 34 | [NWEA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nwea) (nwea.org)<br>A research-based, not-for-profit organization supporting students and educators worldwide with assessment solutions to measure growth, proficiency, and tailor instruction | Education Administration Programs | 🇺🇸 Portland | 472 | 1977 |
| 35 | [Kittelson & Associates, Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kittelson-and-associates-inc) (kittelson.com)<br>Solve complex transportation problems through planning, operations, design, and research to improve communities and everyday lives nationwide. | Civil Engineering | 🇺🇸 Portland | 420 | 1985 |
| 36 | [Kaiser Permanente Center for Health Research](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kaiser-permanente-center-for-health-research) (kpchr.org)<br>A research center founded in 1964 focused on advancing knowledge to improve health through public health research in diverse populations | Research Services | 🇺🇸 Portland | 339 | 1964 |
| 37 | [OHSU Knight Cancer Institute](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ohsu-knight-cancer-institute) (ohsu.edu)<br>A medical practice company located in Portland, Oregon, specializing in cancer treatment and research at the Knight Cancer Institute | Medical Practices | 🇺🇸 Portland | 337 |  |
| 38 | [SolarWorld](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/solarworld) (solarworld-usa.com)<br>Manufacturing and selling solar power solutions globally, with a focus on cleaner energy supply, high social standards, and energy-efficient production practices | Renewables & Environment | 🇺🇸 Hillsboro | 326 | 1998 |
| 39 | [Fire Fighting](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fire-fighting)<br>The company specializes in developing innovative watermist technology for firefighting, utilizing water and air for enhanced efficiency and environmental safety | International Trade and Development | 🇺🇸 Salem | 315 |  |
| 40 | [ESS](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ess-wilsonville) (essinc.com)<br>Leader in long-duration energy storage solutions using an iron flow battery for sustainable, safe, and cost-effective energy storage in various applications | Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Wilsonville | 306 | 2011 |
| 41 | [Warn Industries](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/warn-industries) (warn.com)<br>Innovative and trusted manufacturer of off-road products, winches, hoists, and utility equipment for vehicles, commercial, industrial, and DIY applications worldwide | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Clackamas | 301 | 1948 |
| 42 | [Wacom Technology Corp.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/wacom-technology-corp) (wacom.com)<br>provider of digital ink technologies supporting creativity in film, animation, design, art, game development, and remote education | Computer Hardware Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Portland | 295 | 1983 |
| 43 | [Micro Systems Engineering, Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/micro-systems-engineering-inc) (mst.com)<br>A pioneer in developing innovative implantable medical device technologies, MSEI designs and manufactures active implants for life-saving therapies worldwide | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Lake Oswego | 283 | 1979 |
| 44 | [Tyfone, Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tyfone-inc) (tyfone.com)<br>Leading provider of digital banking solutions with a focus on building strong partnerships, offering a highly configurable platform and revenue-generating business solutions for financial institutions | Software Development | 🇺🇸 Portland | 281 | 2004 |
| 45 | [DAKINE](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dakine) (dakine.com)<br>A company originally focused on creating better surf leashes has evolved to solve gear problems for surfing, snowboarding, biking, and more | Sporting Goods Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Hood River | 274 | 1979 |
| 46 | [Bulk Handling Systems](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bulk-handling-systems) (bulkhandlingsystems.com)<br>Global leader in design, manufacturing, and installation of sorting systems for waste management industries, with cutting-edge technology and unmatched customer service | Machinery Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Eugene | 244 | 1976 |
| 47 | [Lgi](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lgi) (lgintl.com)<br>This company specializes in custom engineering solutions for printing and labeling challenges, offering a wide range of products and environmental solutions | Printing | 🇺🇸 Portland | 241 | 1978 |
| 48 | [APCON, Inc.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/apcon-inc) (apcon.com)<br>This company provides innovative network technology solutions to mid-sized and enterprise customers globally, focusing on cybersecurity and high-performance computing | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇺🇸 Wilsonville | 240 | 1993 |
| 49 | [ENTEK International](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/entek-international) (entek.com)<br>Global provider of lead-acid and lithium-ion separators, extruders, and engineering services with over 35 years of industry experience and a commitment to customer success | Plastics Manufacturing | 🇺🇸 Lebanon | 226 | 1984 |
| 50 | [Digimarc](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/digimarc) (digimarc.com)<br>Global leader in product digitization, providing unique identities and cloud-based solutions to deter counterfeiting and promote a prosperous, safer, and sustainable world | Technology, Information and Media | 🇺🇸 Beaverton | 225 | 1994 |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 11, 2026.

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