Works Electric LLC

Employee size

2-10

Headquarters

Horsham, PA

Works Electric grew from Brad Baker’s makeshift machine shop on Portland’s southeast side into a hands-on West Linn workshop shaped by its owner’s work as a mechanical engineer, machinist and master TIG welder. Baker still primarily builds each vehicle himself, with every Rover receiving at least 40 hours of careful attention before it leaves the shop. The company also brings that same individualized approach to lithium battery upgrades for RV owners.

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